About 72% of people say they crave sweets more during the holidays, so you can use smoothies to satisfy that urge without extra fuss. You’ll learn how to blend flavors like peppermint, eggnog spice, gingerbread, and cranberry into creamy, single-serve treats you can make in minutes. Follow simple ingredient swaps and timing tips to get dessert-like texture and flavor, and try variations that suit kids or adults as you keep experimenting…
Peppermint Hot Chocolate Smoothie
A cozy, minty twist on hot chocolate turned into a creamy, sippable smoothie — perfect for chilly holiday mornings.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup milk (dairy or any plant-based milk)
- 1/2 cup vanilla or chocolate yogurt (use dairy-free if desired)
- 1 frozen banana (for creaminess and sweetness)
- 2 tablespoons cocoa powder, unsweetened
- 1–2 teaspoons peppermint extract (start with less and adjust)
- 1–2 tablespoons maple syrup or honey (to taste)
- 1/2 cup ice (omit if you want it thicker and colder from more frozen banana)
- 1 tablespoon chocolate chips or mini chocolate chips (optional)
- Whipped cream and crushed candy cane or mini marshmallows for topping (optional)
How to Make:
- Add milk, yogurt, frozen banana, cocoa powder, peppermint extract, and sweetener to a blender.
- Blend on high until smooth and creamy; stop and scrape sides if needed.
- Add ice and chocolate chips if using, then pulse until well combined and chilled.
- Taste and adjust sweetness or peppermint intensity as desired.
- Pour into a glass, top with whipped cream and crushed candy cane or marshmallows if you like.
- Serve immediately and enjoy the festive, minty chocolate goodness!
Eggnog-Inspired Vanilla Spice Smoothie
A cozy, eggnog-like treat that’s creamy, spiced, and totally sip-worthy for holiday mornings.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup milk (dairy or unsweetened almond/cashew)
- 1/2 cup plain or vanilla Greek yogurt
- 1 frozen banana (for creaminess and sweetness)
- 1/4 cup heavy cream or canned coconut milk (optional for extra richness)
- 1 tbsp maple syrup or honey (adjust to taste)
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg, plus a pinch for garnish
- 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
- Pinch of ground cloves or allspice (optional)
- 1/2 cup ice (omit if banana is very frozen and you want thicker texture)
- Optional: 1-2 tbsp bourbon or rum for an adult version
How to Make:
- Add milk, yogurt, frozen banana, and cream or coconut milk to a blender.
- Pour in maple syrup and vanilla extract.
- Sprinkle in nutmeg, cinnamon, and cloves or allspice.
- Add ice if using, then blend until smooth and creamy.
- Taste and adjust sweetness or spices as desired; add alcohol now if you like.
- Pour into a glass and dust with a pinch of extra nutmeg or a cinnamon stick.
Enjoy a festive sip that tastes like holiday cheer in a glass!
Gingerbread Cookie Smoothie
Gingerbread Cookie Smoothie — all the warm, spicy cookie vibes in a creamy, sipable treat.
Ingredients:
- 1 ripe banana (fresh or frozen)
- 1 cup milk (dairy or any plant-based milk)
- 1/2 cup plain or vanilla yogurt (dairy or plant-based)
- 1–2 tablespoons molasses (start with 1, adjust to taste)
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/8 teaspoon ground cloves (optional, for extra spice)
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup or honey (optional, for extra sweetness)
- 3–4 ice cubes (omit if using frozen banana)
- 1–2 ginger snap or gingersnap cookie crumbs for blending (optional, for crunch and cookie flavor)
- Whipped cream and extra cookie crumbs or a sprinkle of cinnamon for garnish (optional)
How to Make:
- Add the banana, milk, yogurt, and molasses to a blender.
- Sprinkle in the ginger, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves.
- Add maple syrup or honey if you want it sweeter.
- Toss in the ice cubes and cookie crumbs if using.
- Blend until smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides as needed.
- Taste and adjust molasses or spices to your liking.
- Pour into a glass and top with whipped cream and a sprinkle of cookie crumbs or cinnamon if you like.
Enjoy a cozy, cookie-flavored sip that tastes like holiday baking in a glass!
