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Published on June 19, 2025

Healthy Recipe: Orange Creamsicle SmoothieHealthy Recipe: Orange Creamsicle Smoothie

Whip up a healthy orange creamsicle smoothie with just a few simple ingredients—and it tastes just like your favorite summer treat, but without the guilt!

Ingredients

  • 1 frozen banana

  • 1 orange, peeled and segmented

  • 1/2 cup fresh orange juice

  • 1 teaspoon orange zest

  • 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt

  • 1/4 cup whole milk

  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

  • 1–2 teaspoons honey or maple syrup (optional)

  • 1/2 cup ice cubes (optional)

Directions

1. Blend the ingredients. Toss everything into a high-powered blender and blend until smooth. If you like, add ice cubes for extra thickness.

2. Sweeten to taste. Adjust the sweetness with honey or maple syrup as you prefer.

3. Serve and enjoy. Pour the smoothie into glasses and savor it right away!

Recipe adapted from Orange Creamsicle Smoothie - Insanely Good

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