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How to pack a smoothie for lunch

You’re going to love today’s lunch idea! I’m sharing how to pack a smoothie for lunch plus a healthy, dessert-inspired smoothie recipe you’re definitely going to want to try!

Packing a smoothie in yours or your child’s lunch box is a lot easier than you might think!

smoothie in a togo container

No more paying for overpriced smoothies, this is the perfect solution whether you want to pack a smoothie in your child’s lunch bag or enjoy it on-the-go!

How to Keep a Smoothie Cold Until Lunch

Every once in awhile it’s nice to forgo the usual sandwiches and wraps for something cold and refreshing. Smoothies are a smart way to get a ton of fiber, protein, and vitamins in one delicious serving, and you can pack them for lunch! If you pack them correctly, it’s not too difficult to keep your smoothie cold and fresh and your other food warm and ready for lunchtime! It all starts with freezing your smoothie.

You can see how I pack lunchboxes to keep smoothies cold here:

Top Smoothie Bottles, Cups and Containers

You might be curious about the best smoothie containers so I’ll mention a few of my personal favorites.

1. Thermos Container
Place a thermos container in the freezer overnight. In the morning, fill it with your choice of smoothie and pack it into the lunch bag. It acts as a freezer pack, and by the time noon rolls around, the smoothie will be a perfect consistency. I like using thermoses to pack smoothies. Instead of plastic bottles, which don’t work well in the freezer, thermoses keep ingredients properly sealed and cold for hours.

2. Freezer Cups
These are great for when you don’t have thermoses. It comes with a screw-top lid and seals, so nothing spills in the lunch bag.

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.

three smoothies in jars, stacked
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Best Smoothies for Kids

Now we are getting to the good stuff! Not only do these smoothies taste incredible, they are made with healthy, high-fiber ingredients and low in sugar.

  • Chocolate Green Smoothie
  • Mango Peach Smoothie
  • Triple Berry Smoothie
  • Cinnamon Roll Smoothie
  • Peach Cobbler Smoothie

Protein Smoothies for Kids

Smoothies can be an optimal source of protein if you choose to add options such as chia seeds, Greek yogurt, or protein powder. I’m very particular about which ones I use, but I’ve found this one to be top-notch in quality and flavor. Here are our top tried and true protein smoothies:

  • Chocolate Protein Smoothie
  • Blueberry Green Smoothie
  • Pineapple Green Smoothie
  • Strawberries & Cream Smoothie

Here’s a delicious coconut pie smoothie to get you started packing smoothie lunches today!

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Coconut Pie Lunchbox Smoothie

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Simple and delicious coconut pie smoothie recipe that’s perfect to pack in a lunchbox for school or the office.

  • Author: MOMables
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: drinks

Ingredients

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  • 3 bananas
  • ¼ cup almond butter
  • 14 ounce can coconut milk
  • ½ cup coconut flakes
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ½ cup ice

Instructions

  1. In a blender, combine bananas, almond butter, coconut milk, coconut flakes, and vanilla.
  2. Blend well. Add ice and blend. If it’s too thick, add more coconut milk or water.
  3. Pour into tall glasses and enjoy.
  4. If packing for lunch, divide the smoothie between chilled thermos containers and pack into lunch bags.

Equipment

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Comments

  1. NadineAdele

    September 21, 2019 at 6:43 am

    When freezing a thermos funtainer do you leave the lid screwed on or off? Or just freeze without the lid? Thank you

    Reply
    • MOMables - Laura

      October 02, 2019 at 4:32 pm

      I freeze it without the lid. I keep the lid in the counter or drawer.

      Reply
    • Dot

      July 20, 2022 at 8:15 am

      Is it possible to freeze the smoothies in the funtainer? I would like to use stainless steel instead of plastic, and would like to make a weeks worth of smoothies on Sundays for lunches. Thanks!

      Reply
      • MOMables-Laura

        July 22, 2022 at 5:28 pm

        Yes, just make sure to leave some space between the smoothie and the container’s lid, so it doesn’t make a mess in your freezer.

        Reply
  2. Stacie

    October 12, 2014 at 7:37 am

    Great tip! In one morning I’ve learnt you can freeze spinach AND thermos’s (thermosi?) LOL. As much as we love the PB recipe, our schools are nut/peanut free, so that isn’t an option. I believe they even banned Wowbutter, but I need to double check that.

    Reply
    • MOMables

      October 12, 2014 at 9:10 pm

      the tip can be used with any smoothie recipe :)

      Reply
    • Tanya

      July 13, 2021 at 2:06 pm

      Check if your school allows Sunbutter. It’s made from sunflower seeds. We have a nut free and soy free house and we love this option.

      Reply
  3. Evellyn

    May 15, 2014 at 9:06 am

    Helli! I loved this idea! But I would need to prepare the smoothie at 7 am and my kid would drink it at around 3 pm. Do you think it could go bad??

    Reply
    • MOMables

      May 18, 2014 at 10:12 pm

      I do this all the time. the key is to freeze your container and keep it out of the sun for prolonged storage. Most containers will tell you the time they keep the drink cold

      Reply
  4. K LeGallais

    May 15, 2014 at 7:40 am

    What I do is make the smoothie the night/day before, divide it up into freeze able cups with lids and put in freezer. In the morning I take one out and put it in his lunch…. By the time lunch rolls around it’s the perfect consistency. Works great!

    Reply
  5. Billy

    March 17, 2014 at 8:03 pm

    I LOVE THIS IDEA!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! <3 WHOEVAH THOUGHT OF THIS,

    HUGS AND KISSES (SMOOOOOOOOOOOOOOTCH)

    XOXOXOXOX

    SUSIE

    Reply
    • MOMables

      March 19, 2014 at 12:47 pm

      So glad you liked it!

      Reply
  6. Tracy Hofmann

    August 10, 2013 at 8:19 am

    Hi. What size thermos is that? Just wondering what would fit in the lunch pack.
    Thanks!

    Reply
    • MOMables

      August 10, 2013 at 2:45 pm

      That is a thermos funtainer. check them out here.

      Reply
  7. Simone Williams

    June 10, 2013 at 9:15 pm

    I love the idea of packing the smoothie for lunch. My teenage daughter doesn’t want to eat much for lunch (or breakfast for that matter) but she loves smoothies. I will definitely try this when school starts. What brand Thermos is that? I’m always afraid they will leak.

    Reply
    • MOMables

      June 12, 2013 at 10:18 pm

      Simone, check out our Amazon Store. I use the thermos brand. they also have a bigger adult thermos.

      Reply
  8. Sally

    December 01, 2012 at 9:46 am

    I never would have thought to pack a smoothie for lunch. Love this!

    Reply
    • Laura

      December 02, 2012 at 9:52 pm

      let us know what your kid’s favorite smoothie is! :)

      Reply
      • Kate

        April 24, 2015 at 3:53 pm

        Green Smoothie! Spinach, baby carrot, peaches, strawberries, and apple juice. The spinach makes it green and has vitamin k, and tastes great because of the fruit!

        Reply

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