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Claire Donohue

Process Analysis

12 October 2020

How to Make the Best Smoothie Ever

Smoothies are the total package. They can be personalized, with hundreds of different

fruits and combinations. Smoothies can be an entire meal in one, when you just are too tired to

cook. Smoothies are tasty, diverse, and nutritious. However, there is one smoothie that rises

above all others-- both in flavor, consistency, and in sustenance. It is essential that you learn how

to make this smoothie at home, for yourself, for your family and friends, and to impress your

guests.

The first and most boring step in making the best smoothie is to gather your ingredients.

Although smoothies are able to be adjusted to fit each and every person’s taste buds, this recipe

calls for frozen strawberries, peaches, and raspberries, as well as apple juice and almond milk

(optional for extra protein!). You will also need a strong blender, as cheap blenders stand no

chance against the impenetrable frozen fruit.

After you have assembled all of your ingredients, it is most effective to pour the liquids

into the blender; this way, it will soften the blow on the machine’s short metal blades. Start by

filling the blender between a quarter of an inch to a half of an inch up with apple juice. If you

have opted for the more protein packed almond milk, add only a dash or two. The next step is to

add the frozen fruit. Begin with the peaches, transferring a generous handful from the bag to the

blender; this should be the most plentiful fruit in your smoothie. Next, add around five whole

strawberries. Finally, cautiously sprinkle raspberries into your blender. A little bit goes a long

way, and if you are not careful, the raspberry flavor will overpower your entire smoothie.
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Now that the smoothie’s contents have been thrown into the blender, you are ready to

begin the most difficult part of the process: blending. Do not forget to put the lid on the machine,

or else you will create a fruit bloodbath all over your kitchen counters, cabinets, and floor. Once

the lid is secured, turn the blender onto the lowest setting. If the smoothie comes to a standstill,

and the blender is stuck, use a spoon to mix around the contents. Chances are, you will have to

repeat this process countless times unless you add enough liquid-- which is usually much more

than expected. When the smoothie is finally blending smoothly and consistently, turn the speed

up until it is on the medium or high setting; this will ensure that there are virtually no chunks of

fruit left unblended (No matter how tasty a smoothie is, half-frozen fruit chunks surely ruin it.).

Now that the smoothie is complete, using a spoon, transfer it into a cup, bowl, or even a mason

jar.

The absolute best part of the smoothie-making process has finally arrived, the part in

which you let loose and adhere to your own rules. It is time to add your toppings. While

smoothie toppings are virtually limitless-- anything from sliced almonds to cacao nibs to

shredded coconut-- this recipe calls for granola, chia seeds, and miniature chocolate chips. The

supreme topping, granola, should be scattered abundantly on top of the smoothie. Next, add

about a tablespoon of chocolate chips (or a handful if that’s what you’re into), and plenty of

super-nutritious chia seed. Do not forget to snap a photo of your gorgeous creation and post it on

Instagram.

Smoothies may taste like dessert, however, they are much more than that. Perfect for both

snacks and meals, full of vitamins and minerals, easy to make, and customizable, smoothies are

an essential part of anyone’s diet and skillset. Next time you find yourself craving something

sweet, whip out this recipe for instant satisfaction. You could even try experimenting with your
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own fruits and juices-- maybe one day you will come up with something almost as good as this

one.