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    The Butter Half / Recipe Index / Drinks and Smoothies / 5+ Smoothie Recipes for Kids (and Adults!)

    5+ Smoothie Recipes for Kids (and Adults!)

    By Abbey Rodriguez • Published: Apr 2, 2019 • Modified: Feb 20, 2022 • 1 Comment • This post may contain affiliate links.

    One of our main priorities as parents and caregivers is ensuring our children get the nutrients they need. I make sure my kids receive their daily fruit and veggie quota through smoothies. I am excited to share our 5+ smoothie recipes for kids (and adults!) that taste yummy.

    Items needed to make smoothie recipes for kids easy and fun

    • Quality high powered blender. I personally use this Vitamix model, but any high powered blender will do! The key is to make sure you have one that mixes in all those fibrous veggies so the texture is smooth and palatable for picky eaters.
    • Fun cups! Presentation is HUGE for my kids. If we make it exciting and surround them with positive emotions around fruits and veggies, they are a million percent more likely to drink up. But really, I would say they are legitimately 50% more likely to drink it when their drink includes a reusable twisty straw.
    • Frozen fruit. We keep frozen berry blends or frozen tropical blends on hand. Our favorite place to buy these in bulk is Costco. I also buy 3 bunches of bananas each times we go to the store. I purposely like for them to ripen (the more brown, the more sweet!), then we will cut them and keep them in Stasher bags in the freezer. Which leads me to my next point...

    How to meal prep smoothies and change your life

    Yes, you can and you SHOULD most definitely be doing this! Here is the 3-step process to welcome more ease into your life (which we all need when feeding our kids, right?):

    1. Invest in a set of silicone freezer bags. As I mentioned above, I love and use the Stasher bag brand, but any will do.
    2. Pull out all your ingredients and line them up on the counter.
    3. Stuff each bag with a serving of each item. All you have to do after that is throw it in the blender and add liquid!

    One of our main priorities as parents and caregivers is ensuring our children get the nutrients they need. I make sure my kids receive their daily fruit and veggie quota through smoothies. I am excited to share our 5 smoothie recipes for kids (and adults!) that taste yummy. || The Butter Half #smoothies #smoothiebowls #breakfasts #easybreakfasts #thebutterhalf

    Favorite ingredients for smoothie recipes for kids

    Kid smoothies need to be heavy on the fruit. It's a fact that if it isn't sweet, your kid most likely will turn up their nose and never trust you again. #beentheredonethat

    Now, I've heard a few people say they have kids with banana allergies, and they are looking for ways to make smoothies without banana. Luckily, the fruits below are all sweet enough to make up for the banana sweetness. Especially dates!

    Our formula for the ultimate smoothie recipe for kids is:

    Liquid + Seeds + Nut Butter (optional) + Fruit + Veggie = Bomb Smoothie for Kids

    We rotate between flavor combinations. It's fun to experiment with different flavors and combos. Below I have listed the main ingredients we use:

    Non-dairy liquids

    We elect for non-dairy so it doesn't add to excess gut inflammation.

    • Almond milk
    • Soy milk
    • Flax milk (excellent for those with nut allergies!)
    • Coconut water

    Seeds

    These are an especially great source of fiber and extra nutrients and minerals!

    • Chia seeds
    • Flax seeds
    • Hemp seeds

    Nut butters

    • Almond butter
    • Peanut Butter

    One of our main priorities as parents and caregivers is ensuring our children get the nutrients they need. I make sure my kids receive their daily fruit and veggie quota through smoothies. I am excited to share our 5 smoothie recipes for kids (and adults!) that taste yummy. || The Butter Half #smoothies #smoothiebowls #breakfasts #easybreakfasts #thebutterhalf

    Fruits

    High in antioxidants and vitamins to support growth and immune system.

    • Frozen berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries)
    • Frozen tropical fruit (pineapple, oranges, mango)
    • Frozen bananas
    • Frozen açaí packets
    • Dates (store them in your refrigerator!)
    • Avocado (yes, it's technically a fruit, people)
    • Apple

    One of our main priorities as parents and caregivers is ensuring our children get the nutrients they need. I make sure my kids receive their daily fruit and veggie quota through smoothies. I am excited to share our 5 smoothie recipes for kids (and adults!) that taste yummy. || The Butter Half #smoothies #smoothiebowls #breakfasts #easybreakfasts #thebutterhalf

    Veggies

    • Frozen spinach
    • Frozen kale
    • Arugula
    • Celery

    To make the smoothie more cold, add ice as needed. Sometimes I will top it off with a few cubes, even if there are frozen fruits and veggies in the mix.

    What about adding supplements for kids?

    I'm so happy you asked! This is where it gets personal to your child's nutritional needs and health history.

    I personally add in herbal adaptogens and collagen peptides to my kids' smoothies, usually when I'm pouring in the seeds. (Yes, I believe there is a specific order in which to pour the smoothie ingredients, as listed in my formula above!)

    My favorite herbal supplements for kids include:

    • Chamomile
    • Lemon balm
    • Lavender
    • Cacao powder (excellent source of magnesium)
    • Astragalus root powder
    • Spirulina powder
    • Collagen peptides
    • Bee pollen

    One of our main priorities as parents and caregivers is ensuring our children get the nutrients they need. I make sure my kids receive their daily fruit and veggie quota through smoothies. I am excited to share our 5 smoothie recipes for kids (and adults!) that taste yummy. || The Butter Half #smoothies #smoothiebowls #breakfasts #easybreakfasts #thebutterhalf

    In terms of serving size, children are obviously smaller than adults, so their serving size needs to be smaller. I generally put in half the amount I would normally put in my smoothies and have had great success. However, please consult with your child's healthcare provider if you have specific questions about introducing supplements and serving sizes.

