90+ of Our Best Creamy Smoothies and Shakes

May 27, 2020
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Whether you're looking for a protein-packed meal replacement smoothie, or for a dessert shake to satisfy your sweet tooth, we've got the perfect recipe for you. From our jaw-dropping Strawberry Shortcake Shake to the nutrient-packed Antioxidant Breakfast Smoothie, these blended creations are sure to hit the spot. Get that blender going and whip one up today!
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Strawberry Shortcake Shake

Photo: Katie Hanley; Styling: Emma Crist
Strawberry Shortcake Shake Recipe

This minimal ingredient milkshake is a show-stopping, drool-inducing tall glass of strawberry shortcake heaven. When topped with a cake and strawberry skewer and drizzled with a luscious syrup, this gorgeous dessert might just be better than the real thing. 

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Orange Dreamsicle Smoothie

Photo: Jennifer Causey; Styling: Claire Spollen
Orange Dreamsicle Smoothie Recipe
Segment the orange over a bowl to catch all of those tasty juices, and add them to the blender before processing. You can buy frozen mangoes, but for the creamiest sip, start with fresh, and freeze overnight.

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Caramel Frappuccino

Photo: Ryan Moriarty; Styling: Callie Blount
Caramel Frappuccino Recipe

This easy, copycat version of your favorite coffee shop drink tastes just like the real thing!

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Cookie Cake Milkshake

Cookie Cake Milkshake Recipe
Got leftover cookie cake after the big party? Now you'll know just what to do with it.

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Maple-Peach Milk Shake

Photo: Randy Mayor; Styling: Missie Neville Crawford
Maple-Peach Milk Shake Recipe

Blend maple syrup, peaches, low-fat frozen yogurt, and low-fat milk to make this flavorfull milkshake. 

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Mixed-Berry Shake

Photo: Quentin Bacon
Mixed-Berry Shake Recipe
Cool, creamy shakes and smoothies make the perfect summertime dessert. Blend ice cream, frozen berries, and whole milk for a rich treat that's sure to beat the heat.
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Bahama Breeze

Photo: Ryan Moriarty; Styling: Callie Blount
Bahama Breeze Recipe
You don't have to be on a tropical island to enjoy this fruity cocktail.

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S’mores Frappuccino

Photo: Ryan Moriarty; Styling: Callie Blount
S’mores Frappuccino Recipe

You don't have to drive to your favorite coffee shop to be sipping on this glorious chocolate and coffee drink. Just throw all the ingredients together in a blender and enjoy a refreshing summer sweet treat. Bonus: You probably have most of the ingredients on hand already. What are you waiting for?

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Cran-Berry Green-Tea Smoothie

Iain Bagwell; Dan Becker
Cran-Berry Green-Tea Smoothie Recipe
The best smoothies combine great nutrition with even better flavor. Cranberries and green tea pack this drink full of healthy antioxidants, while berries and banana add essential vitamins and nutrients.
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Energy Smoothie

Photo: Cedric Angeles
Energy Smoothie Recipe
Kick-start your day by pureeing silken tofu with orange juice, strawberries, banana, and a little honey for a super-healthy smoothie.

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Cookies-and-Cream Milk Shakes

Photo: Mark Thomas; Styling: Stephana Bottom
Cookies-and-Cream Milk Shakes Recipe
Blend Oreos, ice cream, and milk for an indulgent summer milk shake.

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Birthday Cake Shake

Photo: Katie Hanley; Styling: Emma Crist
Birthday Cake Shake Recipe

This 5-ingredient cake batter milkshake shows there's more than one use for store-bought cake mix.

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Mocha Frappé

Photo: Ralph Anderson; Styling: Lisa Powell Bailey
Mocha Frappé Recipe
Indulge in this frozen drink a few hours before bedtime—it gets its flavor from strong brewed coffee. Make a big batch of this homemade coffee treat and we guarantee that this will replace your drive-through drip addiction.

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Mint-Chocolate Chip Shake

Photo: Christopher Baker; Styling: Linda Hirst
Mint-Chocolate Chip Shake Recipe
The green-hued ice cream is a favorite at ice cream parlors across the nation. We jazzed up our Mint-Chocolate Chip Shake with a few drops of green coloring for a faint tint of color.

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Fruit and Yogurt Shake

Fruit and Yogurt Shake Recipe
Perfect for a midmorning snack, this shake packs the bright flavors of pomegranate cherry juice and crushed pineapple with filling plain yogurt. It can be stored in an airtight container for 2­­-3 days, so keep extra on hand to satisfy those sugar cravings.
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Banana Cream Pie Smoothie

Randy Mayor
Banana Cream Pie Smoothie Recipe
Frozen bananas, graham cracker crumbs, and vanilla extract are a few of the ingredients that make this smoothie a rich dessert in a glass. Because it calls for low-fat yogurt and fat-free milk, one serving of this drink gives you about the same amount of calcium as a glass of milk.

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Blackberry-Mango Breakfast Shake

Jan Smith
Blackberry-Mango Breakfast Shake Recipe
Sneak silken tofu into a sweet-tart breakfast smoothie to keep energy high from morning through the 3pm afternoon slow-down. This is a great way to get extra protein and fiber past pickier palates.

