This Costco Strawberry Smoothie is a creamy and fruity recipe, which is made with fresh strawberries and ripe banana. It’s the perfect healthy breakfast, ready in about 5 minutes.
Jump to RecipeCostco Strawberry Smoothie Recipe Ingredients
- 1 heaping cup fresh or frozen strawberries
- 1 medium ripe banana or 1 cup banana slices, frozen is best
- Half of a medium orange, peeled and quartered
- 3/4 cup to 1 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy)
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Optional Add-ins:
- 1 tablespoon almond butter, peanut butter or cashew butter
- 1 teaspoon chia seeds
- 1 teaspoon hemp seeds
- 1 teaspoon flax seeds
- 1 teaspoon strawberry jam, honey or maple syrup
How To Make Costco Strawberry Smoothie
- Combine Ingredients: Add the strawberries, banana, orange, 3/4 cup of milk, and vanilla extract to a blender. If you are using any optional ingredients, add them now.
- Blend Until Smooth: Turn the blender on high and blend until the mixture is completely creamy and smooth.
- Adjust Consistency: If the smoothie seems too thick to blend properly, add a bit more milk until it reaches your desired consistency. For an icier smoothie, you can add a few ice cubes and blend again until smooth.
- Serve: Pour into glasses and serve immediately.
Recipe Tips
- How do I get the creamiest smoothie? For the thickest, creamiest, and coldest smoothie, use frozen fruit, especially a frozen banana. This creates an ice cream-like texture without needing to add ice, which can water down the flavor.
- How can I adjust the sweetness? The ripeness of your fruit will affect the final sweetness. If your smoothie isn’t sweet enough for your liking, a teaspoon of honey, maple syrup, or strawberry jam is a great way to add a little extra sweetness.
- How can I add more protein and healthy fats? This smoothie is a perfect base for nutritional boosts. A tablespoon of your favorite nut butter will add protein and healthy fats, while seeds like chia, hemp, or flax will add fiber and omega-3s.
- What’s the best milk to use? Any milk works well! Regular dairy milk, unsweetened almond milk, soy milk, or oat milk are all great options. You can even use water or coconut water for a lighter smoothie.
What To Serve With a Strawberry Smoothie
This smoothie is a great light breakfast or snack on its own, but it also pairs well with:
- A piece of whole-wheat toast with avocado.
- A small bowl of yogurt and granola.
- A hard-boiled egg for extra protein.
How To Store a Strawberry Smoothie
Store: Smoothies are best enjoyed immediately. If you need to save it for later, pour it into a food-safe resealable bag or an airtight jar and freeze. To Thaw: Take the frozen smoothie out of the freezer about an hour before you plan to drink it and let it thaw at room temperature.
Strawberry Smoothie Nutrition Facts
- Calories: 133kcal
- Protein: 4.2g
- Fat: 2g
- Carbohydrates: 26.8g
- Fiber: 4.6g
Nutrition information is estimated and may vary based on ingredients and cooking methods used.
FAQs
Yes. The banana adds a lot of natural sweetness and creaminess. You can substitute it with 1/2 cup of plain or vanilla Greek yogurt, or 1/4 of an avocado for a similar creamy texture.
Absolutely. A large handful of fresh spinach will blend in seamlessly without affecting the taste, adding a great boost of vitamins and minerals.
The best way is to use frozen fruit. Using frozen strawberries and a frozen banana will make your smoothie thick and frosty without the need for ice, which can dilute the fruity flavor.
Costco Strawberry Smoothie Recipe
Course: DrinksCuisine: AmericanDifficulty: Easy2
servings5
minutes133
kcalA quick, easy, and creamy fruit smoothie packed with strawberries, banana, and a hint of orange for a healthy and delicious breakfast or snack.
Ingredients
1 heaping cup strawberries (fresh or frozen)
1 medium banana (frozen is best)
1/2 orange, peeled
3/4 to 1 cup milk
1/2 tsp vanilla extract
Optional: 1 Tbsp nut butter, 1 tsp seeds, or 1 tsp sweetener
Directions
- Add the strawberries, banana, orange, 3/4 cup of milk, and vanilla to a blender.
- Add any optional ingredients you’d like to include.
- Blend on high until the mixture is creamy and smooth.
- If the smoothie is too thick, add a bit more milk and blend again.
- Pour into a glass and serve immediately.
Notes
- Using frozen fruit, especially a frozen banana, will result in the thickest, creamiest smoothie.
- This smoothie can be frozen for later. Pour it into a freezer-safe bag and thaw for about an hour before enjoying.
- Adjust the sweetness to your taste with a small amount of honey or maple syrup if your fruit isn’t very ripe.
- Any type of dairy or non-dairy milk works well in this recipe.
