During the summer this ultra refreshing mixed berry smoothie makes an appearance at our house most days of the week. With just five simple ingredients, it’s the perfect balance of a sorbet like texture and refreshingly bold berry flavor. This version has no banana and no yogurt, but feel free to add those things in if that’s your preference!
Want your smoothie in a flash? Simply toss a bag of pre-measured berries from the freezer, add a can of pineapple juice, and blend until smooth. Portioning the fruit and popping it into the freezer ahead of time means anyone in the family can grab a bag and whip up a cool, creamy, refreshing treat in minutes. Making this smoothie perfect for busy days or a quick dessert.
Looking for similar recipes that can double as breakfast or dessert? Try my 5 Minute Dairy Free Raspberry Pudding or this silky smooth Meyer Lemon Breakfast Pudding! Both are No-Bake and come together fast in the blender!
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💗Why you'll love this berry-licious smoothie
- Meal Prep: I'll show you how spending just a few minutes will create 16 smoothie packs that are ready to go so that anyone can blend one of these treats up whenever the mood strikes.
- Healthy, yet indulgent: This berry smoothie has just the right ratio of frozen berries to pineapple juice forming what tastes and feels just like a fancy fruit sorbet in a glass!
- Enjoy anytime: It will definitely give you the satisfaction of a dessert with the health benefits of fresh fruit. It's the perfect treat any time of day!
- Bold flavors: The combination of raspberries, strawberries, blueberries and blackberries along with the pineapple juice creates a perfectly balanced tangy and sweet flavor. Positively refreshing on a hot summer day!
🍽Equipment
For the meal prep for future smoothies, you'll need a very large mixing bowl, the biggest one ya have! A large spoon for mixing. You'll also need about 16 ziplock bags (sandwich or quart size). A 1 cup measuring cup. And a helper if you can persuade someone, perhaps by telling them there could be a yummy mixed berry smoothie in their future!
For the actual berry smoothie you will need 2 cups of the berry mix we're about to make, one 6 ounce can of pineapple juice, and a high speed blender such as our favorite Nutri Bullet. Each smoothie serves one human, or two if the humans are very small haha!
🍓Ingredients
- Frozen Sliced Strawberries
- Frozen Blueberries
- Frozen Blackberries
- Frozen Raspberries
- Pineapple Juice
🥄Instructions (Smoothie Meal Prep)
1.) You'll need two 16 ounce bags of frozen blackberries and one 48 ounce bag of frozen sliced strawberries.
2.) You'll also need one 48 ounce bag of frozen blueberries and two 10 or 12 ounce bags of frozen raspberries (whichever your store carries).
3.) Pour all the berries into a very large mixing bow and stir to mix them up.
4.) You'll want to work rather quickly at this point so employing a helper is key. I find they will often work for a smoothie reward.
5.) Measure out 2 cups of the berry mixture into each bag and zip them closed removing as much air as possible. You should end up with about 16 bags.
6.) Pop them into the freezer for quick smoothie making all summer long!
Get ready to grab your pineapple juice because it's yummy berry smoothie making time!!!
🥤Instructions (Smoothie making)
Take one of the bags of berries you prepped containing 2 cups of frozen mixed berries and toss the fruit into a high speed blender along with one 6 ounce can of pineapple juice and blend until smooth. If your blender has any difficulty simply add a splash or two of water, just enough to help get it moving.
Pre-measuring your ingredients ensures quick and easy delicious smoothies all summer long!
Pour into a fancy glass, garnish with fresh fruit, and enjoy!
⏲️Time Saving Tip
By pre-measuring the berries into bags ahead of time it makes it so easy for anyone in the family to just grab a bag out of the freezer, toss in a can of pineapple juice, and blend up their very own berry smoothie. Meanwhile, Mom gets to go peacefully about her day...that is until she realizes no one washed out the blender when they were done (sigh).
📖Variations & Substitutions
This mixed berry smoothie is made without any yogurt or bananas, but feel free to add them in if you prefer a creamier texture!
- Add a fresh banana to the mix for a natural sweetness.
- Looking for ultra creamy? Try adding two tablespoons of plain unsweetened plant based yogurt. Yogurt is tangy, so if you go that route I'd also suggest adding a teaspoon of maple syrup.
- Swap out the pineapple juice for orange juice, or for a lighter, more hydrating option feel feel to try coconut water.
- Is this your new breakfast smoothie? Toss in a handful of spinach or kale for added nutrition.
- If my store is out of frozen blackberries or raspberries I'll sometimes grab frozen mango or pineapple to replace it with.
- Looking for a pinch of protein? Toss in a tablespoon of your favorite nut butter.