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Vanilla Honey-Nut Smoothie

Randy Mayor; Melanie J. Clarke
Vanilla Honey-Nut Smoothie Recipe
Start with creamy frozen yogurt and add peanut butter, milk, and honey for a nutty sweet treat. Silken tofu and ground flaxseed help this smoothie stick with you throughout an afternoon of running errands.
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Fresh Strawberry Milk Shakes

Photo: Greg Dupee; Food Styling: Chelsea Zimmer
Fresh Strawberry Milk Shakes Recipe
These creamy strawberry milkshakes keep it simple with just 4 ingredients: fresh strawberries, vanilla extract, ice cream, and milk.

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Banana-Mango Smoothie

Photo: William Dickey; Styling: Margaret Dickey
Banana-Mango Smoothie Recipe
Make this smoothie in minutes by freezing cubed mango the night before and blending with banana, milk, honey, and vanilla extract when you're ready to serve.

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Banana-Berry Smoothie

Banana-Berry Smoothie Recipe
While the dishwasher runs after dinner, whip up a batch of this blended treat. Honey sweetens the banana-strawberry-yogurt mixture. Serve thick for a fun beat-the-heat dessert.
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Yogurt-Fruit Smoothie

Yogurt-Fruit Smoothie Recipe
Blend frozen fruit juice with fresh strawberries and a banana for a smoothie spiked with bright fruit flavor. This tasty drink is rich and creamy thanks to a hearty helping of vanilla low-fat yogurt.

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Elvis Milk Shakes

Photo: Mark Thomas; Styling: Stephana Bottom
Elvis Milk Shakes Recipe
Drink a tribute to the King of Rock-and-Roll with this shake that combines two of his favorite flavors: bananas and peanut butter.

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Chocolate-Peanut Butter Banana Shake

Photo: Teresa Sabga; Styling: Emma Crist
Chocolate-Peanut Butter Banana Shake Recipe

This chocolate, peanut butter, and banana shake is like an explosion of flavors all in one glass. Top this shake with a generous (and messy) crown of whipped cream and chocolate syrup for the perfect answer to your chocolate craving. 

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Mango Smoothie

Photo: William Dickey; Styling: Margaret Dickey
Mango Smoothie Recipe
Spice up a Mexican-inspired evening with a smoothie infused with the warm molasses flavor of brown sugar. Serve the slushy cocktail over ice.

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Banana-Berry Smoothie

Becky Luigart-Stayner; Jan Gautro
Banana-Berry Smoothie Recipe
Frozen mixed berries and dry milk help keep cost and preparation to a minimum for this anytime smoothie. Blend with banana, yogurt, sugar, and orange juice for a citrus accent. Substitute other frozen fruits, like peaches, for fun variety.

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Smoothie Pops

Victor Protasio
Smoothie Pops Recipe
Kids are sure to love these smoothies-on-a-stick! Just blend, pour in paper cups with a popsicle stick, and freeze for creamy, icy goodness.
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S'more Shake

Photo: Christopher Baker; Styling: Linda Hirst
S'more Shake Recipe
Ingredients from the favorite treat are morphed into a dreamy S'more Shake--no campfire required.

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Peanut Butter, Banana, and Flax Smoothies

Photo: John Autry: Styling: Leigh Ann Ross
Peanut Butter, Banana, and Flax Smoothies Recipe

Get the day started right with a peanut butter, banana, and flax smoothie. Not only will it taste like a treat but you'll get a good dose of potassium, protein, and fiber to boot. If the smoothies seem too thick, just add another tablespoon or two of milk.

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Sunshine Smoothie

Photo: William Dickey; Styling: Margaret Dickey
Sunshine Smoothie Recipe

This slightly sweet, thick drink is a great snack or part of a breakfast: Just one serving offers about one-third of the day's vitamin C and vitamin A and about 10 percent potassium in a low-calorie package.

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Berry-Banana Smoothie

Berry-Banana Smoothie Recipe
This refreshing classic includes raspberries, strawberries, and ground flaxseed.

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Hot-Pink Smoothies

Oxmoor House
Hot-Pink Smoothies Recipe
Smoothies are the perfect bases for allowing kids to add their own personality and get creative. The yogurt gives it a dose of calcium. Be sure to use frozen fruit−it eliminates the need for ice.

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Layered Fruit Smoothie

Dan Goldberg
Layered Fruit Smoothie Recipe
If island-inspired cocktails warm your soul, this layered fruit smoothie might just tip your taste buds over the edge.  Pour a strawberry-banana smoothie mixture over a layer of mango smoothie for a two-tone drink that's as pretty as it is tasty. 
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Chocolate Malt Shake

Oxmoor House
Chocolate Malt Shake Recipe
This light shake is satisfyingly thick. Decrease the amount of malted milk powder if you'd like less malt flavor.

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Espresso Soy Milk Shake

Photo: William Dickey; Styling: Margaret Dickey
Espresso Soy Milk Shake Recipe
This satisfying shake is a speedy dessert. It's also a way to enjoy the health benefits of caffeine, which may help lower your risk of diabetes and Parkinson's disease.

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