Description
This Creamy Coconut Key Lime Pie Smoothie is a refreshing and nutritious blend inspired by the classic dessert. Made with frozen banana, lime zest and juice, Greek yogurt, coconut milk, and fresh spinach, it's a perfect balance of indulgence and health. The graham cracker rim, whipped cream, and toasted coconut topping make it feel like a treat, while the sneaky veggies and protein keep it wholesome. Ideal for breakfast, a snack, or a healthy dessert.
Ingredients
Main Smoothie Ingredients
- 1 large frozen ripe banana, sliced
- Zest from 1 small lime or key lime
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime or key lime juice
- ½ cup vanilla or coconut Greek yogurt (use coconut-based yogurt to keep it dairy free)
- ½ cup light coconut milk (or milk of choice)
- ½ cup fresh spinach
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- Optional: 1-2 teaspoons maple syrup or honey to sweeten if necessary
For Serving
- Extra lime wedge, for rimming glass
- Graham cracker crumbs
- Whipped cream
- Shredded toasted coconut
Instructions
- Prep the Glass: Add crushed graham crackers to a small plate. Wet the rim of your serving glass with a lime wedge, then dip and roll the rim in the graham cracker crumbs until well coated. Set aside.
- Blend Ingredients: Place frozen banana slices, lime zest, lime juice, vanilla Greek or coconut yogurt, light coconut milk, fresh spinach, and vanilla extract into a high-powered blender. Blend until smooth and creamy. If the smoothie is too thick, add more milk to thin it out to your desired consistency.
- Adjust Sweetness: Taste the smoothie and if it needs additional sweetness, blend in 1-2 teaspoons of maple syrup or honey. If using vanilla yogurt, extra sweetener is often unnecessary.
- Serve: Pour the smoothie into the prepared glass with the graham cracker rim. Top with a generous dollop of whipped cream and sprinkle with shredded toasted coconut for a finishing touch.
Notes
- Using frozen banana helps achieve a creamy and thick smoothie texture.
- Substitute the vanilla or coconut yogurt with dairy-free yogurt to keep it vegan and dairy-free.
- Fresh spinach adds nutrients without changing the vibrant flavor.
- Optional sweetener can be adjusted to taste, especially if using plain yogurt.
- Double the recipe to serve more people easily.
