Creamy Strawberry Smoothie

I often post recipes that happen to be a family favorite at the moment. In the coldest weather of the year it may seem unlikely that a food blogger would post a smoothie recipe, but this has been my daughter’s requested smoothie since I made it a few weeks ago and it’s been made a number of times since. My daughter’s favorite version is made with Greek Gods Honey Yogurt but the photo smoothie is actually made with whole fat plain yogurt. To get the true creamy effect one must indulge in full fat yogurt and at least 2% milk. I’ll post a couple options for the recipe because yes, the Honey yogurt does have too much sugar per serving but it does make a darn good smoothie and thank goodness some of that sugar is naturally in the dairy. For a lower sugar option choose the plain yogurt version and it’s rich and tart and sweetened with honey.

Creamy Strawberry Smoothie (with plain yogurt)

• 1 cup 2% milk or your favorite milk
• 1 cup plain yogurt
• 2 cups frozen strawberries
• 1 teaspoon vanilla
• 1 teaspoon honey

Blend all ingredients until smooth and serve. Makes 2 servings.

Creamy Strawberry Smoothie (with Greek honey yogurt)

• 1 cup 2% milk or your favorite milk
• 1 cup honey yogurt (I used Greek Gods Honey Yogurt)
• 2 cups frozen strawberries
• 1 teaspoon vanilla

Blend all ingredients until smooth and serve. Makes 2 servings.

Source: Jackie Mack, Lingonberry Lane