Cranberry Orange Cheesecake Smoothie
A festive, tangy-sweet smoothie that tastes like cranberry orange cheesecake in a glass.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup frozen cranberries
- 1 medium orange, peeled and segmented (or 1/2 cup fresh orange juice)
- 1/2 cup vanilla Greek yogurt (or plain yogurt + 1 tsp vanilla)
- 1/2 cup milk (dairy or plant-based)
- 2 tablespoons cream cheese, softened
- 1-2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup (to taste)
- 1/4 teaspoon orange zest (optional, for extra brightness)
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
- 1/2 cup ice (omit if you want a thicker, creamier texture)
- Crushed graham cracker or cookie crumbs for garnish (optional)
How to Make:
- Add the frozen cranberries, orange segments (or orange juice), vanilla yogurt, milk, and softened cream cheese to a blender.
- Add honey or maple syrup, orange zest, vanilla extract, and ice.
- Blend on high until smooth and creamy, stopping to scrape down the sides if needed.
- Taste and adjust sweetness or liquid—add more sweetener for sweetness or more milk to thin.
- Pour into glasses and sprinkle crushed graham cracker or cookie crumbs on top if you like.
- Serve immediately for the best flavor and texture.
Enjoy a sip of cranberry-orange cheesecake bliss!
Chocolate Peppermint Bark Smoothie
A cool, minty chocolate smoothie that tastes like holiday candy in a glass.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk (or milk of choice)
- 1 frozen banana
- 2 tbsp cocoa powder
- 1 tbsp chocolate or cacao nibs (optional for texture)
- 1/2 tsp peppermint extract (adjust to taste)
- 1–2 tbsp maple syrup or honey (to sweeten)
- 1/4 cup plain or vanilla Greek yogurt (or dairy-free yogurt)
- 4–6 ice cubes (or use more frozen banana for thickness)
- Pinch of salt
- Crushed peppermint candy or mini chocolate chips, for garnish
How to Make:
- Add almond milk, frozen banana, cocoa powder, yogurt, peppermint extract, sweetener, and pinch of salt to a blender.
- Blend on high until smooth and creamy; scrape down sides once if needed.
- If you want a bit of crunch, add chocolate/cacao nibs and pulse briefly so they stay slightly textured.
- Taste and adjust peppermint or sweetener as needed; add a few more ice cubes and blend if you want it colder or thicker.
- Pour into a glass and sprinkle crushed peppermint candy or mini chocolate chips on top.
- Serve immediately and enjoy that festive, chocolaty peppermint flavor!
Cheers to a sip that tastes like holiday bark!
Spiced Apple Cider Smoothie
Spiced Apple Cider Smoothie — cozy, tangy, and just the right amount of holiday spice.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup apple cider (chilled)
- 1 medium apple, cored and chopped (leave the skin on for texture)
- 1/2 cup plain or vanilla yogurt (dairy or plant-based)
- 1/2 frozen banana (for creaminess)
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- Pinch of ground cloves or allspice
- 1 teaspoon maple syrup or honey (optional, to taste)
- 1/2 cup ice (or more for a thicker smoothie)
- Optional garnish: thin apple slice and a sprinkle of cinnamon
How to Make:
- Add the chopped apple, apple cider, yogurt, frozen banana, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves to a blender.
- Blend on high until smooth and creamy.
- Taste and add maple syrup or honey if you want it sweeter; blend briefly to combine.
- Add ice and pulse until you reach your desired thickness.
- Pour into a glass and garnish with an apple slice and a light dusting of cinnamon.
- Sip and enjoy the warm holiday flavors in a cool, creamy form — perfect for a festive morning or a sweet snack!
Candy Cane Mocha Smoothie
Candy Cane Mocha Smoothie — a festive, minty-chocolate sipper that tastes like holiday cheer in a glass.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup chilled strong coffee or cold brew
- 1/2 cup milk (dairy or any plant-based milk)
- 1/2 cup plain or vanilla yogurt (or a dairy-free yogurt)
- 1 frozen banana (for creaminess)
- 1–2 tablespoons cocoa powder (unsweetened)
- 1–2 tablespoons chocolate syrup (adjust to taste)
- 1 teaspoon peppermint extract (start small; it’s strong)
- 1–2 teaspoons maple syrup or honey (optional, to sweeten)
- 1 cup ice
- Crushed candy cane or crushed peppermint candies, for rim and garnish
- Whipped cream (optional, for topping)
- Mini chocolate chips or shaved chocolate (optional, for garnish)
How to Make:
- Rim your glass: wet the edge with a little chocolate syrup, then dip into crushed candy cane to coat.
