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This article was reviewed by Ashley Crawford and by wikiHow staff writer, Jessica Gibson. Chef Ashley Crawford is a Private Chef and the Founder of A Taste of Chef Ash. Chef Ashley started in the culinary industry when she was 14. She specializes in Creole and Cajun cuisine but has experience in all culinary topics. She has been featured in ESPN and Sports Illustrated for her culinary work with athletes. This article has been viewed 181,924 times.

Most people reach for their blenders when they want to make a smoothie, but you don't have to! As long as you choose soft, ripe fruit, you can mash it by hand and stir in your favorite smoothie ingredients, such as yogurt or peanut butter. Get the classic smoothie texture by shaking the mixture with ice until the smoothie is cold and foamy. Use this simple method for your favorite smoothie recipes or create your own custom beverage!

Making a Smoothie Without a Blender: Quick Guide

Select the fruits, proteins, and liquids you want to add to the smoothie and mash the fruits as best you can with a spoon, fork, or potato masher. Then, stir all the ingredients together and add the chosen liquid. Shake until the ingredients are combined, and enjoy!

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Choosing Ingredients

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  1. Step 1 Look for very ripe fruits. 1 Look for very ripe fruits. Since you won't be able to break up fruits that are firm and full of fiber, purchase soft fruits that you'll be able to mash by hand. Keep in mind that fruits are softest when they're completely ripe. Consider basing your smoothie on 1 or a combination of these fruits:
    • Kiwi
    • Mango
    • Banana
    • Pears
    • Berries, such as strawberries, blueberries, blackberries, or raspberries
  2. Watermark wikiHow to Make a Smoothie Without a Blender 2 Try soft vegetables or vegetable puree. Although most vegetables will be too fibrous to use in a smoothie without a blender, you can use an avocado that's ripe and soft. Remember that you can also include a few spoonfuls of vegetable puree, such as pumpkin, butternut squash, or carrot.[1]
    • Pureed vegetables will also help thicken your smoothie and give it a bright color.
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  3. Watermark wikiHow to Make a Smoothie Without a Blender 3 Include proteins that will thicken the smoothie. Soft fruits usually make up most of blender-less smoothies, but you'll need filling ingredients to add protein and give the smoothie a creamy texture. Use your favorite type of yogurt, peanut butter, or chia seeds to add protein.[2]
    • Instead of peanut butter, you can use tahini or sunflower butter, which will give your smoothie protein with less sugar.

    Tip: For the thickest smoothie, use full-fat Greek yogurt. Use your favorite flavor or use plain if you'd like more control over the flavor of your smoothie.

  4. Step 4 Choose a liquid to thin the smoothie. 4 Choose a liquid to thin the smoothie. You probably won't need very much liquid in your smoothie, but it's good to have nutritious liquids on hand just in case. For a creamy smoothie, get out milk or your favorite alternative milk, such as almond or soy milk. To make your smoothie sweeter, use fruit juice.[3]
    • For example, use apple, grape, orange, or pineapple juice.
  5. Step 5 Include powders for protein or flavor. 5 Include powders for protein or flavor. Customize your smoothie by stirring in extra flavors or protein powders. If you're adding protein powder, use the amount recommended by the manufacturer. To add flavors, consider using:[4]
    • Cocoa powder
    • Matcha powder
    • Maca powder
    • Spices, such as nutmeg, cinnamon, or turmeric
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Combining the Smoothie

