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    Home » Recipes » Drinks

    Quick and Easy Raspberry Smoothie

    Published: Apr 8, 2025 · Modified: Jun 18, 2025 by Amanda Mason · 16 Comments

    Yield 2 people
    Cook 0 minutes minutes
    Prep 3 minutes minutes
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    Glass containing a berry smoothie topped with 2 raspberries and a mint spring, berries and banana on table.
    Glass containing a berry smoothie topped with 2 raspberries and a mint spring, berries and banana on a wooden table.
    Glass containing a berry smoothie topped with 2 raspberries and a mint spring, berries and banana on a wooden table.
    Glass filled with raspberry smoothie with bananas and raspberries on table.

    Healthy and extremely flavorful, this raspberry smoothie is the perfect blend of sweet tart flavor and has the most vibrant color! Quick and easy to make and ready in minutes!

    Glass containing a berry smoothie topped with 2 raspberries and a mint spring, berries and banana on a wooden table.

    Who's ready for a refreshing and beyond delicious smoothie? Just like my easy to make banana cherry smoothie, this raspberry smoothie is not only healthy, but it's creamy and indulgent. It's my go to smoothie recipe because it's so simple to make. And delish, of course. This version is full of raspberry flavor and blended into a smooth and creamy texture.

    Jump to:
    • Better Than The Rest - Here's Why
    • Raspberry Smoothie: What To Know & Recipe Highlights
    • 🛒 Ingredients You'll Need
    • Variations
    • 🍌 Here's Exactly How You Make It
    • 🙋🏼 Top Questions I Get Asked About This Recipe
    • Expert Tips
    • 🥤 More Drink Recipes To Try!
    • Quick and Easy Raspberry Smoothie

    Better Than The Rest - Here's Why

    ❌ No Sugar! A lot of smoothie recipes call for unnecessary sweeteners or juices, but this one keeps it clean —just ripe bananas, tangy raspberries, milk, and optional Greek yogurt or protein boosters.

    ✅ It's kid-friendly and great for picky eaters!

    ✅ Ready In 5 Minutes! With very little prep and blend time, my smoothie recipe is ready in minutes! And, it fits perfectly into busy mornings or if you just need something quick for a grab-and-go!

    ✅  You Can Totally Make This Your Own - While this recipe is perfect the way it's written in the recipe card below, there are so many ways you can customize this smoothie! You can use any milk you like, add protein powder or nut butter, or even sneak in some greens or different fruits, if you want! Scroll down for tons of easy ideas to make it just how you like!

    Raspberry Smoothie: What To Know & Recipe Highlights

    • Equipment You'll Need: All you need is a blender, some measuring cups and a glass.
    • Time It Takes To Make: We're talking 5 minutes from start to finish.
    • Ingredient Tips: When it comes to making smoothies, there are all kinds of variations you can make and I list a ton of options below. But one of my favorite ingredients to add is a sprinkle of cinnamon or nutmeg to add a hint of spice!
    • Pairing Suggestions: I love pairing this smoothie with these banana oatmeal muffins or my peanut butter protein balls! We're talking super delicious!
    • Best Time To Indulge: It's great for breakfast or an afternoon snack, especially in the spring and summer months!

    🛒 Ingredients You'll Need

    Almond milk, greek yogurt, banana, raspberries, water and ice cubes on a wooden table.
    • Raspberries - you can use either fresh or frozen raspberries. I tend to use fresh raspberries because you can really taste that freshness.
    • Banana - full of both fiber and potassium, you can use a fresh or frozen banana. Frozen bananas tend to make the smoothie thicker and more creamy.
    • Almond Milk - I like using this type of milk because it has such a mild flavor, it wont overpower the other ingredients. Depending on how sweet you like your smoothies, use either original unsweetened or sweetened almond milk.
    • Greek Yogurt - it's protein rich and makes the smoothie extra creamy. And, it's super nutritious.
    • Water - if you like your smoothie a little less thick, add in some water to help thin it out.
    • Ice Cubes - if you use a fresh banana instead of a frozen one, add some ice cubes to help thicken the smoothie.

    👩🏼‍🍳 Scroll down to the recipe card below for all the details you’ll need to make this recipe!

