For a tasty way to support skin health, make this 4-ingredient raspberry collagen smoothie. It takes just 5 minutes to prepare this easy recipe.
Recipe Summary
- This raspberry collagen smoothie is a blend of unsweetened almond milk, collagen powder, Medjool date, and frozen raspberries.
- Thanks to the collagen powder and vitamin C-rich raspberries, this drink is so good for the skin.
- Quick and easy to make in 5 minutes using a blender.
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Ingredient Notes
- Unsweetened almond milk: To keep the smoothie healthy, use unsweetened almond milk. You can also use any milk of your choice but almond milk has the most neutral flavor.
- Collagen powder: Use a high-quality powdered collagen for the best results.
- Medjool date: Remove the pit before blending Medjool dates.
- Frozen raspberries: If freezing your own raspberries, only freeze ones that are plump and bright red. Avoid freezing mushy or discolored berries.
For full ingredients and detailed instructions, please see the recipe card at the bottom of the post.
Variations
Protein powder: To increase the protein content of your smoothie, add protein powder along with the powdered collagen. The extra protein will increase fullness and support exercise recovery. For this recipe, you can use chocolate, vanilla, or unflavored protein powder.
Seeds: Chia seeds, flax seeds, and hemp seeds will add a subtle nuttiness to the drink. They’ll also provide anti-inflammatory fatty acids. It’s best to use 1 or 2 tablespoons per smoothie.
Leafy greens: For a green collagen smoothie, add a handful of baby kale or spinach. Both ingredients will increase the antioxidants and vitamins in the drink.
Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1: Pour almond milk in the blender first. Add collagen powder and Medjool date.
Starting with the liquids will ensure a smooth and even blend.
Step 2: Add frozen raspberries.
Step 3: Blend until smooth, starting on low speed then increasing to high.
Step 4: Pour the smoothie into a glass. Enjoy immediately.
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Blender Tips
Freeze raspberries in a single layer.
If you’re freezing your own raspberries, spread them out on the baking sheet. They should be in a single, even layer without touching each other. This will prevent clumping in the freezer.
RELATED: How to Freeze Raspberries Properly
Start with the liquid ingredients.
For the smoothest drink, avoid loading ingredients in a random order. Begin with the liquids and any liquid sweeteners. When you turn on the blender, they’ll help the blades move and pull in other ingredients.
Next, load add-ins such as powders and seeds. Follow with fresh fruit and leafy greens. Finish with the heaviest ingredients, like ice and frozen fruit.
Avoid blending on high speed right away.
When making a smoothie, start on low speed. This will give the blades a chance to chop up the ingredients. After about 10 seconds, quickly increase the speed to high for about 1 minute. Doing so will protect the blender’s motor.
Rotate the ingredients with a tamper.
While the blades are spinning, insert a tamper through the blender’s lid. Move in a circle, hitting all 4 sides of the blender. This will push ingredients toward the blades and ensure everything is pureed.
Remove leftover smoothie.
A blade scraper is a tool that lets you get out leftover smoothie. It’s shaped to reach under the blades. If you don’t have a blade scraper, a thin spatula also works.
Expert Tips
- If you don’t have a powerful blender, cut the Medjool date into small pieces.
- For even more flavor, replace some of the raspberries with other berries, such as blueberries or strawberries.
- Add extra frozen raspberries or several ice cubes for a thicker smoothie.
- If you want to thin the smoothie, add a splash of unsweetened almond milk. Blend for 10 seconds to combine.
- Refrigerate leftover smoothie in an airtight container, like a jar. Enjoy within 1-2 days for the best flavor and texture.
Questions You May Have
Collagen smoothies are a great way to increase your protein intake. The collagen is a popular supplement for skin health.
Most collagen powders are unflavored, so you won’t be able to taste them. The other ingredients, like raspberries and Medjool date, will be more noticeable.
This raspberry collagen smoothie doesn’t need ice because it uses frozen raspberries. If you want to use ice, only add a few ice cubes. It will make the drink thicker.
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Raspberry Collagen Smoothie
INGREDIENTS
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 1 scoop collagen powder
- 1 Medjool date
- 1 ¼ cups frozen raspberries
INSTRUCTIONS
- Load unsweetened almond milk, collagen powder, Medjool date, and frozen raspberries into a blender. Secure lid.Place ingredients into the blender in the order listed.
- Blend until smooth.Start the blender on LOW speed for 10 seconds. Increase speed to HIGH for a full minute.
- Pour smoothie into a cup. Serve immediately.
EQUIPMENT
NOTES
- If you don’t have a powerful blender, cut the Medjool date into small pieces.
- You can use other types of milk, like soy milk or oat milk, in this smoothie.
- For even more flavor, replace some of the raspberries with other berries, such as blueberries or strawberries.
- Add extra frozen raspberries or several ice cubes for a thicker smoothie.
- If you want to thin the smoothie, add a splash of unsweetened almond milk. Blend for 10 seconds to combine.
- Refrigerate leftover smoothie in an airtight container, like a jar. Enjoy within 1-2 days for the best flavor and texture.