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  1. Watermark wikiHow to Make a Smoothie Without a Blender 1 Mash soft fruits and vegetables. Rinse and remove peels from the ripe fruit. Then place as much fruit as you want into a bowl and use the back of a spoon, a fork, or a potato masher to smash the produce until it's as smooth as possible.[5]
    • Keep in mind that there will probably be a few small lumps in the pureed fruits and vegetables.
  2. Watermark wikiHow to Make a Smoothie Without a Blender 2 Stir the mashed produce with your choice of smoothie ingredients. Spoon the mashed fruits or vegetables into a bowl and add any thickeners or powders that you want. Then stir until the powders are dissolved and all of the ingredients are combined.
    • For example, to make a classic strawberry banana smoothie, put mashed strawberries and bananas into a bowl along with a few spoonfuls of yogurt. Stir to combine the smoothie.
  3. Watermark wikiHow to Make a Smoothie Without a Blender 3 Shake the smoothie with ice if you want a foamy drink. While you can drink the smoothie as soon as it's combined, you may want it to be colder. Put a few ice cubes into a large jar and pour the smoothie into it. Seal the jar and shake it until the smoothie is cold and foamy. This should take about 30 seconds.
    • To make a frosty smoothie, stir crushed ice into the smoothie just before serving. Keep in mind that the smoothie will have a slushy texture.
  4. Watermark wikiHow to Make a Smoothie Without a Blender 4 Add your chosen liquid to adjust the thickness of your smoothie. Once you've combined the main smoothie ingredients, taste it and decide if it's as thick or thin as you want. To thin the smoothie, stir in 1 to 2 tablespoons (15 to 30 ml) of juice or milk until the smoothie is the consistency you like.
    • If the smoothie isn't thick enough for your liking, stir in more yogurt or chia seeds. Chia seeds take a few minutes to thicken, so let the smoothie rest before drinking it.
  5. Watermark wikiHow to Make a Smoothie Without a Blender 5 Enjoy the cold smoothie. Pour the smoothie into a serving glass and drink it immediately. Because the ingredients weren't blended together by machine, they'll probably begin to separate faster. If this happens, just stir the smoothie with a long spoon and drink it through a straw.[6]
    • Refrigerate any leftover smoothie in an airtight container for up to 2 or 3 days. You'll need to stir or shake it again before drinking.
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  • Question Do I have to add any powders? Community Answer Community Answer You can add powders if you wish, but they are definitely not necessary. Thanks! We're glad this was helpful. Thank you for your feedback. If wikiHow has helped you, please consider a small contribution to support us in helping more readers like you. We’re committed to providing the world with free how-to resources, and even $1 helps us in our mission. Support wikiHow Yes No Not Helpful 13 Helpful 61
  • Question Are there any specific recipe suggestions that might work best? Community Answer Community Answer A strawberry and banana smoothie would work well, as these fruits are both relatively soft. Thanks! We're glad this was helpful. Thank you for your feedback. If wikiHow has helped you, please consider a small contribution to support us in helping more readers like you. We’re committed to providing the world with free how-to resources, and even $1 helps us in our mission. Support wikiHow Yes No Not Helpful 9 Helpful 58
  • Question Should I add yogurt? Amy Swanson Amy Swanson Community Answer Yogurt will help to enhance the creaminess. You can use sweetened or unsweetened. If you prefer thinner, less filling smoothies, you can skip the yogurt. Thanks! We're glad this was helpful. Thank you for your feedback. If wikiHow has helped you, please consider a small contribution to support us in helping more readers like you. We’re committed to providing the world with free how-to resources, and even $1 helps us in our mission. Support wikiHow Yes No Not Helpful 12 Helpful 32
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Things You'll Need

  • Fork, spoon, or potato masher
  • Bowl
  • Jar with a lid

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References

  1. ↑ https://omnivorescookbook.com/10-easy-protein-shake-recipes-without-a-blender/
  2. ↑ https://omnivorescookbook.com/10-easy-protein-shake-recipes-without-a-blender/
  3. ↑ https://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/articles/50-smoothies
  4. ↑ https://foodal.com/drinks-2/smoothies/superfood-add-ins/
  5. ↑ https://www.healthycanning.com/crushing-fruit/
  6. ↑ https://greatist.com/eat/how-make-perfect-smoothie

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Ashley Crawford Reviewed by: Ashley Crawford Private Chef This article was reviewed by Ashley Crawford and by wikiHow staff writer, Jessica Gibson. Chef Ashley Crawford is a Private Chef and the Founder of A Taste of Chef Ash. Chef Ashley started in the culinary industry when she was 14. She specializes in Creole and Cajun cuisine but has experience in all culinary topics. She has been featured in ESPN and Sports Illustrated for her culinary work with athletes. This article has been viewed 181,924 times. 19 votes - 63% Co-authors: 11 Updated: April 3, 2025 Views: 181,924 Categories: Featured Articles | Smoothies Article SummaryX

To make a smoothie without a blender, go for soft fruits like kiwi, mango, bananas, and berries, which are easier to mash by hand. Try to find fruits that are very ripe, since these will be softer too. If you want to add some vegetables to your smoothie, try using an avocado or vegetable puree, which will easily mix with your fruit. Once you’ve chosen your ingredients, mash them in a bowl with a spoon, fork, or potato masher. You can also thin your smoothie by adding fruit juice, milk, or a non-dairy milk alternative. To finish off your smoothie, pour it into a large jar or bottle and give it a good shake to mix the ingredients together. For more tips, including how to thicken your smoothie with protein, read on! Did this summary help you?YesNo

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