    Click here for tips on using chamomile for kids and the herbal medicine dosing guide I use

    One of our main priorities as parents and caregivers is ensuring our children get the nutrients they need. I make sure my kids receive their daily fruit and veggie quota through smoothies. I am excited to share our 5 smoothie recipes for kids (and adults!) that taste yummy. || The Butter Half #smoothies #smoothiebowls #breakfasts #easybreakfasts #thebutterhalf

    5+ Smoothie Recipes for Kids

    Ready for the good stuff? I've created the ultimate round up of the smoothies we keep on rotation! BONUS TWIST! A lot of these can be made into a smoothie bowl, again, because children are easily swayed by presentation. And a beautiful, pink colored smoothie bowl can be a DEAL. MAKER.

    1. Strawberry Mango Smoothie

    Incredibly fruity and tasty. Doesn't have any veggies, but you miiiigght be able to get away with sneaking in some celery or super greens powder.

    Metabolism-Boosting Strawberry Mango Smoothie
    Let's get our metabolism burning and make that fat man-go away. This metabolism-boosting strawberry mango smoothie is a refreshing breakfast or snack.
    Check out this recipe
    Metabolism-Boosting Strawberry Mango Smoothie | The Butter Half

    2. Power Green Smoothie

    This is the one to make when your kids need a serious dose of greens in their life. Full of vitamins and minerals to keep their bodies healthy and strong!

    Mood-Boosting Green Smoothie (The Happy Smoothie)
    This mood-boosting green smoothie AKA The Happy Smoothie supports feelings of happiness and bliss! The perfect way to start off your day and a smoothie for depression and anxiety.
    Check out this recipe
    mood-boosting-green-smoothie--happy-smoothie-5

    3. Rainbow Smoothie

    YOU AUTOMATICALLY WIN PARENT OF THE YEAR WITH THIS ONE. I know, it's a bit involved, but I promise the smile on their faces is worth it when you want to make the smoothie more special. I think these are cool for holidays.

    Rainbow Smoothie
    How to make a colorful and delicious rainbow smoothie. There are six all-natural flavorful layers, and it's a fun and healthy smoothie anyone can enjoy. 
    Check out this recipe
    How to Make a Rainbow Smoothie | The Butter Half

    4. Acai Smoothie Bowl

    Let me grab you a quote from a mama whose kid wouldn't eat ANTYHING and then tried this! "Thank you for sharing this recipe! My 3-year-old toddler refuses to eat fruit, so I thought I'd give this a try. He ended up wanting seconds! I cannot thank you enough for sharing this. We will be making it again and again!" The proof is in the smoothie bowl, people.

    Almond Butter Acai Bowl
    Make this almond butter acai bowl for a healthy breakfast or treat. Vegan, gluten-free.
    Check out this recipe
    Almond Butter Acai Bowl | acai bowl recipe ideas | homemade acai bowls | how to make an acai bowl | healthy breakfast ideas | breakfast recipe ideas | fresh fruit recipe ideas | homemade healthy breakfast recipes | recipes using almond butter | almond butter recipe ideas || The Butter Half

    5. Triple Berry Smoothie Bowl

    Another fun way to eat a smoothie for breakfast. Especially for the banana and strawberry loving kids!

    Triple Berry Smoothie Bowl
    The nice thing about this berry smoothie bowl is the simple ingredients and how quickly it whips up. It’s vegan-friendly and doesn’t require a smattering of fancy ingredients you most likely wouldn’t have on hand without an exhausting trip to Whole Foods.
    Check out this recipe

    6. Strawberry Banana Smoothie

    This classic strawberry smoothie hits the spot on its own! It's super wholesome, and can be made either with dairy or dairy free.

    Easy Strawberry Banana Smoothie Recipe
    There’s nothing like the taste and flavor of a strawberry banana smoothie especially on a beautiful sunny afternoon (or really at any time of day)! With minimal ingredients required and less than 5 minutes to make, it’s the perfect combination of fresh, creamy, and sweet. It’s a definite crowd-pleaser!
    Check out this recipe
    strawberry banana smoothie in a light glass with a light colored background

    7. Peanut Butter Banana Smoothie

    A healthier option that tastes pretty much like a milkshake. Peanut butter, banana and chocolate? It's liquid dessert!

    Peanut Butter Banana Smoothie Recipe
    If you're a fan of Ben and Jerry's Chunky Monkey ice cream, this peanut butter banana smoothie is made for you! This protein-rich smoothie is thick, creamy, and tastes pretty much like a milkshake that's good enough to even be a healthy breakfast smoothie.
    Check out this recipe
    chocolate peanut butter banana smoothie in 2 glasses with a light colored background

     

    What if they still don't drink it?

    Shoot for the same amount of sips as their age, then drink it for yourself, and give yourself a pat on the back! The biggest win is that you are advocating for their optimal health and diligently working toward better nutrition. You're an awesome parent and you're doing amazing!

    If you have any super secret smoothie recipes for kids of your own, please share in the comments below! Also, if you test out any of these smoothies, or any other recipe on the blog, please let me know how you liked it in the comments below. I absolutely love hearing from you! You can also FOLLOW ME on Instagram, Pinterest and Facebook, for more nourishing recipes like this, and behind the scenes cooking and holistic wellness tips!

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