Need a quick and simple breakfast idea? This strawberry cottage cheese smoothie is made in just 5 minutes in your blended. With extra protein, this cottage cheese fruit smoothie is perfect with just about any fruit combination.
If you’re looking to add more protein to your smoothie, but don’t want to rely on protein powder, this cottage cheese smoothie is the answer. This smoothie offers 14 grams of protein, which will help keep you full and satiated for hours.
Blended with strawberries and bananas, this smoothie can be customized with your favorite fruit combinations.
What do I need to make a cottage cheese smoothie?
- Cottage cheese – I recommend either 2% or 4% fat cottage cheese, as this will provide optimum flavor and creaminess. I don’t recommend non-fat cottage cheese.
- Milk – I prefer vanilla unsweetened almond milk, however, feel free to use your preferred dairy or plant-based milk.
- Frozen strawberries – frozen strawberries are a great economical option compared to fresh berries, especially when berries are out of season. These can be found with the rest of the frozen fruits in the freezer section of the grocery store.
- Frozen Banana – you can buy pre-sliced bananas in the freezer section, or simply slice some bananas and place in a lined baking sheet in the freezer for a few hours. Store in a freezer bag for smoothies later.
- Sweetener – I like and prefer granular monk fruit sweetener, however, you can also use honey or maple syrup to sweeten your smoothie.
For exact ingredient amounts and full recipe instructions be sure to scroll down to the bottom of the post for the recipe. Thanks!
How do I freeze fruit for smoothies?
Freezing fruit like sliced bananas, strawberries, raspberries and blueberries is very simple. Line a baking sheet with parchment or waxed paper to prevent the fruit from sticking to the pan.
Freeze the fruit on the baking sheet for at least 3 hours or overnight. Once the fruit is frozen, store in freezer bags or containers to use for later.
Freezing your own fruit is ideal, especially when fresh berries are in season and you can get a large quantity for a good price.
How do I make a cottage cheese fruit smoothie?
Start by adding all of the ingredients to a clean blender jar. Secure the blender jar with a tight fitting lid. Blend on medium-high speed for 45-60 seconds or until all the ingredients are pureed and smooth.
Why does my blender have a hard time blending the frozen fruit for my smoothie?
If your blender is having a hard time getting through the frozen fruit, you likely don’t have enough liquid. Stop the blender and add about 1/4 cup of additional milk. This will help the blades cut through the frozen fruit easier.
How do I make my smoothie thicker?
If you like a thick smoothie, start with a little less liquid or add slightly more frozen fruit. This will help create an ultra thick texture.
Ingredient Add-In and Recommendations for smoothies:
- Chia Seeds – these are great to add some extra fiber and protein to your smoothie.
- Collagen or Protein Powder – ideal for adding extra protein, protein powders come in a variety of flavors. Choose a powder that best fits your dietary needs.
- Leafy Greens – try adding a few handfuls of fresh baby spinach or kale to your smoothie. It’s a fantastic way to increase the nutrients and fiber in your smoothie.
For exact ingredient amounts and full recipe instructions be sure to scroll down to the recipe at the bottom of the post. Thanks!
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Creamy Strawberry Cottage Cheese Fruit Smoothie
Equipment
- blender I LOVE my Blendtec Designer Series Blender. We use it daily! It's great for smoothies, frozen cocktails, and even muffin and pancake batter.
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsweetened vanilla almond milk or your preferred milk
- 2/4 cup cottage cheese 2% or 4% is ideal
- 1/2 cup frozen strawberries
- 1/2 cup frozen banana about 1 medium banana
- 2 teaspoons granular monk fruit sweetener or your preferred sweetener
Instructions
- To a blender jar add all ingredients; milk, cottage cheese, strawberries, banana and sweetener. Fit blender jar with lid and secure tightly.
- Blend for 45-60 seconds or until all ingredients are well pureed and smooth.
- Pour into a glass or tumbler and enjoy right away while cold.
Notes
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Love this recipe. Have all the fixings will be making this smoothie soon. Thank you for recipe.
Great recipe, love cottage cheese. Thanks