DIY Smoothie Freezer Packs (And 3 Easy Smoothie Recipes) (2024)

FAQs

Can you make smoothies and then freeze them? ›

Scoop your smoothie out into one or more airtight containers for safe keeping. Don't let other odors in your freezer seep in and ruin your smoothie. Consider vacuum sealing for maximum protection. Once your smoothie is sealed, it's ready to be stored in your freezer for a few days or weeks.

Freeze them in a mason jar.

For each of the recipes below, I recommend using 4 pint-sized jars for storing the smoothie packs, which you can then use for drinking the smoothies. Tightly seal and set in the freezer until ready to use.

I don't like my smoothies runny and watery, so I freeze liquids as well. You can go 2 routes here; first freeze liquids (like coconut water, yogurt, citrus juice etc) in an ice cube tray. When they are solid, I add them to the freezer bag filled with fruits and veggies.

To summarize smoothie shelf life: Smoothies last up to 3 months and retain quality when frozen at 0°F or below.

Yep, frozen fruits are the best for blending into smoothies. Now, take a peek at some of the best fruits to use in a smoothie: Blackberries. Raspberries.

Cut up chunks of peaches, plums, nectarines, strawberries, cherries, and apricots, and then spread them out on a tray and freeze them until firm. Store in a plastic bag until you're ready to use them. You can freeze blueberries and raspberries whole. Frozen fruit will help keep your smoothies thick and frosty.

Simply blend the ingredients of your favorite healthy smoothie recipes and pour into a small, freezer-safe container or jar. If you plan on using a mason jar or glass container, make sure to leave a couple inches at the top so the mixture has room to expand without breaking the glass.

Jars with tapered sides or straight sides are freezer safe; shouldered jars are not.

Combine 2 cups (500 mL) fresh chopped fruits in a Ziploc^® brand freezer bag, label and store in the freezer. 3. In a blender, combine 1 bag of frozen ingredients with 1 cup (250 mL) of your choice flavor of yogurt and blend until smooth.

Can you freeze yogurt for smoothie packs? ›

You can freeze yogurt, including Greek yogurt, and it's a great way to save money and make creamy, frothy smoothies in no time!

Secret #2: Fruits and veggies that do exceptionally well frozen whole: Berries (raspberries, strawberries, blueberries, blackberries, currants, cranberries, etc.), bananas, chili peppers, beans, asparagus, tomatoes, and corn.

The Don'ts of Making Smoothies:

Don't add lots of fruit juice to your smoothies. Choose to use fresh fruit instead as to not add any more artificial sugars! Do not toss in unwashed fruits!

If you're looking to cut calories and sugar from your diet, water is the perfect choice for liquid for smoothies. Not only is it calorie-free and sugar-free, but it's also money-free!

Adding the liquid first is important for a couple of reasons. The liquid acts as a solvent, dissolving any powders (hello protein powder) you might want to add. And when you turn the blender on, the liquid will whiz through the blades quickly and easily, drawing down other ingredients to be chopped up.

Therefore, you'll want to limit your storage timeframes. Try to only store refrigerated smoothies for up to 48 hours, lunchbox smoothies for up to 5 hours, and frozen smoothies for up to 7 days to ensure optimal nutrient absorption once you slurp down your blended treat.

How many days can I store my smoothie in the fridge? Homemade smoothies last up to 1-2 days in the fridge. While smoothies are best enjoyed fresh ASAP, they'll last for 24-48 hours if they're kept inside a clean, airtight container. If you have dairy in your smoothie, it's more likely to last just 1 day.

Plan for defrosting time — if you want to enjoy the smoothie first thing, then let it defrost in the refrigerator overnight. If you'll be taking it to work, I find it thaws out pretty quickly if you leave it on your desk for awhile. Once defrosted, just stir and enjoy.