Yogurt Smoothie

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Nov 07, 2014, Updated May 06, 2025

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Yogurt smoothies are fun to make and have countless variations. Here are all of the info and ideas you need to make delicious smoothies every time.

A pink smoothie in a tall glass with a strawberry on the side and a straw in the glass

I’m not a woman who shrinks from a gift of a great tool (for the kitchen, not the tool shed). Jewelry or perfume have their place of course, but so do pizza ovens and Vitamix blenders.

I have sung arias to my Vitamix blender, a pro-tool that makes a smoothie smoother and a hummus hum. Back in 2014, an auspicious year for dreams-really-do-come-true in the life of Maureen, my Vitamix-dream was also realized!!

My brother Tom and his wife Amara, they put that blender baby in my hands after I took care of their new baby, my godson, on their first trip away from him. I think they must have known that I’d cry like a baby myself when I had to leave after being with that boy all week … so here was something special to ease the pain (I’m sure they were just saying thank you, but I was in deep). I use this powerful blender for lots of things, but because I am such a smoothie person, I love it for my yogurt smoothie recipe that I can change up with all kinds of combos to get our days going strong.

Ingredients for yogurt smoothies on a marble countertop

Yogurt Smoothie Ingredient Options

If you are wondering how to make a yogurt smoothie, remember that smoothies are quick and easy, very flexible recipes. Here is a list of many items that can be included to make a great smoothie. The main idea is to keep the recipe ratios in place for balanced thickness, but beyond that: feel free to play!

Dairy

Yogurt. My favorite smoothie always includes yogurt. Any kind of yogurt works in a smoothie. Take your pick of regular yogurt, labneh, or plain Greek yogurt. Homemade yogurt is a bonus! Any fat level of a creamy yogurt works fine. Fruity yogurts or vanilla yogurt are also delicious (but they do have added sugar in them, which is why we often go for plain yogurt). Yogurt is the main ingredient and makes the smoothie a protein-packed drink. You can make your own yogurt with my helpful guide for how to make yogurt.

Fruit

Fresh fruit. Of course, frozen fruit is also a winner! Most any kind of fruit works well in a smoothie. Citrus fruits are perhaps the ones I use least often. Fruit combinations are really nice (fresh strawberries for a strawberry banana smoothie is a classic combo) and I am a huge fan of pomegranate seeds to throw in the mix or to sprinkle on top before serving (very pretty!). Bananas really add body (thickness) to smoothies.

Fruit juice. A splash of fruit juice gives the smoothie great color, sweetness without added sugars, and tartness.

Berries. So much flavor and color! Use frozen berries or fresh berries. Go for frozen strawberries, raspberries, cherries (they are great to . Frozen banana adds tons of body and flavor to a smoothie. Using frozen fruit enhances the texture and makes the drink icy-cold.

Chia seeds in a spoon set in a white bowl

Other add-ins

Honey. A little bit of honey is a natural sweetener, and adding a little honey gives a big boost of flavor. Raw honey has great antioxidant and other health properties.

Seeds. Try chia seeds, hemp seeds, or flax seed for a high protein, high fiber smoothie.

Ice cubes. A handful of ice is key for amping up the thick texture of the smoothie and also making it: ice cold!

Nut Butter. For my husband Dan, there is nothing better than a peanut butter banana smoothie! Other nut butters are great too, such as almond butter, cashew butter.

Protein powder. A great way to make a thick smoothie, and it packs a smoothie with a good amount of protein along with the yogurt dairy products. Huge fan of organic vanilla protein powder like this.

Yogurt in a blue dish next to a blender, bowl of berries, and plate of sliced banana

Tips and variations

If you’re using all fresh fruit and no frozen fruit, include a handful of ice cubes. This thickens the smoothie and chills it.
Make a green smoothie by including fresh greens such as spinach or mixed lettuce greens. They won’t fully puree when blitzed but they’ll add that boost of nutrition.
One of the best ways to freeze bananas is to use ripe bananas, peel them and tuck them into a freezer bag in the freezer. This way you have frozen bananas on hand whenever you need them.
If the smoothie is too thick, add a touch of milk, water, or juice to thin it out. If the smoothie is too thin, add protein powder or a banana if you haven’t already. If you try to add fruit or ice to a large batch of smoothies, it may be difficult for those to pulverize and disburse among the rest of the liquid.
You can substitute the yogurt with nut milk, oat milk, or any vegan yogurt. A good substitute for honey is maple syrup.

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Yogurt Smoothie Recipe

By Maureen Abood

Yogurt Smoothies are so fun to make. Here is all of the info you need for delicious variations, how-to, and a great smoothie every time.

Prep: 5

Servings:

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Equipment

Vitamix Blender

Ingredients

▢ 2 tablespoons fruit juice, such as pomegranate juice or orange juice, or water or milk, as needed
▢ 1 cup yogurt, or labneh or Greek yogurt
▢ 1 scoop protein powder
▢ 1 cup ice cubes
▢ 1 cup fresh fruit, berries, peaches, cherries (or frozen)
▢ 1 banana, frozen (optional)
▢ 1 tablespoon chia seeds or flax seeds
▢ 1 tablespoon raw honey
▢ More fruit, such as pomegranate seeds, to garnish

Instructions

In a strong blender, add the fruit juice if using, yogurt, protein powder, and ice cubes. Blend until smooth.
Add the fresh and/or frozen fruit, banana, seeds, and honey. Blend until smooth. If the smoothie is too thin, add more protein powder. If it is too thick, add juice, water, milk or other liquid one tablespoon at a time until your desired consistency is achieved.
Pour into glasses, garnish with fruit, and serve immediately.