34 Toddler Smoothie Recipes That Are Easy and Delicious
- April 15, 2024
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Whether you’re feeding a picky eater or just looking to add some nutrients to your toddler’s diet, toddler smoothies fit the bill. These toddler smoothie recipes are cold, refreshing, and fun. Here, we’ve rounded up 30+ fruit and veggie smoothies for toddlers.

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Are smoothies good for toddlers?
Yes! As a Registered Dietitian and mom, I’m here to tell you that smoothies can be a nutritious secret weapon for toddlers and kids, especially picky toddlers!
As a mom to two toddlers, I’m well aware of the challenge of getting nutrients into kids.
To make it easier, I like sharing roundups and benefits, like ground beef recipes for toddlers that you can try.
We love smoothies at our house. In minutes, I can whip up a nutrient-packed beverage that can complement our meal.
And let me tell you – it makes a difference when I serve them in their favorite kids smoothie cups!
With the right ingredients—like protein-rich beans and healthy fats like avocado—a smoothie can also make a stand-alone meal or snack.

It’s one of my favorite recipes for constipation in toddlers because you can buff it up with so many powerful ingredients!
Easy, nutritious meal in minutes? As an entrepreneur and busy mom of three, I can use this in my arsenal.
Especially for toddlers. They don’t always enjoy trying new foods (or their tried and true foods, for that matter).
Maybe you’re sick of buying storebought yogurt pouches (they are expensive and you should make these homemade yogurt pouches), and need a new solution.
Things like food activities for toddlers can make your kiddo a more adventurous eater. But sometimes you need something fast and easy.
That’s where these healthy smoothie recipes for toddlers come in. If you’re wondering what to serve with pancakes, especially for kids, these smoothies are great options also!
Smoothies are delicious, cold, and creamy. Your toddler won’t even know that you threw in some veggies.
Wondering what you can put in a smoothie for toddlers? What if your toddler has specific nutrient needs?
In this ultimate toddler smoothie guide, I’m giving you ideas for toddler smoothies, including high fiber smoothies for easing constipation, smoothies to boost iron intake, and some for improving gut health.
What You Need to Make a Toddler Smoothie
A smoothie is a blended drink with various ingredients that is typically made in a high speed blender.
You can add fruits, veggies, yogurt, milk, juice, ice, oats, and more to create a unique, creamy beverage that meets your toddler’s nutrition needs.
Smoothies are convenient and can be enjoyed on-the-go in kids smoothie cups. Smaller children can enjoy half cups.
And you can personalize each toddler fruit smoothie to meet your toddler’s taste preferences.
For instance, you can hide veggies, add a little sweetener, add extra fats if they are underweight, etc.

I love smoothies as a post-workout snack and generally as part of a balanced diet.
As a parent, I appreciate that they’re a fun way for toddlers to get in much-needed nutrients.
They can be the perfect breakfast alongside some toast, or even be a healthy treat! They can even be poured in a bowl with toppings, like granola or cereal.
Smoothie bowls can appeal to the whole family!
And yes, a pre-made smoothie can be one of many options for healthy breakfasts – don’t put pressure on yourself that you need to make something fresh daily!

