Almond Free Sparkling Orange Cinnamon Smoothie
Bright citrus, warm spice, and a fizzy finish make this smoothie feel more like a special occasion drink than your average morning blend. The frozen banana gives it that thick, creamy texture without any nut-based milks or butters in sight, so you can sip freely without scanning labels for hidden almond ingredients. Lactose-free yogurt keeps things smooth and tangy while staying completely tree-nut free, and the maple syrup adds just enough natural sweetness to let the orange really shine. The trick of pouring sparkling water down the side of the glass is a small step that makes a big difference — you get those lively bubbles in every sip instead of a flat finish. A dusting of cinnamon on top pulls the whole thing together and makes it look genuinely impressive for something that comes together in under a minute of blending. Serve it immediately while the bubbles are still dancing and the ice is perfectly chilled.
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2 servings
- 1 medium orange, peeled and segmented (about ¾ cup segments)
- 1 medium ripe banana, sliced and frozen
- ½ cup plain lactose-free yogurt
- ½ tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tbsp maple syrup
- ½ cup sparkling water, chilled
- ½ cup ice cubes
For serving
- 1 orange slice, for garnish (optional)
- 1 pinch ground cinnamon, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Add the orange segments, frozen banana, yogurt, ground cinnamon, maple syrup, and ice to a blender. Blend on high until completely smooth, about 30–45 seconds.
- 2
Pour the blended mixture into two glasses, filling each about two-thirds full. Slowly pour the chilled sparkling water down the side of each glass, dividing it evenly, and stir gently once to combine without deflating the bubbles.
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