Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup Strong Brewed Rooibos Tea (cooled completely)
- 1.5 cups Frozen Raspberries
- 1/2 cup Plain Greek Yogurt
- 1/2 medium Banana (fresh or frozen)
- 1 tablespoon Honey or Maple Syrup
- 1/4 cup Unsweetened Almond Milk (or water)
- 1/2 teaspoon Vanilla Bean Paste
Instructions
- Step 1: Brew the Rooibos tea using 2 teabags in 1 cup of hot water; allow it to steep for 5-7 minutes to achieve a strong flavor, then remove the teabags and chill the tea in the refrigerator until completely cold.
- Step 2: Pour the cooled Rooibos tea into a high-powered blender, followed by the Greek yogurt, banana, honey, and alcohol-free vanilla extract.
- Step 3: Add the frozen raspberries and the almond milk to the blender jar, ensuring the frozen fruit is placed last.
- Step 4: Secure the lid and begin blending on a low speed, gradually increasing to high until the mixture is smooth and thick, stopping occasionally to scrape down the sides of the blender jar if needed.
- Step 5: Taste the smoothie and adjust sweetness if desired. If the consistency is too thick, add a small splash of additional almond milk or water until the desired drinkable texture is reached, then pour into a glass and serve immediately.
Notes
- If you have leftovers, pour the smoothie into an airtight jar and refrigerate immediately, but note that separation may occur; for best results, stir vigorously before consuming within 12 hours.
- Since this is a chilled beverage, reheating is not recommended; if the smoothie melts too much, simply blend it again briefly with a few ice cubes or a splash of frozen fruit to restore the ideal icy thickness.
- For an elevated presentation, drizzle a teaspoon of honey around the rim of the glass before pouring, then garnish with a few fresh raspberries and a dusting of cinnamon.
- To guarantee the rooibos flavor really shines through the yogurt and fruit, brew the tea using an extra teabag and always ensure it is bone-cold before blending.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American