Keto Smoothie
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This keto smoothie is thick and creamy, with fresh strawberry flavor in every sip. Made with 3 ingredients and only 2 grams of net carbs per serving!
Few things get me out of bed faster than the promise of a light and refreshing strawberry smoothie.
My keto smoothie recipe uses strawberries (my favorite low-carb fruit!) and transforms it into a creamy smoothie. It has the texture and flavor of soft-serve ice cream, but like guilt-free ice cream, that’s actually good for you!
The trick I found to making a low-carb smoothie taste good is to add something that adds richness. After testing nut butters (too overpowering), coconut oil (greasy), and all heavy cream (way too rich), I found the answer in one of my favorite keto sweets: keto condensed milk. It adds a subtle richness and sweetness, which complements the strawberry-flavored milk.
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Why I love this keto strawberry smoothie
- Made with 3 ingredients. Not including the ice, all you need is milk, condensed milk (or yogurt), and strawberries!
- Naturally sweetened. There are no bananas, no syrups, no sweeteners, nada. All the sweetness comes naturally from the strawberries.
- Easy to customize. I’ve made this smoothie a million different ways, and as long as you get the proper ratio of ingredients, it’s guaranteed to taste divine. I’ll include a bunch of options below.
- A healthy treat. Strawberries are naturally high in fiber and antioxidants while being low in carbs and calories. It’s a win-win!
★★★★★ REVIEW
“This smoothie recipe is AMAZING and so simple to make. My husband and I LOVE it. I made the keto condensed milk, and I think that’s the game-changer. Thanks so much for sharing.” – Rita
Key Ingredients
The complete list with measurements is in the recipe card below.
- Milk. I use unsweetened almond milk or coconut milk, but any keto milk will work.
- Keto condensed milk. Just a little bit for extra richness, sweetness, AND thickness. I used sugar free condensed milk. You can also use full-fat Greek yogurt. If you do the yogurt route, I do recommend adding a pinch of allulose for sweetness.
- Ice. Crushed ice gives the smoothie thickness and bulk without added carbs or calories!
- Strawberries. Since we’re adding ice, you can use fresh or frozen strawberries.
How to make a keto smoothie
Step 1- Blend. In a high-speed blender, add the milk, condensed milk, and ice cubes. Blend until combined, then add the strawberries and blend until smooth.
Step 2- Serve. Pour the mixture into four glasses and enjoy.
Arman’s recipe tips
- Make it even creamier. While I personally didn’t love it, you can swap the milk for heavy cream or canned unsweetened coconut milk.
- Bulk it up. Add a scoop of your favorite vanilla protein powder. I like using Optimum Nutrition vanilla, which has less than a gram of net carbs per scoop.
- Add a touch of sweetness. I know I said this smoothie doesn’t NEED sweetener, but that doesn’t mean you can’t add it because you want to. Give the smoothie a taste and add a little allulose, monk fruit, or keto maple syrup, if you think it’s needed.
- Add some healthy fats, like avocado, chia seeds, flax seeds, or MCT oil.
Flavor variations
Here are some other fun low-carb smoothie flavors to try:
- Mixed berry. Swap the strawberries for a combination of strawberries, blueberries, and raspberries.
- Chocolate. Add 2-3 tablespoons of unsweetened cocoa powder.
- Spinach. Add 1-2 cups of baby spinach leaves, 1-2 tablespoons of cocoa powder, and a few sprigs of fresh mint leaves.
- Strawberry cheesecake. Add 2 tablespoons of softened cream cheese and swap the milk for heavy cream.
- Strawberry almond butter. Add 2 tablespoons of almond butter (or any nut butter you like).
✅ Nutrition reviewed
“This is a unique keto smoothie recipe. It doesn’t rely on nut or seed butters, which keeps things light and thick. It’s naturally thick and creamy, with minimal impact on blood sugar levels.” – Felicia Newell, MScAHN, RD, CPT.
Keto Smoothie
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup milk of choice
- 2 tablespoons sugar free condensed milk can use Greek yogurt
- 1/2 cup ice crushed
- 1/4 cup strawberries frozen
Instructions
- In a high speed blender, add your milk, condensed milk (or Greek yogurt), and ice, and blend until combined. Add the strawberries and blend until the desired texture is achieved.
- Pour the smoothie into a glass and enjoy it immediately.
Notes
- TO STORE: While the strawberry smoothie is best enjoyed fresh, you can refrigerate it for up to 24 hours. Any longer and you’ll find the smoothie starts to separate.
- TO FREEZE: The smoothie cannot be frozen in its entirety. Instead, pour the smoothie mixture into an ice cube tray and freeze. When ready to enjoy, break out the smoothie cubes and blend until thick and smooth. Frozen smoothie cubes can be stored in the freezer for up to 6 months.
excellent…. can’t wait to make it
Please do, Rochelle- it’s such a thick and creamy smoothie!
On your recipes’ it always has 1 serving for the serving size. How much is 1 serving? Is 1 serving the total of the finished product?
EVG- I’m so sorry, please ignore the four cups, we adapted the recipe to be one single serving.
This is one of my go-to keto breakfast recipes, because it actually tastes good and not artificial.
Hi Annette- I appreciate your lovely review and kind words. Yes, that does happen with many keto smoothies where it lacks sweetness, thickness, or all-around texture!
Such a delicious and filling smoothie. I look forward to trying some of the other flavors 🙂
Thanks, Nathan! Yes, please do!
This turned out sensational and kept me full all morning!
Love to hear that, Robin- thanks for taking the time to leave a lovely review and star rating!
Receipt cards please. Im new to making smoothies that are Keto frienhly.
Wait now I dont understand. Isnt it that keto people dont eat fruits as they contain sugars? Hm
OMG, some fruits like strawberries are low carb, fruits like oranges are a no no.
I need to start meaking smoothies. I have smoothie maker but never make smoothie haha.
Great recipe, used my ninja cream and it turned out delicious.
Aren’t all fruits non-Keto due to their high level of carbs?
Berries have low net carbs 🙂
Is on keto fruits allowed? Didnt know.
Absolutely delicious!
The only downside is I can’t drink just one!
Wow thank you for this recipe! I will try this! 😍
What is the serving size?
Two per recipe!
Can fresh strawberries be used instead of frozen
Sure thing 🙂
This smoothie recipe AMAZING and so simple to make. My husband and I LOVE it. I made the keto condensed milk and I think that’s the game changer. Thanks so much for sharing.
You are so welcome, Rita!
Can I use alvacado instead of condensed milk
Haven’t tried, feel free to experiment and see
I used full fat Greek yogurt and vanilla almond milk with this smoothie. I also threw in some leftover avocado slices. Smoothie is very creamy. Flavor is good. Thinking of trying it with the sugar free condensed milk in the future.
I’m adding this to my weekly recipes. Next time I will try adding in more strawberries and omitting the ice to get more strawberry flavor. This is a really forgiving recipe and it’s easy to modify. Glad I stumbled upon it.
That sounds great 🙂
Love what I see, excited about trying these Recipes.