Time-Saving Tip: Freeze Smoothie Ingredients in Muffin Tins

Emily Han
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Emily Han is a Los Angeles-based recipe developer, educator, herbalist, and author of Wild Drinks & Cocktails and co-author of Wild Remedies. For recipes and classes, check out her personal site.
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Whether you enjoy drinking smoothies for breakfast, lunch, or snack, you can always have a delicious one ready to go with this time-saving tip from Muffin Tin Mania.

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Instead of rounding up smoothie ingredients such as bananas, greens, and protein powder on the spot, Muffin Tin Mania’s Matt Kadey recommends blending a batch ahead of time. Freeze the mixture in muffin tins and then store in a zip-top bag for later. When you’re in the mood for a smoothie, you can quickly toss a couple of these frozen smoothie cups in a blender with liquid such as water, coconut water, or milk.

Matt says he prefers silicone muffin cups, which are easier to unmold. If you use metal pans, you might need to place the tray in warm water for a few seconds.

Recipes at Muffin Tin Mania:
• Coconut Green Smoothie Cups
• Java Chocolate Smoothie Cups
• Avocado Green Smoothie Cups

Related: 5 Smooth & Summery Smoothies

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