    Variations

    • Nut milks work really well in this raspberry banana smoothie. Try using cashew milk or even oat milk.
    • For a vegan version, use a dairy free yogurt and milk.
    • To add extra protein, mix in a scoop of protein powder or collagen. Raspberries and chocolate go really well together and are a favorite combo of mine. You can also add chocolate protein powder or collagen.
    • Try adding in almond butter or peanut butter to add a nutty flavor, as well as add some healthy fat and extra protein.
    • Coconut tastes amazing in this raspberry smoothie. You can either add in some shredded coconut or even use coconut milk or coconut water instead of the almond milk.
    • Add some extra sweetness by adding in natural sweeteners such as honey, maple syrup, or agave nectar.
    • Try adding in some fresh mango or pineapple to give this smoothie a more tropical flavor.
    • You can even switch out the raspberries for strawberries.
    • I love adding fresh spinach or kale. Other than changing the color a little, no one can ever tell it's been added.
    • Try adding in a chunk of avocado. It will make the consistency even more creamy and smooth! Plus, it adds a lot of fiber and healthy fat.
    • Oats, chia seeds, hemp, or flax seeds are also a great add!
    • Use any flavor of Greek yogurt you want! Strawberry is great, but vanilla and even raspberry flavored yogurt tastes amazing.

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    🍌 Here's Exactly How You Make It

    Ingredients in a blender for a raspberry smoothie.

    Step 1: Place the frozen banana, raspberries, Greek Yogurt, almond milk, water, and ice cubes in a blender.

    Blender containing Raspberry Banana Smoothie puree.

    Step 2: Puree the ingredients until creamy and smooth.

    Glass containing a berry smoothie topped with 2 raspberries and a mint spring, berries and banana on a wooden table.

    Step 3: Then, pour the mixture into a glass and top with a fresh mint sprig. Add a straw and indulge!

    🙋🏼 Top Questions I Get Asked About This Recipe

    Do I need to use a frozen banana when making smoothies?

    If you like your smoothie extra creamy, use a frozen banana. It provides an even more smooth and creamy texture than a room temperature one. Whenever I make smoothies, I typically use a frozen banana. If you've never tasted a frozen banana, they are fantastic and taste like ice cream!

    When freezing bananas, make sure you are using a ripe banana. Unripe green bananas tend to have a bitter taste and will not produce the creamy texture you want in your smoothie. To freeze a banana, unpeel it and place it on a plate. Freeze for a minimum of 2 hours.

    Can you use ice cream in place of Greek yogurt in a smoothie?

    Yes! I love substituting ice cream! It turns this recipe into an sweet treat! Using ice cream is not as healthy as Greek yogurt, but the flavor and texture is out of this world delicious. I enjoy using vanilla ice cream, but strawberry and chocolate also taste great!

    Can you use regular milk instead of almond milk?

    Yes. Any type of milk works well with this raspberry smoothie. Whole milk will provide a thick and creamy mixture while using skim milk will be much thinner in consistency. I've made this with 2% milk and the texture was perfect.

    Expert Tips

    • I recommend using a high powered blender for this recipe. In my tomato and white bean soup recipe, I use a K400 variable speed blender and is does a great job breaking up the ice and frozen fruit.
    • If your blender has a smoothie setting, use it. If not, use the puree setting.
    • Make sure your banana isn't overripe or underripe—you want it perfectly ripe and at its peak for the best flavor and texture!

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      Glass containing a berry smoothie topped with 2 raspberries and a mint spring, berries and banana on a wooden table.

      Quick and Easy Raspberry Smoothie

      Healthy and extremely flavorful, this raspberry smoothie is the perfect blend of sweet tart flavor and has the most vibrant color! Quick and easy to make and ready in minutes!
      4.72 from 7 votes
      Print Pin Rate
      Course: Breakfast, snacks
      Cuisine: American
      Prep Time: 3 minutes minutes
      Cook Time: 0 minutes minutes
      Blender Time: 2 minutes minutes
      Total Time: 5 minutes minutes
      Servings: 2 people
      Calories: 77kcal
      Author: Amanda Mason
      Cost: $5.00

      Equipment

      • blender
      • measuring cups
      • glass

      Ingredients

      • ½ cup fresh or frozen raspberries
      • 1 banana, peeled and frozen
      • ½ cup unsweetened almond milk
      • 1 5.3 oz container strawberry Greek yogurt
      • ¼ cup water
      • 3 ice cubes
      • 1 sprig mint, optional

      Instructions

      • Add all ingredients to a blender.
      • Puree on low and then move to high speed until smooth.
      • Top with fresh raspberries and a sprig of mint. Enjoy!

