Oatmeal Raspberry Yogurt Smoothie

Here’s my go-to raspberry yogurt smoothie recipe that combines fresh raspberries, creamy yogurt, and a touch of honey for the perfect breakfast or afternoon pick-me-up.

This smoothie has become my morning routine staple, and I often make extra for my kids to enjoy after school. There’s something so satisfying about a cold, fruity smoothie that’s both tasty and good for you, don’t you think?

What Kind of Greek Yogurt Should I Use?

For smoothies, plain Greek yogurt is your best bet since it lets you control the sweetness with your other ingredients. Full-fat Greek yogurt will give you the creamiest smoothie, but 2% or non-fat work just fine too – it’s really about your personal preference and nutrition goals. When shopping, look for Greek yogurt that lists only milk and active cultures in the ingredients, avoiding brands with added thickeners or stabilizers. If you’re new to Greek yogurt, you might notice it’s much thicker than regular yogurt – that’s exactly what we want for a smoothie that’s rich and satisfying rather than thin and watery.

Options for Substitutions

This smoothie recipe is super flexible and easy to customize based on what you have in your kitchen:

• Greek yogurt: You can swap Greek yogurt with regular yogurt, dairy-free yogurt alternatives (like coconut or almond yogurt), or even silken tofu for a vegan option. Keep in mind that regular yogurt will make a thinner smoothie.
• Almond milk: Any milk works here! Try coconut milk, oat milk, soy milk, or regular dairy milk. Each will give a slightly different taste but won’t affect the texture much.
• Frozen raspberries: Fresh raspberries work too – just add a few ice cubes to keep it cold. You can also use other berries like strawberries, blackberries, or a mixed berry blend.
• Spinach: Feel free to swap spinach with kale or skip the greens altogether. If using kale, remove the tough stems first.
• Chia seeds: Ground flax seeds or hemp hearts make good alternatives – they’ll still give you those healthy fats and fiber.
• Rolled oats: Quick oats work just as well. You can also use instant oats or even a scoop of plain oatmeal for thickness.
• Honey/maple syrup: Any sweetener works here – try agave nectar, date syrup, or even a ripe banana for natural sweetness.

Watch Out for These Mistakes While Blending

The biggest mistake when making smoothies is adding ingredients in the wrong order – always start with liquids (almond milk and yogurt) at the bottom near the blades, followed by soft ingredients, and frozen items on top for the smoothest blend. A common error is adding chia seeds too early in the process, which can cause them to clump together – instead, blend all other ingredients first, then pulse in the chia seeds at the very end for just a few seconds. For the creamiest texture, avoid using warm or room temperature liquid ingredients – keeping your almond milk cold and using frozen raspberries (instead of fresh) will give you that thick, milkshake-like consistency. If you’re finding the smoothie too thick to blend properly, add extra almond milk one tablespoon at a time rather than dumping in too much at once, which could make your smoothie too runny.

What to Serve With a Raspberry Yogurt Smoothie?

This filling smoothie works great as part of a balanced breakfast or afternoon snack spread. Since it’s already packed with protein from the Greek yogurt and fiber from the oats, you might want to add something with a bit of crunch to round out your meal. A piece of whole grain toast with almond butter makes a perfect partner, or try a small handful of granola on top of the smoothie itself. For a more substantial breakfast, serve it alongside a hard-boiled egg and some fresh fruit – I especially like pairing it with sliced banana or fresh berries to echo the fruity flavors in the smoothie. Just remember that this smoothie is pretty filling on its own, so you don’t need much else to make it a complete meal!

Storage Instructions

Keep Fresh: If you’ve made too much smoothie, pour the extra into an airtight container or mason jar, leaving a little space at the top. Pop it in the fridge and drink it within 24 hours for the best taste and texture. The ingredients might separate a bit – that’s totally normal!

Make Ahead: Want to prep ahead? Make smoothie bags! Portion out the raspberries, spinach, and oats into freezer bags, then freeze. When you’re ready, just dump the frozen ingredients into your blender with the fresh yogurt, milk, and honey. Such a time-saver for busy mornings!

Blend Again: If your stored smoothie has separated (thanks to those chia seeds!), just give it a quick shake or a few pulses in the blender to mix everything back together. Add a splash of almond milk if it’s thickened up too much in the fridge.

Preparation Time	5-10 minutes
Cooking Time	0-2 minutes
Total Time	5-12 minutes
Level of Difficulty	Easy

Estimated Nutrition

Estimated nutrition for the whole recipe (without optional ingredients):

• Calories: 400-450
• Protein: 15-20 g
• Fat: 10-15 g
• Carbohydrates: 70-80 g

Ingredients

• 3/4 cup plain greek-style yogurt
• 1/2 cup almond beverage
• 1/2 cup frozen red raspberries
• 1/4 cup fresh spinach
• 1 tbsp chia seeds
• 1/2 cup old-fashioned oats
• 1 to 2 tbsp honey or pure maple syrup

Step 1: Combine All Ingredients in Blender

• 3/4 cup plain Greek-style yogurt
• 1/2 cup almond beverage
• 1/2 cup frozen red raspberries
• 1/4 cup fresh spinach
• 1 tbsp chia seeds
• 1/2 cup old-fashioned oats
• 1 to 2 tbsp honey or pure maple syrup

Add the Greek-style yogurt, almond beverage, frozen red raspberries, fresh spinach, chia seeds, old-fashioned oats, and honey or maple syrup to a large immersion blender cup or a standard blender.

Make sure all your ingredients are measured and added before blending.

Step 2: Blend the Smoothie

Blend all ingredients for 1-2 minutes, or until the mixture is smooth and creamy.

If you prefer a thinner smoothie, you can add a splash more almond beverage at this stage.

I like to scrape down the sides halfway through blending to make sure everything gets incorporated evenly.

Step 3: Serve and Enjoy

Pour the finished smoothie into cups or glasses and enjoy immediately.

For an extra treat, garnish with a few fresh raspberries or a sprinkle of chia seeds on top.