Creamy Forest Fruit Super-Shake with Yogurt, Chia Seeds, and Honey Recipe

Introduction

This Breakfast Super-Shake is a vibrant and nutritious way to start your day. Packed with fruits, seeds, and a touch of honey, it offers a delicious boost of energy and antioxidants. Perfect for busy mornings or a quick healthful snack.

Three clear glasses filled with a thick, red-purple smoothie with visible small berry seeds. The tallest glass is in the center, shorter glass to its left, and a textured glass with a red and white striped straw behind to the right. A small British flag toothpick is placed near the right side, and a couple of loose blueberries rest on the white marbled surface. The background is neutral light-colored wood. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

  • 100ml full-fat milk
  • 2 tbsp natural yogurt
  • 1 banana
  • 150g frozen fruits of the forest
  • 50g blueberries
  • 1 tbsp chia seeds
  • ½ tsp cinnamon
  • 1 tbsp goji berries
  • 1 tsp mixed seeds
  • 1 tsp honey (ideally Manuka)

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Place the full-fat milk and natural yogurt into a blender.
  2. Step 2: Peel the banana and add it to the blender along with the frozen fruits of the forest, blueberries, chia seeds, cinnamon, goji berries, mixed seeds, and honey.
  3. Step 3: Blend all the ingredients on high speed until the mixture is completely smooth and creamy.
  4. Step 4: Pour the super-shake into a glass and enjoy immediately for the freshest flavor and optimal nutrients.

Tips & Variations

  • For a dairy-free option, substitute full-fat milk and yogurt with almond or oat milk and coconut yogurt.
  • Add a scoop of protein powder for an extra energy boost.
  • If you prefer a colder shake, add a few ice cubes before blending.
  • Adjust the amount of honey to taste, or replace it with maple syrup for a different sweetness profile.

Storage

This shake is best enjoyed immediately to benefit from its fresh flavors and nutrients. If you need to store it, keep it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours. Shake or stir well before drinking, but note that the texture may change and seeds might settle.

How to Serve

Three clear glasses filled with thick, deep reddish-purple smoothie, the front-left glass is medium sized and fully filled, the center glass is taller and also filled to the top, and the back-right glass is narrow and textured with ice inside, topped with a red and white striped straw. In front of the glasses lies a red and white striped paper straw and a few fresh blueberries scattered near a tiny British flag on a toothpick, all set on a white wooden surface against a white marbled texture background. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use fresh fruits instead of frozen ones?

Yes, fresh fruits can be used, but the shake may not be as thick or chilled. You can add ice cubes if you want a colder texture.

Is this shake suitable for weight loss?

This shake is nutritious and filling, making it good for a balanced breakfast. However, portion control and overall daily calorie intake are key for weight loss.

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Creamy Forest Fruit Super-Shake with Yogurt, Chia Seeds, and Honey Recipe


  • Author: Jake
  • Total Time: 5 minutes
  • Yield: 1 serving 1x
  • Diet: Low Fat

Description

A nutritious and energizing breakfast super-shake that combines a mix of fruits, seeds, yogurt, and milk blended into a smooth, delicious drink to start your day right.


Ingredients

Scale

Liquids

  • 100ml full-fat milk
  • 2 tbsp natural yogurt

Fruits

  • 1 banana
  • 150g frozen fruits of the forest
  • 50g blueberries
  • 1 tbsp goji berries

Seeds & Spices

  • 1 tbsp chia seeds
  • 1 tsp mixed seeds
  • ½ tsp cinnamon

Sweetener

  • 1 tsp honey (ideally Manuka)

Instructions

  1. Combine Ingredients: Gather all the ingredients including milk, yogurt, banana, frozen fruits of the forest, blueberries, chia seeds, cinnamon, goji berries, mixed seeds, and honey.
  2. Blend: Place all ingredients into a blender and blend on high speed until the mixture becomes smooth and creamy, ensuring all seeds and fruits are fully broken down.
  3. Serve: Pour the super-shake into a glass immediately to enjoy the fresh taste and optimal nutrition.

Notes

  • For a dairy-free version, substitute full-fat milk and natural yogurt with almond or oat milk and dairy-free yogurt.
  • You can adjust the thickness by adding more milk for a thinner shake or more frozen fruit for a thicker texture.
  • Use fresh fruits if frozen are unavailable, although frozen fruits help in keeping the shake cool and thick.
  • Manuka honey is recommended for its unique flavor and health benefits, but any natural honey can be used.
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Blending
  • Cuisine: International

Keywords: breakfast shake, healthy smoothie, fruit smoothie, chia seeds, superfood shake, quick breakfast

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