      Notes

      • Nut milks work really well in this raspberry banana smoothie. Try using cashew milk or even oat milk.
      • You can use either fresh or frozen raspberries. I tend to use fresh raspberries because you can really taste that freshness. 
      • I recommend using a high powered blender for this recipe. 
      • Use any flavor of Greek yogurt you want! Strawberry is great, but vanilla and even raspberry flavored yogurt tastes amazing.
      • This smoothie can be made with any combination of frozen fruits.
      • Raspberries and chocolate go really well together and are a favorite combo of mine. You can also add chocolate protein powder or collagen.

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      Nutrition

      Calories: 77kcal | Carbohydrates: 17g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 1mg | Sodium: 85mg | Potassium: 257mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 9g | Vitamin A: 40IU | Vitamin C: 13mg | Calcium: 83mg | Iron: 0.4mg
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      1. David Morrison

        February 26, 2025 at 1:06 pm

        3 stars
        i like it better with ice cream so do the kids,, real cream French vanilla is best, as many call for vanilla, and frech has lots, no ice needed
        just use ras or Strawberrys Frozen for thickness,, then add 3 fingers of milk in a glass, 2 scoops of ice cream and a banana,, if use magic bullet that does not recommend ice,, just nuke say 5 strawberries for 15 seconds in a mug to soften just a but,

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        • Amanda Mason

          February 27, 2025 at 7:58 am

          Hi David - thanks for the comment on the smoothie! Yes, ice cream is super good in this recipe if you are not going for a healthy version. Thanks for your feedback on the magic bullet!

          Reply
      2. Nicole

        May 14, 2018 at 11:25 am

        Your photos are awesome!

        Reply
        • Amanda Mason

          May 14, 2018 at 9:59 pm

          Thanks!

          Reply
      3. Jayasri

        June 23, 2016 at 7:33 am

        That's one delicious healthy smoothie, what a beautiful name you have for your blog and also love your clicks

        Reply
        • Amanda Mason

          June 23, 2016 at 11:41 am

          Thanks so much!!

          Reply
      4. Diana

        June 23, 2016 at 3:12 am

        The perfect breakfast smoothie! I love refreshing smoothies in the morning, they give energy and they're very delicious!

        Reply
        • Amanda Mason

          June 23, 2016 at 11:41 am

          Yes- for sure!

          Reply
      5. shelby

        June 23, 2016 at 3:02 am

        5 stars
        I grew up with my mom making us banana smoothies. She was trending way back then and didn't know it! 🙂 I love your addition of the raspberry, it is Grumpy's favorite!

        Reply
        • Amanda Mason

          June 23, 2016 at 11:42 am

          Thanks!! I love adding the banana especially when it's frozen!

          Reply
      6. Claudia | Gourmet Project

        June 23, 2016 at 1:36 am

        5 stars
        I'm going to freeze bananas, immediately. What do you think about basil instead of mint, could it work?

        Reply
        • Amanda Mason

          June 23, 2016 at 11:42 am

          Absolutely! Basil would be a perfect added taste instead of mint!

          Reply
      7. Daniela Apostol

        June 22, 2016 at 10:53 pm

        Over here the weather's gone mad, over 40 degrees C in the shade. Your smoothie would be just perfect, banana and raspberries are always a good combination. I also like the addition of yogurt, it gives the drink a lovely creamy texture. Very nice!

        Reply
        • Amanda Mason

          June 23, 2016 at 11:43 am

          Thank you! Hope you enjoy!

          Reply
      8. Kristyn

        April 27, 2016 at 7:09 pm

        This smoothie looks fantastic, and I'm sure it will taste as good as it sounds. I need to try this one morning, for sure!

        Reply
        • Amanda Mason

          April 27, 2016 at 9:28 pm

          You will love it! Enjoy!

          Reply

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