Tropical Sunset Smoothie (Printable version)

Vibrant layered mango, passion fruit, and orange drink with creamy texture and tropical flavors.

# Ingredient list:

→ 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 (from about 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)

# Step-by-step guide:

01 - Clean three blending containers or rinse the blender thoroughly between uses.
02 - Combine mango, Greek yogurt, honey, and water; blend until smooth and thick. Pour evenly into the bottom of two clear glasses.
03 - Blend passion fruit pulp with Greek yogurt and honey until creamy. Carefully spoon or pour over the mango layer to form a distinct line.
04 - Blend freshly squeezed orange juice, Greek yogurt, and honey until smooth. Gently layer atop the passion fruit mixture.
05 - Tilt the glass slightly and pour each layer slowly, using the back of a spoon to maintain defined layers without mixing.
06 - Garnish with fresh fruit slices or a sprig of mint if desired. Serve immediately.

# Expert tips:

01 -
  • Three bold fruit flavors blend seamlessly with creamy yogurt, tasting like a Caribbean escape in a glass.
  • The ombré effect is genuinely achievable at home—no special skills required, just patience and clear glasses.
  • Ready in ten minutes, naturally dairy-free friendly, and honestly feels like you've done something impressive.
02 -
  • Frozen fruit is your secret weapon—it creates thicker, more defined layers that hold their boundaries instead of bleeding into each other like watercolors.
  • Temperature matters surprisingly: chilled yogurt and glasses straight from the fridge make layers more stable and the whole thing more refreshing.
03 -
  • Prepare all three blended mixtures in advance and chill them separately; assembling layers is faster and cleaner than switching between blending and pouring.
  • If you're layering and the fruit is still mixing too much, try pouring over the back of a spoon held just above the previous layer—this breaks the momentum and helps each layer settle in place.
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