Made with lots of healthy ingredients, no added sugar, and packed with antioxidants, vitamins, fiber, and protein, this Healthy Strawberry Shortcake Smoothie is a sweet treat that is perfect as a filling breakfast, an afternoon snack, or a late night treat.

Strawberry shortcake always reminds me of summertime. Growing up, whenever strawberries were in peak season (usually around early summer), we would get a big bunch of fresh strawberries, some of those round strawberry shortcake cups, and a classic can of whipped cream, and we would get to make strawberry shortcakes for dessert. It was a simple dessert, but it was always a special treat. Even though I haven’t had strawberry shortcake in years, the flavors of this Healthy Strawberry Shortcake Smoothie bring me right back to those warm summer nights.

The flavors of Strawberry Shortcake can’t be beat, so when I recently saw a viral Strawberry Shortcake Smoothie recipe trending on social media, I knew I had to make my own version.

With a subtle pink hue, this Strawberry Shortcake Smoothie is as tasty as it is pretty. This healthy smoothie brings all of the classic strawberry shortcake flavors including sweet strawberries, rich creaminess from to the greek yogurt and milk, and even that cakey goodness thanks to some oats and a splash of almond extract. The oats and almond extract might sound like a weird addition to this smoothie, but trust me they bring that baked, cakey flavor you expect from the store bought shortcakes.

What Makes This Strawberry Shortcake Smoothie Recipe Healthy?

I have become a big fan of healthy smoothies over the past year as they are a quick and easy way to load up on protein and other healthy nutrients for a quick and filling breakfast or afternoon snack. If you aren’t careful, smoothies can get away from you with lots of extra sugar and calories, but I try to keep my smoothies on the healthy side by adding lots of protein and fiber, no extra added sugar (other than natural sugar from fruits), and simple, clean ingredients.

For this Healthy Strawberry Shortcake Smoothie, I included:

Strawberries: I prefer to use frozen fruit for smoothies, as I think it blends smoother, resulting in a creamier smoothie.
Dates: A couple of dates add a boost of natural sweetness. Plus they are packed with iron and fiber, antioxidants to prevent inflammation and chronic disease, and even some protein. Dates have also been shown to increase the iron content in hemoglobin, reducing anemia.
Riced Cauliflower: This is one of my new favorite ways to boost the nutrient content of smoothies. Riced cauliflower blends into smoothies perfectly adding extra creaminess and richness as well as lots of fiber and nutrients. If you are worried that adding cauliflower to your smoothies sounds a little weird, trust me, you won’t even know it’s there.
Greek Yogurt: Plain, whole fat Greek yogurt is a staple in all of my smoothies for that extra creamy, richness – plus a boost in protein, calcium, and probiotics.
Chia Seeds: Another staple for any smoothie I make, chia seeds are tiny nutrient powerhouses, packing lots of fiber, protein, and antioxidants.
Oats: In this smoothie, a scoop of oats adds that cakey flavor you would expect from Strawberry Shortcake. Plus oats have tons of nutritional benefits.
Protein Powder: I never miss an opportunity to add in a scoop of protein powder. I like to use a combination of vanilla and berry powders in this smoothie, but you can substitute all of one flavor depending on what you have on hand.
Milk: My favorite milk to use in this Healthy Strawberry Shortcake Smoothie is coconut milk (from the carton, which is a thinned version of what you would find in a can), as it adds extra sweetness and creaminess. But feel free to substitute your favorite milk including almond milk, oat milk, or cows milk.
Almond Extract: A splash of almond extract gives this smoothie that extra something. The fruitiness from the extract boosts the strawberry flavor while bringing more cake flavor as well. Don’t skip it!

Looking for More Healthy Protein Packed Smoothie and Breakfast Recipes?

This Strawberry Shortcake Smoothie recipe is sweet and delicious, making it a healthy breakfast or snack that the whole family will love. If you are looking for more healthy and protein filled breakfast recipes, check out these recipes:

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Healthy Strawberry Shortcake Smoothie

Prep Time5

Total Time5

Course: Breakfast, Drinks, Fruit, Snack

Cuisine: American, Healthy

Keyword: greek yogurt, healthy, high protein, smoothie, strawberry

Servings: 2

Ingredients

1 cup frozen strawberries
2 dates
1/4 cup frozen riced cauliflower
1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
2 tbsp chia seeds
1/4 cup oats
1 1/2 scoop vanilla protein powder (see note)
1/4 tsp almond extract
1 cup coconut milk from a carton (plus an extra 1/4 cup if too thick)
1/4 cup ice

Instructions

Add all ingredients in blender and blend until creamy and well blended. The dates might take a little longer to blend up, so make sure there are no large chunks left. If smoothie looks too thick, add an additional 1/4 or so of milk and blend again.
Divide into 2 glasses and enjoy!

Notes

For the protein powder, I like to use 1 scoop vanilla and 1/2 scoop berry. But you can substitute what you have, using all berry or vanilla.

I use coconut milk from a carton, which is typically thinner than what you would get from a can. You can also substitute your favorite milk if desired including almond, oat, or cow's milk.

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