20 Bikini-Friendly Sweet Smoothies
While we certainly love the occasional ice cream cone or froyo, lightening things up and blending your own healthy treat at home revamps the nostalgic tradition — it is bathing suit season after all! In honor of the warmer weather and dessert lovers everywhere, here are some tasty sweet smoothie recipes for you to enjoy. Photos: Lizzie Fuhr, Jenny Sugar, and Oh She Glows
Vegan Chocolate Shake
Brendan Brazier's classic vegan chocolate shake would make an amazing post-workout snack. If you like things a little thicker in the smoothie department, be sure to toss in a little extra avocado. Photo: Anna Monette Roberts
Mint Chocolate Chip Smoothie
Mint chocolate chip ice cream may have been your order in the past, but this dairy-free and fresh mint chocolate chip smoothie will have you singing a new healthy tune. Photo: Anna Monette Roberts
Pretty Protein Milkshake
Think that a protein milkshake is too good to be true? Guess again! Using cottage cheese or Greek yogurt as your base will help you keep the consistency frothy — just the way you like. Source: Dashing Dish
Creamsicle-Inspired Smoothie
Missing the old-school ice cream trucks in your neighborhood? Bring a Summer classic to your table at home in this healthy orange creamsicle smoothie recipe. Source: For the Love of Fiber
Chocolate Strawberry Banana Smoothie
Chocolate soy milk, peanut butter, and Greek yogurt set the foundation for this chocolate strawberry banana smoothie. Throwing in the banana and strawberries brings a tropical Summer vibe to the table. Photo: Jenny Sugar
Key Lime Pie With Protein
Key lime pie is a Summer classic. Bringing these flavors into a key lime pie protein smoothie is a sweet and delicious way to kick off a day. Source: Peanut Butter Fingers
Cookie Dough Blizzard
I can't get over how delicious this chocolate chip cookie dough blizzard looks. Create the healthy "cookie dough" balls in advance to make this amazing Summer treat. Source: Oh She Glows
Banana Muffin Smoothie
Banana bread and banana nut muffins are delicious treats good any time of the year. The flavors are reinvented into this tasty-looking banana muffin smoothie from Healthful Pursuit. Source: Healthful Pursuit
Fig and Honey Smoothie
If figs are available near you, then start the morning with this fig, honey, and yogurt smoothie. It blends dessert-like flavors into a creamy, quick meal that satisfies taste buds. Photo: Leta Shy
Tropical Piña Colada Smoothie
Leave prepackaged oh-so-sweet mixes for the amateurs, and blend up a fresh colada-inspired smoothie that cuts out 102 calories from the traditional recipe, nearly half the sugar content, all while maintaining the sweet tropical flavors you crave. Photo: Lizzie Fuhr
Chocolate Spinach Smoothie
Chocolate and spinach may not seem compatible, but they're a match made in smoothie heaven. With high levels of vitamins A and C, calcium, and iron, it's time to try this green-powered sweet smoothie. Photo: Lizzie Fuhr
Chocolate Coconut Water Smoothie
This refreshing three-ingredient coconut water smoothie creation plays up the chocolate flavor of the Zico, but it's thickened up by a frozen banana and raw hemp seeds. This hydrating smoothie will help you beat the Summer heat. Photo: Lizzie Fuhr
Chocolate Banana Cashew Smoothie
This creamy chocolate smoothie eases sugary cravings and PMS symptoms with a number of healthy ingredients like Greek yogurt, cashews, and avocado. Photo: Jenny Sugar
Strawberry Lemonade Smoothie
Trick your taste buds with this sweet yet detoxifying strawberry lemonade smoothie. Lemon helps the body cleanse, while strawberries provide a big boost of vitamin C. Photo: Leta Shy
Cinnamon Bun Smoothie
One large cinnamon roll from the mall weighs in at 800 calories. If you're craving those flavors, then blend up this fiber- and fruit-filled frothy cinnamon bun smoothie that's less than a quarter of the calories instead. Photo: Lizzie Fuhr
Katy Perry's PB&J Smoothie
If you're a fan of peanut butter and jelly sammies, you'll love this smoothie from Harley Pasternak. Even superstar Katy Perry is a fan of this tasty blend!
Banana Bread Smoothie
Clocking in at over 34 grams of protein per serving, this tasty beverage will regulate your appetite, keeping you full and satisfied all morning long. Chopped walnuts are tossed into the mix for their nutty flavor and anti-inflammatory benefits, while the addition of metabolism-boosting cinnamon ties the smoothie together for dessert-inspired perfection. Photo: Lizzie Fuhr
Vegan Vanilla Milkshake
This vanilla "milkshake" smoothie requires just four ingredients and offers more than 17 grams of protein — no powders required! Photo: Jenny Sugar
Sweet Postrun Smoothie
After a long run, refueling your muscles and replenishing lost nutrients is essential. Instead of grabbing a sports drink, sip on this satisfying fruit-filled chocolate banana berry smoothie where chocolate milk, banana, Greek yogurt, and a bunch of Summer berries come together for a tasty treat. Photo: Jenny Sugar
Carrot Cake Protein Smoothie
Craving a slice of moist and luscious carot cake? Opt for this carrot-cake-inspired smoothie instead; it's under 300 calories, offers 19 grams of protein, and has almost 10 grams of fiber. Photo: Jenny Sugar