To get started with a nutritious smoothie for toddlers, you’ll need something to blend the smoothie.
I like this high powered blender. You can also use a Magic Bullet or a food processor.
Here are some of my smoothie staples that we always have to serve in kids smoothie cups.
- Produce – Fresh produce or frozen fruit are both key sources of antioxidants, vitamins and minerals, and fiber!
- Greek yogurt – A great source of protein and healthy fats for satiety, as well as calcium, Vitamin D, Vitamin K and probiotics.
- Liquid – milk of your choice, water, juice
- Veggies like spinach or cauliflower – they are neutral-tasting and easy to hide. See below for some more options!
- Bananas – Fresh and frozen banana both work well. Bananas are naturally sweet, and when frozen, they can help add creaminess.
- Healthy fats, like avocado, full fat dairy, coconut oil, peanut butter, almond butter, seed butter
- Seeds like hemp seeds, chia seeds, flax seeds – I get them in bulk from Thrive Market
- Flavorings – cinnamon, cocoa powder, nutmeg, turmeric, ginger, etc.
- Smoothie reusable pouches make it easy for little hands to grab and serve themselves if they aren’t ready for a toddler cup
- Resuable storage bags or stasher bags help with storing extra and reducing waste
- Popsicle molds – Many popsicle recipes can also work great as smoothies! For example, those creamy coconut popsicles with mango, pineapple and coconut cream would make a great dairy free smoothie for toddlers.
Favorite Toddler Smoothie Add In’s











Smoothies for Toddlers with Constipation
Does your child struggle with constipation? It’s not fun, and it can make meals and snacks more complicated.
Constipation often happens when your child’s diet is low in fiber.
According to the Dietary Guidelines for Americans, toddlers need around 14-19 grams of fiber every day.
A toddler smoothie is a great way to enhance a picky toddler’s diet and get more nutrients in at snack time.

Besides fiber, your toddler needs to get enough fluids throughout the day. You can increase both their fiber and fluid intake with a high fiber smoothie.
Adding in more fiber can also help to stabilize blood sugar, meaning more level energy for your toddler. This benefits them (and you!) and prevents the low blood sugar spikes.
Because you can adjust the ingredients in a smoothie, you can tailor the smoothie to be higher in fiber. Some things to add to your toddler’s smoothie to increase fiber include:
- Oats
- Seeds like chia seeds or flax seeds
- Leafy greens
- Fruits like berries, mango, and banana
- Avocado
- Quinoa
- Legumes, like chickpeas, peas, kidney beans, or lentils
PRO TIP
You can even save your leftover smoothie and add it to a popsicle mold for a nutritious frozen treat!
FAQ: Ask the Dietitian
Should I give protein powder to a toddler?
As the parent, you can do what’s best for your family. As a dietitian and mom myself, I personally avoid giving protein powder to toddlers.
I find that using milk, yogurt, nut butters, seeds, etc. can help provide enough protein without protein powder. Toddlers just need a little protein at each meal, not a ton.
Should I be concerned about the sugar content in my toddler’s smoothie?
I would recommend first trying to rely on natural sugars, like fruits, which can add a natural sweetness without needing to rely on honey, sugar or maple syrup.
However, if your smoothie doesn’t seem sweet enough as is, you could try adding a little vanilla yogurt, honey or maple syrup to sweeten it up.
My child is dairy free. Can I still make a healthy toddler smoothie without milk?
Absolutely! Soy milk, pea milk, or any alternative milk of your choice (almond, cashew, coconut) are even replacements for dairy milk in these recipes.
You can also sub the greek yogurt for a non-dairy yogurt.
Veggie Smoothies for Toddlers
One of the major reasons I love to recommend smoothies is that they really help in getting in those veggies.
You can add so many different veggies to smoothies, and they go totally undetected!
Leafy Greens
Maybe your toddler turns up their nose at a plate of veggies. Add some leafy greens to their smoothie and they won’t know the difference.

Plus, greens can help provide vitamins A, C, and K. They’re also rich in B vitamins and antioxidants.
Your toddler isn’t the only one that benefits from extra helpings of leafy greens.
It’s been shown that diets higher in leafy greens reduce your risk of heart disease, stroke, cancer, and age-related eye diseases.
Cauliflower
Aside from leafy greens, cauliflower is another great veggie for smoothies.
Not only is cauliflower tasteless, but it can provide a creamy texture to your smoothie!
Daily Harvest has great options for veggies in your smoothie if you don’t feel like making your own.
Other Veggies in Smoothies
Other veggies that you can add to a smoothie include sweetpotato, beets, zucchini and carrots.
We love this sweetpotato smoothie and this carrot banana smoothie is naturally sweet!

