March 4, 2014
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With all the smoothie recipes shared on this site, one question I get asked a lot is “Can you freeze smoothies?” The answer is YES! In this post, I will show you how to freeze smoothies so they stay perfectly chilled and creamy.
One of my favorite ways to start my day is with a smoothie and I don’t always have time to make them fresh every morning. Instead, I make a batch over the weekend and freeze them for future breakfasts. If you don’t want to blend the smoothie ahead of time, you can also make these easy freezer smoothie packs, so all the ingredients are prepped and ready to be blended.
Smoothies also make easy school lunches the kids will be excited to eat. Didn’t know you could pack a smoothie in the lunchbox? Check out how to do that in the video below:
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Something as simple as having your favorite smoothies prepped and ready to go in the freezer can make life easier. They are an excellent way to start your day or pack your lunch full of vitamins and antioxidants. Plus, they’re super refreshing and loaded with flavor.
So what is the best way to freeze them?
- Prepare the Smoothie
Make your smoothie of choice, and whether it’s a Strawberry Smoothie or something new like this Cinnamon Roll Smoothie, any will do. - Pour
As liquids freeze, they expand, so be sure to fill each freezer cup, leaving about ½-inch of space from the rim. - Freeze
Top with the lead, seal and freeze for up to 2 months. - Pack
Remove a frozen smoothie from the freezer and pack in the lunch bag. By lunchtime, it will still be cold and perfect for sipping.
Smoothie Jars
My favorite freezer-friendly smoothie jars can be found here. These are no-spill and a great way to prep smoothies ahead of time or pack them for lunch.
If you want to enjoy the smoothie at breakfast time, simply transfer the cup to the fridge the night before, or if you’re an early riser like me, you can pull it out of the freezer first thing when you wake in the morning. Give it a couple of hours and it will be ready to enjoy.
MOM Tip: In case you don’t have any ice packs, smoothies make a great alternative and keep the lunch nice and cold.
How to Freeze Smoothies
Ingredients
Instructions
How to Freeze
- Prepare the smoothie.
- Transfer the smoothie into the jar, leaving about ½ inch of space from the rim.
- Top the jar with the lid and seal for up to 2 months.
How to Thaw
- Transfer the smoothie from the freezer to the fridge. Allow it to thaw overnight.
- Alternatively, remove the smoothie from the freezer and let it thaw at room temperature.
Jennifer Yule
Hi, Does the smoothie separate when it thaws out? I have seen in the past where some do separate and do not look appetizing. (fussy kids. :) )
MOMables-Laura
Yes, sometimes separation can happen. Giving the jar/container a good shake should help reconstitute the smoothie.
Wendy Wallace
Is it possible to blend most of the ingredients, i.e. the Fruit and then Freeze it into a freezer bag or container? and then when ready to have the smoothie take it out, put it in the blender along with the rest of the ingredients, depending on the smoothie, i.e. almond milk / cayenne pepper / cinnamon or green tea, etc…and blend it up…and drink… or how would you suggest please? I’m a beginner at smoothies and just would like to know the best and easiest way :-) thank you.
MOMables - Laura
This sounds like a great idea! Let me know how it turns out.
Kelly
I love this idea! Can you use frozen fruit to make the smoothies if you plan to freeze the made smoothies? I always use frozen berries in our smoothies, but I make them daily. If I could make a big batch and freeze them, that would save so much time.
David Duque
I started freezing my smoothies recently. I made a huge patch and put it into a large container. The next night I took it out and put it in the refrigerator. The following morning I took out the large container, scooped out enough for me to drink for the day into a blender, blended it, and poured it into an empty water bottle for me to drink for breakfast. I then stuck the rest of the large container into the freezer. I have been following that process now for a week. Is that ok? Is this process unsafe? Will it not keep it the smoothie staying fresh? Someone mentioned its better to put it into individual container, because you cant keep freezing the same patch. Please let me know, I am really worried.
Emilie Hebert
You don’t have anything to worry about! As long as the smoothie tastes good, you’re fine. :)
Meg
I’m doing a project for my civics course and we’re selling smoothies. Do you think that it would be OK to freeze a large amount of smoothie in a bigger container overnight? Or must it be in a smaller container to freeze? Thanks!
MOMables
I think a larger container would work!
rachel
Do the smoothies discolour once thawed like they do if you leave fresh ones for a little while?
MOMables
They will stay mostly the same color, if you’re freezing them right after you make them.
Linda
Can you freeze smoothies in water bottles?
MOMables
Hi Linda! I don’t recommend it as it could expand in the freezer.
Ali
I love this idea! How long will smoothies last stored in the freezer? Thank you x
MOMables
Hi, Ali! You can pretty much keep smoothies in the freezer for as long as you want – I would recommend a few weeks. Put them in the fridge the night before you want to drink them.
sylvia lynch
Thanks for answering this it really helps!
MOMables
Of course!
Debbie
Hi, Does freezing the smoothie take away from any nutrients?
MOMables
from what I have researched, it does not.
Lisa
Help!!! I literally just made one of your smoothies from your most awesome The Best Homemade Kids Snacks on The Planet book and I only have 2 freezable ball jars. What can I freeze the leftover in?
THANKS!!!
MOMables
Lisa, you can freeze leftovers in a zip bag but I would not transport to school like that. Just for storage. Enjoy!
AZ
Do you freeze smoothies with milk or yogurt in them too? I’d love some recommendations for great, healthy (including veggies) smoothie recipes for my son if you have any. Thanks!
MOMables
I freeze every smoothie. Feel free to browse our recipe index for more ideas. Enjoy!
Smoothie Lover
I love smoothies with milk, thanks so much for great ideas!
lili
do you use the 8 oz or 16 oz containers?
MOMables
I use the 8oz containers.
Johanna
what containers are those?
MOMables
you can find everything we show in our store.
Tiffany C.
I didn’t even know that you could freeze a smoothie and still have it taste great. I just assumed it would be watery. Great tip, as always!! xx