🧊Storage & Meal Prep Tips
Leftover Smoothie: This smoothie is best enjoyed right after blending, but if you happen to have any leftover, store it in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 day. Just know the texture will change, so it’s always better fresh!
Freezing Prepped Ingredients: Follow my instructions for pre-measuring your frozen berries into ziplock bags to have quick smoothies on hand at all times. Store the begs in the freezer for up to 3 months. When you’re ready, just grab a bag, add pineapple juice, and blend away!
Freezing Leftovers: Got some smoothie left over? Pour it into ice cube trays and freeze for later. When you're craving a smoothie again, just toss a few cubes in the blender with more juice and blend until smooth!
📋FAQ's
This smoothie is already pretty creamy, almost sorbet like, however, if you really want to enhance the creaminess try adding just two tablespoons of plain unsweetened plant based yogurt. Yogurt is tangy, so if you go that route I'd also suggest adding a teaspoon of maple syrup.
This smoothie is best enjoyed immediately after blending, however, You can store the pre-measured fruit in bags in the freezer to whip up a smoothie on demand. Just grab a bag, add juice, and blend for a fresh smoothie in seconds.
You can customize this recipe by adding bananas, mangoes, or even spinach for an extra boost of nutrients.
This smoothie has the consistency of a sorbet and is meant to be eaten with a spoon, so you could totally put it into a bowl and get creative with toppings!
👩🏻🍳Creating the shot: A behind the scenes look
Taking the photo and trying multiple ways to get the lighting just right!
Setting the scene!
Viewing what the final image will look like.
What really happened
The initial shoot was a disaster haha! I went through the entire recipe/photoshoot process only to realize the pictures did not turn out very nicely. I had set up a different scene that I thought (in my head) would look beautiful.
It did not look beautiful at all and the flowers I went out and picked for the scene closed up right after I got the smoothie made. The house was really warm so the smoothie melted quickly and went over the glass onto the table. It was a mess. But, such is life as my Grandma used to say! So the next day I did it all over again. Hope you enjoy the final photo, it came out way better! And the smoothies were an incredibly delicious treat after my hard work!
💬Did you enjoy this recipe?
If you give this Mixed Berry Smoothie a try, I’d love to hear how it turned out! Leave a review below or share your own twist in the comments—your feedback and creativity make this space even more delicious.
Mixed Berry Smoothie (5 Simple Ingredients & Naturally Sweet)
- Total Time: 17 minutes
- Yield: 1 Serving
- Diet: Vegan
Description
With just five simple ingredients, this Mixed Berry Smoothie has the perfect balance of a sorbet like texture and refreshingly bold berry flavor. A perfect summertime treat morning or night!
Ingredients
Ingredients for prepping the pre-measured smoothie bags:
48 ounce bag of frozen Blueberries
48 ounce bag of frozen sliced Strawberries
2 10-12 ounce bags frozen Raspberries (whichever your store carries)
2 16 ounce bags frozen Blackberries
Ingredients for making your Mixed Berry Smoothie
1 pre-measured bag containing 2 cups of mixed berries
6 ounces Pineapple Juice (see notes)
Instructions
Instructions for meal prepping your pre-measured smoothie bags:
- Pour all of the berries into a very large mixing bowl and use a large spoon to combine them.
- Measure out 2 cups of the berry mix into individual ziplock bags and zip them closed removing as much air as possible. You'll want to work quickly so the fruit doesn't start to thaw. Having a helper is great for this! You should end up with about 16 two cup portions.
- Store all of the bags in the freezer for up to three months until ready to use.
Instructions for making your Mixed Berry Smoothie:
- Add the contents of one pre-measured bag (2 cups) of frozen mixed berries to a high speed blender along with 6 ounces of Pineapple juice and blend on high until smooth. Enjoy!
Notes
Juice: Pineapple juice is sold in packs of six 6 ounce cans making them perfect for this recipe. Feel free to experiment with other juices too, such as Orange juice, apple juice, or even coconut water.
Blender: This recipe works best with a high speed blender. If your blender has any difficulty simply add a splash or two of additional juice or water to help it get going.
Make it your own: You can customize this recipe by adding bananas, mangoes, or even spinach for an extra boost of nutrients or a dollop of nut butter for added protein
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Blend Time: 2 minutes
- Category: Beverages, Smoothies
- Method: Blender
- Cuisine: Plant-Based
Disclaimer: The nutritional information provided is an estimate calculated using Nutrifox, an online tool. Please note that this information is for general guidance only and should not replace advice from a qualified professional. Additionally, this page may include affiliate links, meaning I may earn a small commission if you purchase through those links at no extra cost to you. Thank you for supporting Fresh Fun Flavor!
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