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Patriotic Berry Citrus Smoothie

This Patriotic Smoothie blends ripe berries, citrus juice, and a creamy base to create a vibrant, layered beverage with a smooth, frosty texture. The recipe involves blending fresh ingredients until fully combined and topped with whipped cream, resulting in a colorful and refreshing drink resembling the American flag.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 2
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup fresh strawberries hulled and quartered
  • 1 cup blueberries fresh or frozen
  • 1 cup orange juice freshly squeezed
  • 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt for creaminess
  • 2 tablespoons honey optional, for sweetness
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream for topping
  • 1 tablespoon sugar for whipped cream

Equipment

  • Blender
  • Measuring Cups and Spoons

Method
 

  1. Place the strawberries and blueberries into the blender
    1 cup fresh strawberries, 1 cup blueberries
  2. Add the orange juice, Greek yogurt, and honey to the blender bowl
    1 cup orange juice, 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt, 2 tablespoons honey
  3. Blend on high until the mixture is smooth and frothy, about 30-45 seconds, stopping to scrape down the sides if needed. Transfer half of the blended mixture into a glass or bowl for the red layer.
  4. Wash the blender and then pour the heavy cream and sugar into it. Whisk or blend until soft peaks form, approximately 2-3 minutes, until the cream is thick and billowy.
    1 cup heavy whipping cream, 1 tablespoon sugar
  5. Spoon the whipped cream evenly over the red berry layer to form the white stripe of the flag.
  6. Gently pour the remaining berry mixture over the whipped cream to create the blue field. Use a small spoon or spatula to slightly spread it out, forming the blue canton.

Notes

For best visual effect, layer the ingredients carefully to resemble the American flag. Use fresh berries for vibrant color and chilled ingredients for a frosty texture.