- Add coffee, milk, yogurt, frozen banana, cocoa powder, chocolate syrup, peppermint extract, sweetener (if using), and ice into a blender.
- Blend on high until very smooth and frosty, about 30–60 seconds. Taste and adjust sweetness or peppermint if needed.
- Pour the smoothie into the prepared glass.
- Top with whipped cream, a sprinkle of crushed candy cane, and a few chocolate shavings or mini chips if you like.
- Serve immediately and enjoy the wintry, chocolate-mint goodness.
Cheers — sip something merry and bright!
Maple Pecan Breakfast Smoothie
Warm, nutty, and just sweet enough — this Maple Pecan Breakfast Smoothie tastes like a cozy holiday morning in a glass.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk (or milk of choice)
- 1/2 cup plain or vanilla Greek yogurt (or dairy-free yogurt)
- 1 small frozen banana (or 1/2 large)
- 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons toasted pecans (plus 1 tablespoon for garnish)
- 1 tablespoon rolled oats (optional, for extra creaminess)
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- Pinch of sea salt
- 4–6 ice cubes (optional, for thickness)
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
How to Make:
- Add the almond milk, yogurt, frozen banana, maple syrup, toasted pecans, and oats to a blender.
- Sprinkle in the cinnamon and a pinch of sea salt, then add vanilla extract if using.
- Blend on high until smooth and creamy, stopping to scrape down the sides if needed.
- Add ice cubes and blend again if you want a thicker, colder smoothie.
- Pour into a glass and top with the remaining chopped pecans and a light drizzle of maple syrup.
- Sip and enjoy a little holiday comfort any morning — cheers to a cozy, delicious start!
Toasted Coconut Eggnog Smoothie
A creamy, coconut-kissed eggnog smoothie with a toasty crunch — perfect for cozy holiday sips.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup eggnog (store-bought or homemade)
- 1/2 cup canned coconut milk (full-fat for creaminess)
- 1/2 cup vanilla Greek yogurt (or plain yogurt + 1 tsp vanilla)
- 1/4 cup toasted shredded coconut, plus extra for garnish
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/8 tsp ground nutmeg, plus a pinch for garnish
- 1–2 tsp maple syrup or honey (optional, to taste)
- 1 cup ice
- Optional: 1 oz rum or spiced rum (for an adult version)
- Optional garnish: cinnamon stick or a dusting of cocoa
How to Make:
- Toast the shredded coconut in a dry skillet over medium heat, stirring often, until golden and fragrant (about 3–4 minutes). Remove from heat and let cool a minute.
- Add eggnog, coconut milk, yogurt, 1/4 cup toasted coconut, cinnamon, nutmeg, maple syrup (if using), and ice to a blender.
- Blend until smooth and frothy, about 30–45 seconds. Taste and add more sweetener or spice if desired.
- If using rum, add it now and pulse once or twice to combine.
- Pour into a chilled glass and sprinkle with a pinch of nutmeg and a little toasted coconut on top; add a cinnamon stick if you like.
- Serve immediately and enjoy the warm, toasty coconut vibes in every sip.
Warm Cinnamon Roll Smoothie
Warm Cinnamon Roll Smoothie — all the cozy, cinnamon-swirled goodness of a cinnamon roll in a creamy, drinkable treat.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup warm (not hot) milk or milk alternative
- 1 frozen banana
- 1/2 cup plain or vanilla Greek yogurt (or dairy-free yogurt)
- 2 tablespoons cream cheese, softened (or cashew cream for vegan)
- 1–2 tablespoons maple syrup or honey (to taste)
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- 3–4 ice cubes (optional, for a thicker, chilled texture)
- Drizzle of icing (1 tablespoon powdered sugar mixed with 1–2 teaspoons warm milk) for garnish
- Optional: dash of ground nutmeg or a few chopped pecans for topping
How to Make:
- Warm the milk gently on the stove or in the microwave until steaming but not boiling; set aside.
- Add the warm milk, frozen banana, Greek yogurt, cream cheese, maple syrup, cinnamon, vanilla, and a pinch of salt to a blender.
- Blend on high until completely smooth and creamy. If you want it thicker or colder, add the ice cubes and pulse until smooth.
- Taste and adjust sweetness or cinnamon as needed.
- Pour into a mug or tall glass and drizzle the prepared icing over the top; sprinkle with a dash of nutmeg or chopped pecans if using.
- Serve immediately and enjoy the warm, cinnamon-roll vibes in every sip.
