Learn how to meal-prep smoothies and store leftovers so you can reduce the work you need to do in the moment and waste less of what you make. I have three methods for you that work really well to make the most of your smoothies.
We love having smoothies in the morning (or really any time) since they are a favorite way to pack a lot of nutrition and flavor into one food. But sometimes, it can feel a little daunting to get them together in the morning—when there’s so much going on and we wake up tired from being up with the kids.
The good news is that there are a few easy ways to prep smoothies ahead of time to help you serve them often with a little less work.
The best way to prep an entire week of smoothies is to blend a batch of about 7-10 smoothies worth. You’ll probably need to blend half at a time. Then freeze the smoothies in either ice trays or jars. For variety, spend a few more minutes making 2-4 flavors so you have options throughout the week.
How to Meal-Prep Smoothies
You can actually make your smoothie entirely ahead of time whenever you have the energy. Just stash in the freezer for future days.
- Make your smoothie.
- Pour into an ice cube tray.
- Freeze.
- When ready to serve your smoothie, add about 6 cubes and ½ cup additional milk or liquid of choice to a blender. Blend and serve.
How to Meal-Prep Smoothie Packs
Another option for making smoothies ahead is to make what are known as “smoothie packs.” This method has you assemble the ingredients except the liquid into a bag or container and store it until you’re ready to blend.
- Measure out all of the ingredients for your smoothie except any liquid (or yogurt) into a reusable storage bag or small container. Make sure the bag or container is freezer-safe.
- Store in the freezer for up to 3 months.
- When ready to make the smoothie, pour the contents of one pack into the blender and add the liquid.
- Blend and serve.
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FAQ
Is it possible to meal prep smoothies?
Is it OK to make smoothies ahead of time?
How long can a smoothie last in the fridge?
Can I blend a smoothie and drink it later?
Can you meal prep smoothies?
These methods let you meal prep smoothies in their entirety, but if you’re interested in just prepping part, you can also try my Smoothie Booster Packs, which are a lot more flexible—you can add them to almost any smoothie to boost the nutrition!
What is a good protein powder to use in a smoothie?
The proteins with the best nutritional value are whey protein, meat protein, and mixed vegetable proteins such as pea and rice (most brands already sell the mix). But the whey protein has the least residual taste, being more pleasant to the palate.
Can you make meal prep smoothies with frozen fruits?
Use frozen fruits when making meal prep smoothies to drink so you don’t need to add ice to the blender. It blends up more creamy this way. For more satisfying meal prep smoothies, add in a source of protein and healthy fat so you are getting in all of the macronutrients.
Should you batch your smoothies?
So, it’s no surprise that batching your smoothies has the same effect. To make your smoothie routine as seamless as possible, choose a single recipe and stock up on the ingredients you need to make that recipe for an entire week. Don’t worry about shelf life, since you’ll ultimately be freezing everything.