Ingredients:

  • 1.5 cups frozen mixed berries (blueberries, raspberries, blackberries)
  • 0.5 frozen banana, sliced
  • 0.5 cup plain nonfat Greek yogurt
  • 0.25 cup unsweetened almond milk
  • 1 tbsp chia seeds
  • 0.5 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions:

  1. Pour 0.25 cup unsweetened almond milk into the bottom of the blender. Note: Liquid must always hit the blades first to create a vortex.
  2. Add 0.5 cup plain nonfat Greek yogurt on top of the milk.
  3. Drop in 0.5 tsp vanilla extract.
  4. Add 1 tbsp chia seeds. Note: This ensures they are fully hydrated by the liquid at the bottom.
  5. Layer the 0.5 frozen banana slices over the yogurt.
  6. Top with 1.5 cups frozen mixed berries until the jar looks frosty and full.
  7. Start the blender on the lowest speed.
  8. Increase speed slowly while using a tamper to push the frozen fruit into the blades until you hear a deep, rhythmic hum.
  9. Blend for only 45-60 seconds total until the mixture forms four distinct peaks (the vortex).
  10. Transfer immediately to a chilled bowl.