Carrageenan 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 you want without relying on any store-bought dairy products that commonly sneak in thickeners and stabilizers — a real concern for anyone navigating carrageenan in their diet. Plain lactose-free yogurt steps in as the creamy base, and since you're blending everything yourself, you stay in full control of what goes into the glass. A drizzle of maple syrup adds just enough sweetness to let the orange and cinnamon shine without overpowering them. The trick of pouring sparkling water down the side of the glass at the end keeps those bubbles alive, giving every sip a light, effervescent lift that sets this apart from a standard smoothie. It comes together in under a minute of blending, making it just as practical as it is impressive. Garnish with a cinnamon dusting and an orange slice and it looks like something you'd order at a brunch spot.
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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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