Blueberry Bliss Tropical Smoothie

Do you feel like you're always having the same old breakfast in the morning? Let me tell you about this ~blissful~ treat! The Blueberry Bliss Tropical Smoothie with berries, banana, maple syrup, and coconut milk is heavenly-topped with a berry compote and coconut cloud cream. This smoothie is not only delicious, but so rich in antioxidants and nutrients! 🌥️🫐

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How To Make The Blueberry Bliss Tropical Smoothie

Making this smoothie is quick and easy! The berry compote & coconut cloud cream is optional, but adds such a nice touch! Here's what you'll need:

Ingredients

For the Smoothie

• 1 Cup Frozen Blueberries
• ½ Cup Frozen Strawberries
• ½ Banana
• 1 Cup Coconut Milk
• 1 Tablespoon Maple Syrup or Honey

Berry Compote Topping

• ¼ Cup Frozen Blueberries
• 1 Tablespoon Maple Syrup or Honey

Coconut Cloud Cream

• 1 Tablespoon Coconut Cream
• 1 Tablespoon Honey or Maple Syrup

Step-By-Step

Pour the coconut milk and maple syrup into a blender. Add the frozen blueberries, strawberries, and banana slices on top of the liquids. Blend the ingredients for 1 to 2 minutes until smooth and creamy.

If you're making the berry compote & sweet coconut cloud cream topping-here's how to do it!

In a small bowl, mix the blueberries and maple syrup to make the blueberry compote topping. You'll want to smash the blueberries to make it into a jam-like texture. To make the sweet coconut cloud cream, whisk the coconut cream and maple syrup in a small bowl until it's smooth.

To serve the smoothie, I like to smear part of the the berry compote and sweet cream on the sides and bottom of the serving cup. Pour the smoothie into the cup then top it off with more berry compote and coconut cloud cream! ENJOY 💜☁️

Why You'll Love This Smoothie

Besides the incredible taste, there are plenty of reasons to fall madly in love with this smoothie!

Nutrient Dense: Blueberries, strawberries, and bananas are packed with vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants that can boost your immune system and promote overall health.

So Easy to Make: With just a few simple ingredients and a blender, you can whip up this smoothie in minutes. It also uses only five wholesome ingredients, making it a healthy choice for your breakfast or midday snack.

Customizable: You can easily customize this smoothie by adding other fruits, veggies, nuts, seeds, or protein powder to suit your taste and nutritional preferences.

The Origin of the Blueberry Bliss & Coconut Cloud Combo ☁️

The Blueberry Bliss Tropical Smoothie is a healthy and fun twist on smoothies from both Tropical Smoothie Café & Erewhon Market.

The smoothie portion is a healthier copycat recipe of the Blueberry Bliss Smoothie from Tropical Smoothie Café. It's one of their signature smoothies made with blueberries, strawberries, bananas, ice, and turbinado sugar. I made a few changes to enhance its flavor and nutritional value. To do this, I replaced turbinado sugar with maple syrup for a refined sugar free sweetener and used frozen fruit instead of adding any ice! I think this gives the smoothie a creamier consistency. I also added coconut milk to maker the smoothie even more creamy, delicious, and to add that "tropical" twist!

When it comes to the Coconut Cloud Cream and Berry Compote portion, I was inspired by the beautiful and viral smoothies from Erewhon Market that look like absolute masterpieces! The two smoothies that inspired this recipe are their Coconut Cloud & Strawberry Glaze smoothies. I combined ideas from these two picturesque drinks to make my own perfect treat!

Coconut Cream vs. Coconut Milk

Coconut milk and coconut cream are both derived from the flesh of coconuts, but they are different when it comes to their consistency and fat content. The milk is made from the extracted liquid of the coconut fruit. It has a thinner consistency and lower fat content compared to coconut cream. Coconut cream, on the other hand, is made in a similar way but with less water, resulting in a thicker, creamier texture with a higher fat content.

Fun Variations to Try!

Feel free to customize this recipe to fit your preferences. Here are some ideas:

• Use your favorite fruits, such as pineapple or mango, to add a tropical twist.
• Substitute Greek yogurt in place of the coconut milk for a creamier texture and added protein.
• Try topping your smoothie with peanut butter or almond butter.
• Add seeds, such as chia, flax, or hemp seeds, for an extra nutritional boost.
• Incorporate spinach or other greens for added vitamins and fiber.

My Favorite Blender

The Vitamix! It is truly a powerhouse blender and a must have appliance, in my opinion!

The Vitamix has a high-powered motor that blends nearly everything! From nuts, veggies, seeds, and frozen fruits, it gives any ingredient a smooth and creamy texture when blended. It's made with high-quality materials that can withstand years of daily use. It's very versatile in the kitchen. From smoothies, soups, nut butters, hummus, sauces, & frozen desserts-I've made it all. It's so easy to clean. The Vitamix also has a self-cleaning function (I just found this out & it's a game changer). All in all, it's the most amazing blender.

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Enjoy 💜

Start your day off right with this Blueberry Bliss Tropical Smoothie! Whether you enjoy it for breakfast, before a workout, as a midday snack, or treat before bed-this smoothie is sure to become a favorite.

Have the sweetest day and tag me on Instagram when you make this beautiful treat! @entirelyemmy

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