Artificial Flavors Free Sparkling Orange Cinnamon Smoothie
Bright citrus, warm spice, and a fizzy finish make this smoothie feel like something you'd order at a fancy brunch spot — except you made it at home in under a minute. Every bit of flavor here comes from real ingredients: fresh orange segments, a frozen banana for that creamy, thick texture, and ground cinnamon that adds genuine warmth without any synthetic shortcuts. Maple syrup brings just enough sweetness to round everything out, and the chilled sparkling water stirred in at the end gives the whole drink a playful, effervescent lift. It's a smart move for anyone who's tired of scanning ingredient labels on store-bought smoothie mixes and protein powders for mystery "natural and artificial flavors." The lactose-free yogurt keeps things creamy and accessible without compromising the clean ingredient list. Serve it immediately so the bubbles stay lively, and don't skip that pinch of cinnamon on top — it makes the first sip smell absolutely incredible.
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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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