Blue Maple Smoothie (Blueberry with Maple Syrup)
The Blue Maple smoothie is a deep purple-blue blueberry drink with a warm hint of cinnamon and the woodsy note of maple syrup. Yogurt lends a light tang and creaminess, while milk makes the texture easy to sip.
The pairing of blueberries and maple syrup is a hallmark of North American cooking, where both ingredients are local icons. The cinnamon here adds that same warm “autumn” spice, which works surprisingly well with the cool berry.
Helpful Pointers
Set aside some of the berries whole for garnish skewers, as they offer a pleasant textural contrast to the smooth smoothie. You can swap the maple syrup for honey, but it’s the maple that gives the signature smoky-caramel flavor the drink is named for. With fresh blueberries, add a few ice cubes so the drink comes out as cold and thick as it would with frozen.
Serve right away, well chilled. Add the cinnamon to taste, since it’s easy to overdo and will start to dominate the delicate berry background.
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Ingredients
Instructions
Blend 250 g of the blueberries together with the yogurt, milk, cinnamon, and maple syrup.
Thread the remaining berries onto two skewers.
Pour into glasses and garnish with the berry skewers.
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