If you struggle with busy mornings and picky eaters, try these delicious smoothie recipes for kids.
They are fast, full and sure to please.
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Smoothies are a great way to give your kids lots of essential vitamins and minerals.
(While giving them something they will actually enjoy drinking!)
Maybe you're a busy parent trying to find convenient snacks between meals. Or maybe you're a mom with overly picky little ones who hate breakfast.
Either way, there is no shortage of delicious smoothie recipes for kids. And hey, I bet you'll enjoy them too!
17 Simple Smoothie Recipes Your Kids Will Love
You know that I love imitation recipes, and this is one of the best.
This spectacularly sweet smoothie tastes more like a smoothie than anything else.
Its rich, fruity flavors are sincerely decadent. Your children will surely love it. (Especially if you are a strawberry smoothie enthusiast).
Fortunately, it's not as unhealthy for them as a real smoothie. It contains two tablespoons of turbinado sugar, but everything else is quite nutritious.
And with a whole banana and a cup of strawberries, it has some health benefits too.
Try it for yourself while you're at it. Your children are not going to be the only ones who will enjoy it.
This shake is not as brightly orange as ice cream. Still, it tastes remarkably similar, just a little sweeter.
It is full of bright, citrusy deliciousness. And it's naturally sweetened with maple syrup and bananas.
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Additionally, the Hellenic yogurt base is preferable to any ice cream or smoothie base.
If your kids like ice cream or orange sorbet, they will love this smoothie.
Here's another truly exquisite strawberry smoothie. And this one requires only 4 ingredients to make.
In reality, it only requires two; the other two are optional.
You can prepare it with just whole milk yogurt and strawberries. Add a little lemon juice and maple syrup for a sweeter, stronger flavor.
Blueberry drinks are some of my favorites. They always taste amazing, and I adore their beautiful purple hue.
And this blueberry pie smoothie is no exception.
It uses ingredients like frozen blueberries, bananas, oats, and maple syrup. The result is a sweet, slightly tart smoothie that tastes more like a dessert.
This is a great option for breakfast because it will give your kids plenty of energy to get up and get going.
Take the “spinach” out of the name of this smoothie and your kids will never know you eat it.
If they ask you about the color, just tell them you made it with green apples.
Hey! It's true!
Seriously, though, you're never going to taste spinach in this smoothie. Especially if you add a couple of dates or maple syrup to help sweeten it.
It's a simple (sneaky) way to get them to eat more vegetables.
(Psst! It works on adults too!)
One sip and this smoothie will quickly become a favorite breakfast at home.
It's like a more compact, buttery and sweet version of OJ. So if you're a juice lover, you're probably going to appreciate it.
You'll appreciate all the extra vitamin C you'll get when you take it.
I couldn't resist adding another bright purple blueberry smoothie to this list. (Spoiler alert: it won't be the last!)
Coconut and blueberries may seem like an odd combination, but they complement each other well.
The coconut milk provides a rich tropical sweetness, while the blueberries add a pleasant fruity flavor.
Together with maple syrup, almond milk and a banana, they form an irrepressible combination.
This is something unpredictable with little ones. However, those who enjoy it truly love it.
It all comes down to whether or not they like melons.
If you do, you'll appreciate this easy five-minute smoothie. If not, you can pass it up in favor of another alternative.
Speaking of melons, this watermelon smoothie is always a huge hit. It is pretty, pink and perfectly exquisite.
It's also simple to make.
You'll need watermelon and yogurt, and... that's it. If you want to add cauliflower or hemp seeds, you can do so, but that is optional.
The smoothie is somewhat sour and acidic, but full of watermelon flavor. It is the ideal option to cool off in the summer heat.
Don't we all want chocolate for breakfast? Because thanks to this recipe, we can all enjoy it!
This delicious smoothie is a healthier way for your children to have chocolate for breakfast, at least once or twice a week.
Start with a chocolate soy milk base. Then, add a frozen banana and unsweetened cocoa powder. (Or ice cubes and a fresh banana.)
It is sweet, chocolatey and quite healthy.
The optional whipped cream and sprinkles are absolutely up to your discretion.
Looking for something extra fruity, tart, spicy and a little sweet? This cherry and pineapple smoothie is just what you need.
Besides Greek yogurt, it's fruit, fruit and more fruit. (With a little fruit juice to make things interesting).
It is totally packed with vitamins, minerals and antioxidants.
Try it if you want to make sure your child eats enough servings of fruit each day.
Vegan friendly, dairy free and packed with fruits and vegetables. What more could you ask for in a smoothie recipe for little ones?
Oh do not worry; It is exquisite, too.
This fun green smoothie contains bananas, avocados, mangoes, oats, and spinach!
The base is almond milk and you'll flavor it with nut butter, vanilla, and maple syrup.
It is as nutritious as it is exquisite. And like the other green smoothie, your children will only know that they enjoy spinach if you tell them so.
Your little one may be too little for a pumpkin spiced latte. Still, it's never too early to start them on their favorite fall path.
Just make sure to give them this healthy pumpkin smoothie.
With pumpkin puree, banana, and pumpkin pie seasoning, it's as delicious as your favorite Starbucks drink.
Fortunately, this one is one hundred% caffeine free.
Do you want something that looks decadent but is moderately healthy? This Strawberry Cheesecake Smoothie fits the bill.
It's smooth, buttery, rich and full of fresh strawberry flavor.
The cottage cheese gives it that light flavor you'd get from a cheesecake, without all those pesky calories.
Top it with fresh strawberries and graham crackers for a super forgiving look.
Well, here's my latest purple smoothie filled with blueberries.
It is not as bright purple as some others. That's because it's even fruitier than most.
There are plenty of blueberries, of course. But you will also add strawberries and a banana. Not to mention peanut butter, hemp seeds and almond milk.
It's a fresh, buttery delicacy that will make everyone want to repeat.
I don't know any little one who doesn't love peanut butter and bananas. And that's just what you'll get with this easy 5-ingredient smoothie.
It is nutritious, rich and naturally sweet. (The bananas and maple syrup take care of that.)
Plus, it's packed with protein, potassium, and healthy fats. Talk about a win-win.
With the perfect balance of sweetness and flavor, this peach banana smoothie is a beauty.
Add a little lime zest to give it a spicy touch and that's it.
You can prepare two of these exquisite smoothies in just five minutes. (One for you and one for the little one!)
If it is not sweet enough, simply adjust the amount of sweetener.
