Sweet, slightly tart, and subtly spiced, this Blackberry Smoothie is a refreshing way to jumpstart your mornings or nourish your body with a healthy afternoon snack.

Blackberry Cinnamon Smoothies in a glass

The endless versatility and ease of smoothies will never cease to bring me joy.

A classic Strawberry Smoothie is always a welcome favorite.
Trendy concoctions, like this Turmeric Smoothie, offer inspiration.
And a Cleansing Apple Avocado Smoothie fuels your body with a boost of extra nutrition.

My latest obsession?

Thick and creamy blackberry smoothies that offer a wonderfully familiar and satisfying berry flavor with the unexpected warmth of cinnamon.

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“It’s delicious! I’m having this smoothie right now!”

— Christine —

How to Make a Blackberry Smoothie

Tart apple, moody blackberries, smooth vanilla, and earthy cinnamon offer a perfectly balanced smoothie that is naturally sweetened with dates.

The Ingredients

Blackberries. With vitamin C, fiber, Vitamin K, manganese, and more, blackberries are plump little jewels of nutritional splendor.
Apple. Choose a tart, firm apple (like Honeycrisp or Granny Smith) for best results and flavor (apple lovers should also try this Apple Smoothie).

TIP!

No need to peel! Leave the peel on your apple. It gives the smoothie a little added texture and sneaks in extra fiber and antioxidants.

Dates. My secret ingredient that naturally sweetens the smoothie just enough to offset (but not outshine) the tartness of the blackberries and apple.
Frozen Banana. Your one-way ticket to an ultra-thick and creamy smoothie.
Yogurt. Adds a little tang and creaminess.

Ingredient Note

Use your favorite flavor and variety of yogurt to make this recipe your own. Personally, I enjoy using nonfat Greek vanilla yogurt.

two glasses of blackberry smoothies with cinnamon

Milk. My favorite milk for smoothies (like this Carrot Smoothie) is unsweetened vanilla almond milk because it’s low in fat, low in sugar, but never short on creaminess.

Substitution Tip

You may also use cow’s milk in this recipe or any kind of milk you like to keep on hand in your fridge.

Cinnamon. Warmly spices the blackberry smoothie and is believed to improve blood pressure, help manage blood sugar, and support digestive health. It makes this smoothie extra special.
Vanilla. Marries perfectly with the sweet dates. Be sure to use the real stuff.
Flaxseed Meal. Packs in additional fiber PLUS omega-3 fatty acids. Added bonus? Flaxseed offers a helping hand to the banana to thicken these blackberry cinnamon smoothies (and this Blueberry Spinach Smoothie recipe) to the perfect consistency.

The Directions

ingredients for blackberry smoothie like an apple and banana

Gather the ingredients.

ingredients for a cinnamon blackberry smoothie with greek yogurt in a blender

Add them to a blender.

TIP!

If you do not have a high-powered blender, I recommend cutting the dates into quarters with a sharp knife before adding them to your blender.

a thick, healthy blackberry smoothie in a blender

Puree until smooth. ENJOY!

Dietary Note

For a vegan blackberry smoothie, opt for your favorite non-dairy milk and yogurt.

Storage Tips

To Store. Store in an airtight jar in the refrigerator (the less air, then better!) for up to 1 day. Stir or shake the jar to recombine, then enjoy.

simple blackberry smoothie being poured into a glass

What to Serve with a Blackberry Cinnamon Smoothie

Muffins

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8 hrs 10 mins

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Recommended Tools to Make this Recipe

High-Powered Blender. If you enjoy making smoothies regularly, a high-quality blender is well worth the investment.
Standard Blender. If a spendy blender isn’t in the cards, this affordable option was a loyal, trusted friend in my kitchen for many years.
Glassware. This fun glassware will make any beverage you pour that much more enjoyable to sip.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Do Dates Need to Be Cut Up Before Blending?

As long as you are using a high-powered blender and pitted dates, your blender should be able to handle the job without any issues. However, if you If want to be 100% safe, I would suggest cutting the dates into fourths before adding them to your blender.

Can I Use Fresh Instead of Frozen Banana?

Technically, yes. Your smoothie will not turn out as thick, creamy, or cold as it would if you used frozen banana but it will still taste yummy.

Can I Use Whole Flaxseed Instead of Flaxseed Meal?

I have not made this smoothie with whole flaxseeds, however, I imagine it could be done. You may want to consider grinding the flaxseeds first (using your blender or a coffee grinder) before blending with the rest of the ingredients. Ground flaxseed is easier to digest and your body can absorb the nutrients better than it can from whole flaxseeds.

Blackberry Smoothie

Healthy blackberry smoothie naturally sweetened with dates and thickened with banana and Greek yogurt, plus cinnamon. Fast. Easy. Thick.

Course Breakfast

Cuisine American

Prep Time 5 minutes

Cook Time 0 minutes

Total Time 5 minutes

Servings smoothies

Calories 235kcal

Author Erin Clarke / Well Plated

Ingredients

1 banana sliced and frozen
1 cup frozen blackberries
1 small apple diced (do not peel)
1 cup unsweetened vanilla almond milk or milk of your choice
1/2 cup vanilla yogurt (I use non-fat Greek)
2 dried dates pitted
1 tablespoon ground flaxseed meal
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

Instructions

Gather, chop, and prep the smoothie ingredients
Add the banana, blackberries, and apple to a blender; top with milk. Add yogurt, dates, flaxseed, cinnamon, and vanilla.
Puree until smooth. Serve immediately.

Notes

TO STORE: Store in an airtight jar in the refrigerator (the less air, then better!) for up to 1 day. Stir or shake the jar to recombine, then enjoy.
FOR VEGAN/DAIRY-FREE: Use your favorite non-dairy yogurt in place of Greek yogurt.
TIP: If you do not have a high-powered blender, I recommend cutting the dates into quarters with a sharp knife before adding them to your blender.