Orange Cranberry Smoothie
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This orange cranberry smoothie is tart and fruity, and it only takes 5 ingredients and about 5 minutes to make. It is naturally vegan and gluten-free, and the cranberry-orange combination works especially well in winter.
I like it as a quick breakfast or snack. When I have it for breakfast, I usually serve something more filling alongside it, such as my fruity energy bars or peanut butter banana brownies.
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How to make orange cranberry smoothie
Peel the oranges and banana and cut them into chunks. Add them to a blender with the frozen cranberries, almond milk and maple syrup.
Blend until smooth, divide between two glasses and serve right away.
Ingredient substitutions
Frozen cranberries: Fresh cranberries work too if that is what you have.
Almond milk: Use any unsweetened plant-based milk you like.
Maple syrup: The cranberries make this smoothie tart, so I use maple syrup to balance the flavor. Honey also works. A riper banana or Medjool dates can add more sweetness too.
Dairy option: Use dairy milk, or add Greek yogurt if you prefer a thicker smoothie.
If you have more oranges to use, try my fresh Orange Julius with milk, ice and maple syrup.
Orange Cranberry Smoothie
Ingredients
- 2 large oranges peeled
- 1 cup frozen cranberries
- 1 large banana
- 1 cup almond milk unsweetened
- 3 tablespoons maple syrup
Instructions
- Add the oranges, cranberries, banana, almond milk and maple syrup to a blender.
- Blend until smooth.
- Taste and add more maple syrup if needed.
- Divide between two glasses and serve immediately.
Notes
- The riper the banana, the sweeter the smoothie.
- Fresh cranberries can be used instead of frozen.
- For a non-vegan version, use dairy milk or add Greek yogurt for a thicker smoothie.
- This recipe makes 2 large glasses.
Nutrition
Nutrition information is an estimate provided by an online nutrition calculator and may vary based on ingredient brands, substitutions, and portion sizes.
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Do you peel the oranges?
Yes, peel the oranges before adding them to the blender.
This sounds super. My family loves oranges and dried cranberries. I am sure my daughter would love to add other ingredients to this
This looks amazing. Im going to make it. I bet it is delicious.
Thanks, Matt!
Smoothies are a daily thing in our house! We are always looking for new flavors to try! Can’t wait to find some cranberries and make this!
Let me know what you think, Suzy!
I start most days with a smoothie and am always on the lookout for new smoothie recipes. I’ve never added oranges but this sounds delicious, especially with the cranberries!
You will love it, Jacqueline:)
This combo sounds super delicious. Very refreshing and above all super healthy. I must give this smoothie a try soon. I bet my family will enjoy this one too.
Thanks, Natalie!
The flavor combination of orange and cranberry sounds just delightful! I agree a little tart, but your addition of maple syrup should be perfect to counteract that.
Yes, you can add more sweetener, if you find it tart.