Blend Me Up, Scotty! 2.0
In a galaxy far, far away, where the stars are drops of honey and the planets are made of fruit, smoothies are all they eat. Each one specially crafted to fuel them on their interstellar journeys, these smoothies blend supernova-level flavors with high-quality nutrition, perfect for braving asteroid belts and solar winds.
We may not need to dodge meteors here on Earth, but a stellar smoothie can still launch us into a day full of energy and flavor. Last year we brought you a handful of intergalactic smoothie creations designed to be both delicious and nutritious, and this year we’ve brought you a a fresh batch of space-themed smoothie recipes to transport your taste buds to the stars. So buckle up, grab your blender, and give these out-of-this-world smoothie recipes a try! 🚀✨
This guide contains all new top-secret galactic recipes for nutrient blends, AKA, “Smoothies”. Each recipe will include a list of ingredients to be blended and optional toppings for maximum enjoyment. If you create any of these beverages, we would love to see them! Post pictures to Facebook or Instagram and tag us (@chicofarmersmarket for IG, @chicocertifiedfarmers’market for FB).
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Milky Way Mocha
Ingredients:
- 1 frozen banana
- 1/2 cup cold brew coffee
- 1/2 cup oat milk
- 1 tbsp cocoa powder
- 1 tbsp almond butter
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- Ice cubes
Toppings:
- Whipped cream (optional)
- Shaved dark chocolate
- A light dusting of cocoa powder
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Stellar Strawberry Comet
Ingredients:
- 1 cup frozen strawberries
- 1/2 cup frozen peaches
- 1/2 cup orange juice
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt (or dairy-free alternative)
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1/2 tsp lemon zest
Toppings:
- Star-shaped slices of fresh strawberries (use a small cookie cutter!)
- Chia seeds for a “starry” texture
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Nebula Nectar
Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup frozen mango
- 1/2 cup frozen dragon fruit (pink variety)
- 1/2 cup coconut milk
- 1/2 banana
- 1/2 tsp ginger (grated)
- 1 tbsp lime juice
Toppings:
- Edible flowers or butterfly pea powder for color
- Sprinkle of shredded coconut
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Saturn’s Ring Smoothie
Ingredients:
Layer 1:
- 1/2 cup frozen blueberries
- 1/2 cup almond milk
Layer 2:
- 1/2 cup frozen bananas
- 1/2 cup vanilla yogurt
Layer 3:
- 1/2 cup frozen peaches
- 1/2 cup orange juice
Toppings:
- A ring of granola circling the top of the smoothie
- A drizzle of honey
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Black Hole Bliss
Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup frozen blackberries
- 1/2 cup frozen blueberries
- 1/4 cup frozen dark cherries
- 1 cup unsweetened chocolate almond milk
- 1 tbsp chia seeds (soaked for 10 minutes)
- 1 tbsp maple syrup
Toppings:
- A swirl of Greek yogurt for a galaxy effect
- Crumbled chocolate sandwich cookies (for a “cosmic dust” look)
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Rocket Fuel Smoothie
Ingredients:
- 1 frozen banana
- 1/4 cup rolled oats (soaked for 10 minutes in almond milk)
- 1/2 cup espresso or strong coffee
- 1/2 cup almond milk
- 1 tbsp peanut butter
- 1 tbsp cacao nibs
- 1 tsp honey
Toppings:
- Crushed peanuts
- A drizzle of chocolate syrup
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Cosmic Green Glow
Ingredients:
- 1/2 avocado
- 1/2 cup cucumber (peeled and sliced)
- 1/2 cup frozen pineapple
- Handful of spinach
- 1 tbsp fresh mint leaves
- 1/2 tsp spirulina or matcha powder
- 1 cup coconut water
Toppings:
- Matcha dusting
- Kiwi slices