Ingredients

  • 1 ½ cups Frozen wild blueberries (wild blueberries offer a more intense color and flavor)

  • 1 cup Unsweetened almond milk or cashew milk

  • ½ cup Plain Greek yogurt (for protein and creaminess)

  • 1 tbsp Chia seeds

  • 1 small Medjool date (pitted) or 1 tsp honey for natural sweetness

  • ¼ tsp Ground cinnamon

  • ½ cup Fresh baby spinach (optional; it won’t change the color, but adds nutrients!)

  • A few Fresh blueberries (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Hydrate the Chia (Optional): If you prefer a smoother texture, soak the chia seeds in your milk for about 5 to 10 minutes before blending. This allows them to swell and creates a “gel” that blends more seamlessly.

  2. Combine Ingredients: In a high-speed blender, pour in the almond milk and Greek yogurt first. Adding liquids at the bottom helps the blender blades move freely without getting stuck on frozen fruit.

  3. Add the Superfoods: Add the frozen blueberries, the pitted date (or honey), cinnamon, and the chia seeds. If you are adding spinach for an extra boost, toss that in now.

  4. The Blend: Start your blender on the lowest setting to break up the frozen berries, then quickly move to high speed. Blend for 60 seconds. You want to make sure the chia seeds and the date are fully pulverized into the mixture.

  5. Check Consistency: This smoothie should be thick enough to hold a straw upright. If it’s too thick, add a splash more milk. If you want it frostier, add three or four ice cubes and pulse again.

  6. The Reveal: Pour the smoothie into a glass jar or mason jar. Top with a few fresh blueberries and serve with a reusable metal straw to match the aesthetic in the photo.

Why it Works

The combination of frozen berries and chia seeds creates a natural thickening effect that mimics a milkshake without the heavy sugars. The cinnamon acts as a bridge, bringing out the natural sweetness of the blueberries while providing a warm, comforting finish. Enjoy!