Chia Seed Smoothie (Printable)

Creamy blend of chia seeds, berries, and banana for a quick nutritious drink.

# What You'll Need:

→ Base

01 - 1 cup unsweetened almond milk or dairy/plant-based milk of choice
02 - 1 ripe banana, peeled
03 - 1/2 cup frozen mixed berries such as blueberries, raspberries, or strawberries

→ Chia & Sweetener

04 - 2 tablespoons chia seeds
05 - 1 tablespoon honey, maple syrup, or agave syrup, adjust to taste

→ Add-Ins (Optional)

06 - 1 tablespoon nut butter such as peanut, almond, or cashew
07 - 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
08 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

# How To Make It:

01 - Pour almond milk into blender canister. Add peeled banana, frozen mixed berries, chia seeds, and sweetener of choice.
02 - If desired, add nut butter, vanilla extract, and ground cinnamon to the blender.
03 - Blend on high speed until completely smooth and creamy, approximately 45-60 seconds. Scrape down sides if needed.
04 - Taste the smoothie and add additional sweetener if needed. Blend briefly to incorporate.
05 - Pour into two glasses and let stand for 2-3 minutes to allow chia seeds to hydrate slightly. Serve immediately while cold.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • It comes together in literally five minutes with ingredients you probably already have
  • The chia seeds make it feel substantial enough to power you through a busy morning
02 -
  • The smoothie thickens up the longer it sits so do not let it wait too long if you prefer it drinkable
  • Blending chia seeds whole is fine but they do get stuck in your teeth sometimes
03 -
  • Let your blender run a little longer than you think necessary to break down the chia seeds
  • Use a straw with a wider opening to avoid chia seed clogs while drinking

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