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    Cranberry Smoothie

    Published: Dec 1, 2014 · Modified: Aug 28, 2020 by Jenn Sebestyen

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    This Cranberry Smoothie is a delicious, sweet, tart, and gorgeously vibrant, seasonal sip. Dairy free and refined sugar free!

    Cranberry smoothie in front of a bowl of fresh cranberries and an aqua blue napkin.

    It seems cranberries are my new obsession.

    October was pumpkin all-the-things. The end of November is turning out to be cranberry all-the-things.

    Considering cranberries are often served at Christmas, too, I’ve got you all set!

    This creamy drink can be made using fresh cranberries or leftover cranberry sauce. Either way it’s super easy. Wake up and start your day with this sweet and tangy Cranberry Smoothie!

    Vibrant red speckled cranberry smoothie in a glass with a red and white straw.

    Cranberries are rich in vitamins and minerals, like vitamins C, E, and K. They also contain good amounts of fiber, manganese, and copper, along with antioxidants and anti-inflammatory properties.

    Cranberries are good for you, so drink up this Cranberry Smoothie and reap the benefits.

    Just 4 ingredients, 2 minutes, and a blender is all you need. How can you not love a quick and easy recipe like this?

    Breakfast is served! Or snack. Or even dessert.

    Cranberry Smoothie garnished with chopped pecans and a red/white striped straw.

    This recipe is perfect for using up any leftover cranberry sauce you have lying around from the holidays (you know you have some!).

    Of course, I’m partial to my Maple Cinnamon Cranberry Pear Sauce, but you can use whatever you have on hand.

    And if for some reason you didn’t make cranberry sauce, don’t have leftovers, or just want to make this any other time of year – no worries, you can use 1 cup of fresh (or frozen) cranberries with a little cinnamon and maple syrup.

    Cranberry Smoothie, in a glass with a red & white striped straw, on a marble slab next to a set of measuring spoons.

    I hope you love this recipe as much as we do! If you tried it, please use the rating system in the recipe card and leave a comment below with your feedback.

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    Vibrant red speckled cranberry smoothie in a glass with a red and white straw.

    Cranberry Smoothie

    This Cranberry Smoothie is a delicious, sweet, tart, and gorgeously vibrant, seasonal sip.
    5 from 3 votes
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    Course: Drinks, Juices and Smoothies
    Cuisine: American
    Diet: Gluten Free, Vegan
    Prep Time: 2 minutes
    Total Time: 2 minutes
    Servings: 2
    Calories: 265kcal
    Author: Jenn Sebestyen

    Recommended Equipment

    • Blender

    Ingredients

    • 1 cup unsweetened, plain non-dairy milk
    • 1 ripe banana
    • 1 cup leftover cranberry sauce (alternately, use 1 cup fresh or frozen cranberries, 1-2 tablespoons pure maple syrup, and ½ teaspoon cinnamon)
    • ¼ cup chopped raw pecans
    • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
    • handful of ice cubes

    Instructions

    • Blend all ingredients in a high speed blender until smooth.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 265kcal | Carbohydrates: 39g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Sodium: 10mg | Potassium: 287mg | Fiber: 7g | Sugar: 22g | Vitamin A: 350IU | Vitamin C: 18.2mg | Calcium: 220mg | Iron: 1.6mg
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    1. Danielle says

      November 03, 2018 at 3:45 pm

      This looks like the perfect seasonal smoothie! I love the beautiful color!5 stars

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      • Jenn S. says

        November 03, 2018 at 10:49 pm

        Thanks, Danielle!

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    2. Ellen says

      November 03, 2018 at 1:59 pm

      My cranberry loving son will enjoy this smoothie!

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      • Jenn S. says

        November 03, 2018 at 10:49 pm

        Wonderful! I hope he loves it!

        Reply
    3. Lathiya says

      November 03, 2018 at 1:42 pm

      Non dairy cranberry smoothie sounds and looks delicious…the color definitely lifts your mood in the morning5 stars

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      • Jenn S. says

        November 03, 2018 at 10:49 pm

        Thanks, Lathiya!

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    4. Mary Bostow says

      November 03, 2018 at 11:54 am

      This Cranberry Smoothie looks sooooo good! Yummy! This made me drool. Cannot wait to try this. Thank you for a great recipe!5 stars

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      • Jenn S. says

        November 03, 2018 at 12:05 pm

        Thank you, Mary! It’s a fun, and super easy, festive treat!

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    5. ebeccia1 says

      November 21, 2015 at 5:45 am

      This smoothie looks so bright and delicious!!

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      • Jenn S. says

        November 21, 2015 at 5:48 am

        Thank you, Ebeccia! I love the combo of the tart cranberry sauce and the sweet banana! Please let me know if you try it!

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