10 Smoothies For Children – Being Parents

Most children refuse to eat or taste new fruits. However, if you consider the option of smoothies, you will be taking a big step in getting your child to include them in their regular diet.

Smoothies contain fiber, vitamins, antioxidants, and natural sugars. That is why they are ideal for children. The different fruit blends make it possible to obtain smoothies with an infinite number of colors. These colors will attract the attention of the most demanding children.

Plus,  smoothies are great any time of the day. However, we recommend them for a snack or afternoon snack. There are many options available to you to choose the ideal smoothie for your child. You just need an ounce of creativity!

10 smoothies for kids

The following list of smoothies are perfect for combating the summer heat. They also provide many nutrients and vitamins. Take notes as this may be an option for feeding your child.

1. 1. Chocolate banana smoothie

      Our first smoothie  is great when the little ones want something sweet and healthy at the same time.

      Ingredients:

      • 2 spoons of powdered chocolate.
      • 4 ice cubes.
      • 1 banana.
      • 300 ml of skimmed milk.

   2. Strawberry vanilla smoothie

      This smoothie is healthy and refreshing. Like the previous one, it will satisfy the most greedy. Chances are you should use frozen strawberries if they are out of season. Don’t worry, the smoothie will still taste great.

      Ingredients:
      

      • 8 strawberries.
      • 110 ml of skimmed milk.
      • 120 g of natural yogurt.
      • 3 teaspoons of sugar.
      • 1 or 2 teaspoon (s) of vanilla extract.
      • 6 ice cubes.
      

   3. Multifruit smoothie

      This is a wonderful and delicious smoothie. It will help children cool off after a hot summer day.

      Ingredients:

      • 1 sliced ​​kiwi.
      • 1 banana, peeled and chopped.
      • 70 g of blueberries.
      • 150 g of strawberries.
      • 2 ice cubes.
      • 125 ml of natural orange juice.
      • 1 yogurt.

   4. Strawberry banana smoothie

      Kids love the sweet taste of strawberries and bananas. In addition, they are very good for their growing body and mind. We suggest you taste this delicious smoothie. If you want, you can add half a cup of raw spinach to make it even healthier.

      Ingredients:

      • 1 banana.
      • 1 half cup of strawberries.
      • 1 apple, cut into slices.
      • 1 half cup of blueberries.
      • 1 cup of milk.
      • 1 half cup of raspberries.

   5. Banana mango smoothie

      Children will love this colorful smoothie. It’s like a ray of sunshine, even on the rainiest day. Mango, banana, squeezed orange juice and yogurt combine to give your child a delicious whim.

      Ingredients:

      • 1 mango peeled and cut into pieces.
      • 1 banana, peeled and chopped.
      • 225 ml of fresh orange juice.
      • 225 g of natural or vanilla yogurt.

   6. Ripe raspberry smoothie

      With this recipe, children and adults will receive a good dose of energy.  If you want a more fruity taste, don’t include yogurt. Ingredients:
      
      

      • 1 small banana.
      • 70 g of blackberries.
      • 125 g of fresh raspberries.
      • 170 g of vanilla yogurt.
      • 1 teaspoon of honey.
      • 4 ice cubes.

   7. Banana smoothie

      This banana smoothie is a great drink for summer days.   This is a particularly healthy recipe to serve at children’s parties as an alternative to soda.
      
      Ingredients:

      • 2 bananas.
      • 225 ml of semi-skimmed milk.
      • 4 spoons of water.
      • 2 tablespoons of brown sugar.
      • 8 ice cubes.

   8. Ripe smoothie

      Raspberries, strawberries and blackberries, along with strawberry yogurt and a banana combine in the blender to make a delicious drink for the kids.

      
      Ingredients:

      • 280 g of frozen blackberries.
      • 225 g of strawberry yogurt.
      • 1 banana.
      • 235 ml of milk.
      • 1 half teaspoon of sugar, or to taste.
        
        

   9. Coconut, mango and pineapple smoothie

      This creamy smoothie is a great breakfast option! In addition, it includes fruits that are sometimes rejected by children, such as coconut and mango.
      
      Ingredients:

      • 1 ripe mango, cut into cubes.
      • 1 small banana.
      • 150 ml of coconut milk.
      • 100 g of pineapple.
      • orange juice (100 mL).

   10. Smoothie

       A healthy smoothie slightly spiced up with cinnamon and nutmeg as well as a good fruity flavor. For a thicker smoothie, use pre-frozen, peeled and chopped bananas.
       
       Ingredients:

       • 2 pears, peeled and pitted.
       • 1 banana cut into pieces.
       • 250 mL of milk.
       • 125 g of vanilla yogurt.
       • 1 half a spoon of cinnamon powder.
       • Nuts.

Finally,  remember that smoothies are ideal for children to taste any type of fruit. In addition, they are very refreshing and recommended during the summer.