Tropical Sunset Smoothie Mix (Printable)

Vibrant layers of mango, passion fruit, and orange juice blended with yogurt for a fresh, healthy snack.

# What You Need:

→ Mango Layer

01 - 1 cup ripe mango, peeled and diced, fresh or frozen
02 - 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
03 - 1 tablespoon honey, optional
04 - 2 to 3 tablespoons water, as needed

→ Passion Fruit Layer

05 - 1/2 cup passion fruit pulp, approximately 3 to 4 passion fruits
06 - 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
07 - 1 tablespoon honey, optional

→ Orange Juice Layer

08 - 3/4 cup freshly squeezed orange juice
09 - 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
10 - 1 teaspoon honey, optional

# How to Make It:

01 - Clean three blending containers thoroughly or rinse the blender between uses to ensure fresh layers.
02 - Combine mango, Greek yogurt, honey, and water in a blender; blend until smooth and thick. Divide evenly between the bottom of two clear glasses.
03 - Blend passion fruit pulp with Greek yogurt and honey until creamy. Carefully layer this mixture over the mango base to create a clear separation.
04 - Blend freshly squeezed orange juice with Greek yogurt and honey until smooth. Gently pour this layer atop the passion fruit layer.
05 - Tilt the glass slightly and pour each layer slowly, using the back of a spoon to maintain distinct layers without mixing.
06 - Optional: garnish with a slice of fresh fruit or a sprig of mint. Serve immediately to preserve freshness.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It looks fancy enough to serve at brunch but takes less time than making coffee.
  • The natural ombré effect tastes as good as it photographs, which is refreshingly rare.
  • You get three distinct flavor moments in one glass instead of a muddy blend of everything.
02 -
  • Frozen fruit is actually your secret weapon here—it's thicker, blends to a heavier consistency, and the layers hold their shape instead of drifting into each other like a watercolor painting.
  • The spoon-pour trick sounds fussy until you try it, then you realize it's the entire reason the ombré actually works instead of becoming a swirled mess.
03 -
  • Chill your glasses in the freezer for five minutes before filling them—the temperature difference helps the layers stay more distinct and the drink stays colder longer.
  • Make the mango layer first and let it set in the fridge for ten minutes while you prep the others; it sets slightly and becomes an even better platform for layering.
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