Cloudberry Oat Smoothie
Why this recipe works
- Fast breakfast: Everything is blended cold, making this a practical breakfast or snack in about 10 minutes.
- Thick, creamy texture: Blending the oats with water first helps them break down finely before the fruit and yoghurt are added.
- Balanced tartness: Cloudberries bring a bright, tangy flavour, while banana, yoghurt and honey round it out.
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Ingredient notes
- Fresh or frozen cloudberries: Frozen cloudberries help keep the smoothie colder and thicker; fresh berries give a slightly lighter texture.
- Yoghurt choice: Skyr-style yoghurt gives the smoothie a dense, tangy body. Greek yoghurt works well if skyr is unavailable.
- Blend the oats first: Breaking down the oats before adding the fruit prevents a gritty texture and helps the smoothie feel more silky.
Timing notes
- Serve straight away: The smoothie has its best texture immediately after blending, while it is cold, thick and fully aerated.
- Keep ingredients cold: Cold water and chilled or frozen fruit help preserve the thick, refreshing texture without adding ice.
Texture tips
- For a looser smoothie: Add a little more cold water gradually and blend briefly until the texture is pourable.
- For a silkier finish: Blend until the cloudberry seeds and oats are as fine as your blender can manage, scraping down the sides if needed.
Ingredient swaps
- Swap the honey: Maple syrup can be used instead of honey for a softer, rounder sweetness.
- Make it dairy-free: Use a thick dairy-free yoghurt alternative, ideally one with a tangy flavour to keep the balance close to skyr.
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Instructions
- Add the rolled oats and water to a blender and blend for 20 to 30 seconds until the oats are finely broken down. This helps the smoothie turn thick and silky.
- Add the banana, cloudberries, yogurt and honey. Blend for 45 to 60 seconds until completely smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides if needed.
- Taste and adjust the texture with a splash more water if you want it looser, then blend briefly again. Pour into glasses and serve straight away, cold.
Recipe notes
Tips
- For the thickest texture, use frozen cloudberries and keep the water very cold.
- If the smoothie stalls in the blender, stop and stir, then add a little more water and blend again until smooth.
Substitutions
- Replace Yogurt with Greek yogurt for an even thicker, tangier smoothie.
- Replace Honey with maple syrup for a different, gentler sweetness.
Storage
- Refrigerate up to 1 days
- Best served immediately. If needed, refrigerate in a sealed container and re-blend or shake well before serving, adding a little water to loosen.
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Recipe overview
- Servings: 2 glasses
- Total time: 10min (10min active)
- Difficulty: Easy
- Cuisine: Nordic
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Allergens:
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