High Iron Smoothies for Toddlers
Smoothies can also be a way to add iron to a toddler’s diet, especially if they don’t like or eat much meat.
Iron deficiency happens when there isn’t enough iron in the diet or something is preventing an adequate absorption of iron.
There are multiple reasons your toddler may be iron-deficient.
Because of the picky eating that sometimes goes along with the independence of toddlerhood, your toddler’s diet may be lacking in iron-rich foods.
Make sure you’re trying some of these healthy snacks for picky eaters!

Your toddler is also growing like crazy and may have an increased demand for iron.
There may also be reduced absorption if they frequently have infections or other GI disorders.
Some signs of iron deficiency include fatigue, crankiness, reduced appetite, pale skin, or slow growth. If you have concerns about iron deficiency, be sure to check with your pediatrician.
Iron is more readily absorbed when paired with vitamin C-rich foods. This is incredibly easy to do when you make a smoothie.
For example, pairing spinach, orange juice, and tofu will increase your toddler’s iron absorption, and it will be naturally sweet.
To boost your toddler’s iron intake and absorption, here are some smoothie ideas and add-ins to include in their smoothie.
- Spinach
- Legumes, like black beans or navy beans
- Sweetpotatoes
- Broccoli
- Nuts and nut butter
- Seeds
- Tofu
- Iron-fortified baby cereal
- Citrus fruit or juice
Gut Healthy Smoothies for Toddlers
Improving your toddler’s gut health is essential for their immune systems and overall well-being, and a bright-colored toddler smoothie can do just that!
Fortunately, you can customize your toddler’s smoothies to promote healthy gut bacteria growth and balance.
Probiotics are helpful bacteria that maintain the balance in your gut.
When your gut bacteria are well balanced, everything is better—digestion, immunity, skin health, disease prevention, and more.

Some easy ways to make a smoothie gut-healthy include adding probiotic-rich foods like yogurt or kefir.
You can also add prebiotic-rich foods like bananas and whole grains to fuel those good bacteria.
The high-fiber smoothies used for constipation can also promote a healthy gut in your toddler, so those are a win-win.
30 Toddler Smoothie Recipes
Okay, so now that you’re convinced to try high fiber smoothies for your toddler, are you looking for recipes?

