Take your smoothie-making skills to a whole new level with these easy hacks
Arguably one of our favorite perfectly sweet and delicious drinks is the smoothie. They're easy to make, a great snack and not to mention, they're so stinkin' good! While it's often a piece of cake to whip up one of these babies, occasionally, making a smoothie can ironically be anything BUT smooth. So, for those of you who have ever had a smoothie party foul, we're here to help. Smoothie hacks are all to real, and all to amazing. We're about to take your smoothie game to another level and help your perfect the art of making these fruity drinks. It's time to sip easy!
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1) Frozen smoothie cups
Blend your smoothie over the weekend
Freeze in muffin tins.
Throw smoothie cups in a blender for breakfast
2) Say goodbye to the pitcher
Most detachable blade blenders can accommodate a small mason jar. You can blend and then take your smoothie on the go.
3) All ice, all the time
Freeze coffee in ice cube trays and add it to your blender the next time you make a smoothie.
4) Save and store bananas
Store bananas in the freezer
Peel and chop them
Toss into blender
5) Go green
Sneak spinach, kale or broccoli into your blender if you want more greens in your life
6) Boost with protein
Add protein powder into the mix for a little umph.
7) Indulge dairy-free
Use avocado or instant pudding mix to add creaminess.
8) Gain some grains
Add rolled oats or a few spoonfuls of cooked oatmeal.
9) Protect your blades
Add liquid or yogurt first, then soft fruits, vegetables, and ice on top.
10) Lose a little liquid
Begin with less milk or water. It's easier to add more soy milk or water afterwards.
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