Cranberry Vanilla Smoothie

Aug 31, 2026 · By VanillaGoods

Drinks Drinks beverages Vanilla: Extract Easy

A refreshing smoothie blending tart cranberries with creamy milk and pure vanilla extract, balanced by a touch of fine sea salt for enhanced flavor.

Prep 7 min

Cook —

Total 7 min

Servings 1

Diet —

Ingredients

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servings

¾ cup (180.0 ml)milk
¾ cup (110.0 g)frozen cranberries
1.0 tsp (5.0 ml)pure vanilla extract
½ cup (120.0 ml)ice cubes
1.0pinch fine sea salt

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Instructions

Add the milk to a high-speed blender first.
Add the frozen cranberries and pure vanilla extract.
Add the ice cubes and pinch of fine sea salt.
Blend on low for 10 seconds, then increase to high and blend for 35–50 seconds, until completely smooth.
Check consistency. Blend in 1–2 tablespoons additional milk if too thick, or a few extra ice cubes or frozen cranberries if too thin.
Pour into a 16-ounce glass and serve immediately.

Tips

Use cold milk to keep the smoothie chilled without watering it down. For a creamier texture, substitute milk with almond milk or yogurt.

Recipe FAQ

How long does it take to make cranberry vanilla smoothie?

Plan on 7 minutes of prep. The recipe makes 1 serving.

Can I make cranberry vanilla smoothie ahead?

Best fresh. Refrigerate leftovers in a sealed jar for up to 24 hours and shake or re-blend before drinking.

Can I use a different form of vanilla?

Yes. This recipe uses 1 teaspoon of pure vanilla extract. You can swap in the seeds of 1/2 vanilla bean, 1 teaspoon of vanilla bean paste, or 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla powder instead.

A refreshing smoothie blending tart cranberries with creamy milk and pure vanilla extract, balanced by a touch of fine sea salt for enhanced flavor.

Estimated · per serving

Nutrition

Per serving = 1 of 1 serving this recipe makes.

176 Calories / serving

6.2g Fat

22.7g Carbs

6.5g Protein

14.4g Sugar

Whole recipe (1 serving): ~176 cal · 6g fat · 23g carbs · 7g protein · 14g sugar

Estimated values per serving, calculated from standard ingredient data. Not verified Nutrition Facts; actual values vary with brands, measurements, and preparation.

Per serving · 176 calories

What it takes to burn one serving

Brisk walking 33 min·1.9 mi·~3850 steps
Walking uphill or incline treadmill 24 min·1.2 mi·~2400 steps
Moderate cycling 18 min·3.6 mi
Swimming laps 25 min
Jogging 17 min·1.4 mi·~2700 steps
Stair climbing 16 min·~1450 steps
Dancing 29 min
Bodyweight circuit training 18 min
Cleaning, errands, or playing with the dog 41 min

Rough estimates for one serving, based on standard MET values at about 155 lb. Your own burn depends on body size, effort, and fitness. Shown for context only — food is not something you have to earn.

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