Sip slowly and savor that cozy, bakery-fresh flavor!
Pear, Ginger & Walnut Smoothie
Winter warmth in a glass — spicy, nutty pear goodness to sip by the fire.
Ingredients:
- 1 large ripe pear, cored and chopped (leave the skin on for texture)
- 1/2 cup plain or vanilla yogurt (dairy or plant-based)
- 1/2 cup milk or non-dairy milk
- 1 small piece fresh ginger (about 1/2 inch), peeled and finely grated
- 2 tablespoons walnut halves (plus a few extra for garnish)
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup (adjust to taste)
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- A small squeeze of lemon juice (about 1 teaspoon) to brighten
- Ice cubes (optional, 3–4 cubes for a chilled smoothie)
How to Make:
- Add the chopped pear, yogurt, milk, grated ginger, walnuts, honey or maple syrup, cinnamon, and lemon juice to a blender.
- Blend on high until smooth and creamy; stop and scrape down the sides if needed.
- Taste and adjust sweetness or ginger intensity, adding more honey or a pinch more ginger if you like.
- If you want it chilled, add ice cubes and blend again until frosty.
- Pour into a glass and top with a couple of walnut halves and a light dusting of cinnamon.
Cozy up and enjoy that warm-hug-in-a-glass flavor!
Orange Cranberry Mimosa Smoothie (Non-Alcoholic)
Bright, bubbly flavors of orange and cranberry come together in a festive, alcohol-free mimosa smoothie.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup orange juice (freshly squeezed if possible)
- 1/2 cup cranberry juice (unsweetened or sweetened to taste)
- 1/2 cup plain or vanilla yogurt (dairy or non-dairy)
- 1/2 cup frozen pineapple chunks or frozen mango (for sweetness and texture)
- 1/2 cup ice cubes (adjust for desired thickness)
- 1-2 tsp honey or maple syrup (optional, to taste)
- Orange slices and fresh cranberries for garnish (optional)
How to Make:
- Add the orange juice, cranberry juice, yogurt, and frozen fruit to a blender.
- Toss in the ice cubes and add honey or maple syrup if you want it sweeter.
- Blend on high until smooth and frothy, pausing to scrape down the sides if needed.
- Taste and adjust sweetness or thickness—add more juice to thin or more ice/frozen fruit to thicken.
- Pour into glasses and garnish with an orange slice and a few cranberries.
- Serve immediately and enjoy the festive, non-alcoholic cheer!
Chocolate Hazelnut Yule Log Smoothie
Decadent, festive, and totally sip-worthy — the Chocolate Hazelnut Yule Log Smoothie tastes like holiday dessert in a glass.
Ingredients:
- 1 frozen banana
- 1 cup chilled almond milk (or milk of choice)
- 2 tbsp chocolate hazelnut spread (e.g., Nutella)
- 1 tbsp cocoa powder (unsweetened)
- 1/4 cup plain or vanilla Greek yogurt (or dairy-free yogurt)
- 1 tbsp almond or hazelnut butter (optional for extra nuttiness)
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- Pinch of salt
- 4–6 ice cubes (adjust for thickness)
- 1–2 tbsp crushed toasted hazelnuts for garnish
- Optional: whipped cream or dairy-free whipped topping and a few chocolate shavings for garnish
How to Make:
- Add the frozen banana, almond milk, chocolate hazelnut spread, cocoa powder, Greek yogurt, hazelnut or almond butter (if using), vanilla, cinnamon, and a pinch of salt to a blender.
- Blend on high until smooth and creamy, pausing to scrape down the sides if needed.
- Add ice cubes and blend again until you reach your desired thickness.
- Taste and adjust sweetness or chocolate — add a little honey or maple syrup if you want it sweeter.
- Pour into a chilled glass, top with whipped cream (if using), sprinkle with crushed toasted hazelnuts and chocolate shavings.
- Serve immediately and enjoy a sip of holiday decadence.
Cheers to a cozy, chocolate-hazelnut treat — Merry sipping!
Conclusion
You’ve got a dozen dessert-like smoothies to try, so pick one and blend. Use frozen fruit, a liquid base, and a sweetener or spice to match each flavor. Taste as you go and adjust sweetness, thickness, or spice. Serve chilled, garnish if you like, and clean the blender right away to save time. These blends make holiday mornings easier and feel like a treat—simple, fast, and ready when you are.