Look no further! I’ve rounded up some delicious smoothie recipes your toddler (and the rest of your family) will love.
These low sugar smoothie recipes can be catered to your personal preferences. Not a dairy fan? Substitute soy milk or coconut milk!
Allergic to nuts or nut butter? Try coconut oil, tahini, or avocado for a healthy fat.
Toddler Smoothie Recipes
These toddler smoothies recipes are full of fruit and nourishing ingredients, great for picky eaters or for on the go!
You'll never guess that beans are in this smoothie. This healthy chocolate bean smoothie is made with bananas, beans, dates, yogurt, milk and spinach to make the tastiest mint chocolate chip smoothie, plus it's full of filling fiber and protein.
This Orange and Mango Smoothie is the perfect cold and creamy toddler smoothie. Your child will enjoy the taste of this healthy creamsicle shake!
This bright hued sweet potato beet smoothie is the best for little eaters. Made with mango, beets and sweet potatoes, it's antioxidant rich, and helps your toddler stay healthy.
This Beet Banana Smoothie is a healthy, antioxidant-packed smoothie option, great for your toddler, packed with banana, mango, raw beets and spinach. They won't even taste the spinach in this beet spinach smoothie.
A refreshing, nutritious smoothie that tastes like dessert! Perfect for a snack, meal, or even sweeter treat.
This Strawberry Banana Smoothie Bowl recipe is a deliciously creamy snack, or can even be made into a meal with your favorite toppings.
This cantaloupe mango smoothie is great for kids. Make it in minutes with just 5 simple ingredients.
This carrot banana smoothie is an easy, whole-foods smoothie filled with flavor, nutrition and only 6 key ingredients. Great any time of year, it has the perfect hint of creaminess and spice.
Healthy Tropical Smoothie Peanut Butter Cup Recipe - Healthy Kids Recipes
A healthier Tropical Smoothie Peanut Butter Cup Smoothie, just as delicious but naturally sweetened with dates.
Your toddler will love this one—add protein to your kids' diet without protein powder with this red bean smoothie!
This frozen green pea smoothie has a mild flavor, with a ton of nutrients. Paired with bananas and dates this frozen pea smoothie makes for a sweet treat full of nourishment!
This chocolate date smoothie is healthy and tastes great.
This flavorful and brightly colored berry smoothie is bursting with antioxidants and is super simple for parents to whip up!
This tropical island green smoothie packs in fruits, dark leafy greens and a refreshing tropical flavor!
Like any other great smoothie for toddlers, including a variety of fruits and veggies is key. This smoothie includes bananas, cherries, and kale.
Bursting with color, flavor, fiber, protein, and plant-based nutrition, this brain-boosting smoothie is perfect for your toddler,
Frozen berries make this smoothie nice and thick, sure to please the pickiest of toddlers.
A banana pear smoothie is a delicious and easy way to up your fiber intake to help with satiety, digestion, blood sugar balance and more! This pear and banana smoothie offers both fruit and veggies as well as 15 grams of protein!
For a creamy & fresh apple banana smoothie, blend this 5-ingredient drink in just 5 minutes. It's a healthy, quick, easy, & tasty recipe.
This banana watermelon smoothie is the MOST refreshing smoothie. Five minutes to make, with only 3 ingredients: watermelon, banana and ice.
This healthy blueberry smoothie has sunbutter and no yogurt or bananas. Similar to a peanut butter and jelly flavor, it is optimal for brain health with high antioxidants and no added sugars.
This raspberry smoothie doesn't need any sugar, ice cream, or added sweeteners. It's naturally sweet, nutritious and delicious on its own!
This fun, healthy leprechaun milk isn't just for St. Patrick's Day! This bright green drink has both fruit and veggies that will nourish your kiddo year-round.
Orange Creamsicle Smoothie made with fresh oranges, Greek yogurt and flaxseed is delicious and satisfying for breakfast or a snack.
A festive and healthy yogurt smoothie made with frozen raspberries, bananas and gingerbread flavours!
This refreshing Pineapple Orange Smoothie adds a tropical flair to the beloved, classic flavor of Creamsicles! Full of protein and vitamins, with a creamy-dreamy texture. Delicious, healthy, and easy! Skip the honey to lower the sugar for your toddler.
Beet smoothie with almond butter, banana, and hemp hearts! Its delicious, high in protein and has the perfect amount of sweetness to balance out the beets.
Chocolate and banana together are just luscious. This Chocolate Banana Smoothie is like dessert in a glass. I started the smoothie with a frozen ripe banana.
Healthy peach banana smoothie with whole fruits, all vegan without yogurt.
The Best Green Smoothie Recipe is made with a simple combination of fresh fruits and veggies including sweet mango, peach, and nutritious spinach.
Easy and delicious Strawberry Banana Smoothie Recipe made with simple ingredients including strawberries, banana, milk, and creamy yogurt.
This pomegranate smoothie is packed with sweet fruit, and some pantry staples of oats and hemp to make it a little heartier. Super easy to make as a fun sweet treat!
This Easy Berry Green Smoothie is going to be a new favorite for the whole family! With no added sugars and natural sweetness, this is a great way to satisfy your sugar cravings!
This is such a simple, yet delicious smoothie! The tropical tastes of pineapple mixed with strawberries makes it a toddler favorite.
The tropical sapodilla fruit finds good use in this homemade smoothie. Natural caramel notes combine well with a milk of your choice.
References:
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