There are only a few ingredients in this strawberry shortcake smoothie, but every one of them earns a spot. Frozen strawberries do double duty here—they bring natural sweetness (no added sugar needed) plus fiber and vitamin C, and freezing them is what gives this blend its thick, frosty, milkshake-like body.

Two glasses of pink Strawberry-Mango Smoothie topped with whipped cream, strawberries, and graham cracker crumbs, with striped straws. Fresh strawberries in a bowl and graham crackers sit nearby on a wooden board.

What goes into this smoothie

For the creamy base, I reach for strawberry-flavored Greek yogurt (any brand works): it’s packed with protein to keep you full and steady, without the sugar crash you’d get from a typical dessert. Then I add the milk of your choice—dairy, almond, soy, whatever you love—so the recipe bends to fit your taste.

And the finishing touch, a sprinkling of crushed cinnamon graham crackers, is pure strategy: just a little goes a long way, lending that shortcake crunch and bakery-fresh aroma, so every sip nods to the classic dessert.

A blender container holding sliced strawberries and a scoop of vanilla ice cream, viewed from above on a light-colored countertop, ready to be transformed into a delicious Strawberry-Mango Smoothie.
Top-down view of a blender filled with a creamy pink Strawberry-Mango Smoothie on a light-colored, slightly marbled surface.
A tall glass of pink Strawberry-Mango Smoothie topped with chopped strawberries and cookie crumbles, with a strawberry slice on the rim. A bowl of fresh strawberries and graham crackers are nearby.

Now, if a sippable shortcake isn’t enough and you want one you can really sink your teeth into, I’ve got you covered three ways: my 3-Ingredient Strawberry Shortcake Cobbler is the ultimate let-the-oven-do-the-work dessert; my Strawberry Shortcake Frozen Yogurt Bark is a cool, snappable treat to stash in the freezer for hot days; and my Strawberry Shortcake Doughnuts are soft and made to disappear. Take your pick—or honestly, make all three!!

Two glasses of strawberry-mango smoothies topped with whipped cream, fresh strawberries, and crumbled graham crackers, each with two striped straws, on a wooden board next to a bowl of strawberries and graham cracker pieces.
A tall glass of pink strawberry-mango smoothie topped with whipped cream, granola, and strawberry slices, with two striped straws. The glass sits on a wooden board next to graham crackers and a bowl of fresh strawberries.

I ❤ dessert for breakfast

This smoothie is part of a bigger obsession of mine: turning classic desserts into legit, nourishing breakfasts. Same nostalgic flavors, but way better for you. If you’re into that idea (I clearly am, lol), add these to your rotation:

Two tall glasses of creamy pink Strawberry-Mango Smoothie topped with whipped cream, crushed graham crackers, and sliced strawberries, with pink striped straws. Nearby are graham crackers and a bowl of strawberries.

Whether you’re after a quick and energizing breakfast or a berry-delicious afternoon treat, this flavorful smoothie has you covered.

Try this Strawberry-Mango Smoothie next!

A glass of pink Strawberry-Mango Smoothie with whipped cream, granola, and fresh strawberry pieces on top, two striped straws, next to a bowl of strawberries and graham crackers on a wooden board with a white cloth.
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Strawberry Shortcake Smoothie

A creamy smoothie that brings strawberry shortcake vibes—made with frozen strawberries, protein-packed Greek yogurt, and a sprinkle of cinnamon graham crackers… plus an optional squirt of whipped cream. It's dessert you can sip for breakfast!
Yield: 2 smoothies
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 5 minutes
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Ingredients
 

  • 2 cups frozen “sliced” strawberries, or 2¼ cups of whole frozen strawberries
  • 1 single-serve container strawberry Greek yogurt*
  • 1 cup almond milk, or any other milk of choice
  • 1 sheet cinnamon graham cracker, 2 squares, crumbled or crushed
  • Fresh chopped strawberries for garnish.
  • Whipped cream, optional

Instructions
 

  • Add frozen strawberries, yogurt, and milk to a blender and puree until super-thick and smooth (should just take about 30 seconds to puree; be careful not to over-blend or it will become too thin). If it’s too thick to puree, stop and loosen up the mixture with a spoon as needed. Pour into two glasses and sprinkle each with a crushed graham cracker square (you can leave on top or mix ‘em throughout the smoothie). Add optional chopped, fresh strawberries and a squirt of aerated whipped topping

Notes

* This is about ¾ cup or about 5 ounces.
• You can use your favorite strawberry-flavored yogurt or whatever is on sale. I like to use Greek yogurt, since it’s thicker than traditional yogurt and adds extra creaminess. I also use a brand that’s flavored without added sugar, such as Oikos Triple Zero, Oikos Pro, Chobani Zero Sugar, or Too Good.
• If using plain-unflavored Greek yogurt, you’ll most likely need to add 1 to 2 teaspoons honey or maple syrup to sweeten it up.
• I like to use cinnamon-flavored graham crackers, but plain or chocolate grahams will work well, too.
• I mix the crushed/crumbled graham cracker throughout the smoothie to get some with every gulp—but this may not work if you’re sipping it with a straw (the pieces may get stuck). You can decide!
• If you’re looking to make this recipe nut-free, please be sure to use a nut-free milk.
Author: Joy Bauer, MS, RDN, CDN

Nutrition Information per serving

Serving Size: 1 smoothieCalories: 150Carbohydrates: 19gProtein: 9gTotal Fat: 2.5g— Unsaturated Fat: 2.5g— Saturated Fat: 0gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 516mgFiber: 5gTotal Sugar: 12g— Natural Sugar: 12g— Added Sugar: 0gVitamin C: 98mgCalcium: 362mgIron: 3mg
Nutrition information is calculated using a leading industry software. That being said, brands can vary, and there may be slight fluctuations in the numbers.
I’m hoping you loved this recipe! If you made it and want to share feedback, I’d be so grateful to hear from you. Please leave a review below or tag @joybauer on Instagram!