I’ve always been a fan of smoothies. So much so in high school, I worked at a local Smoothie King shop. I made every smoothie recipe on the menu, but my favorite was their Angel Food Smoothie, a strawberry banana smoothie with turbinado sugar and the perfect ratio of nonfat milk to add creaminess. With no trace of angel food cake in the smoothie, their Angel Food Smoothie still tasted like heaven.
When I think about this Angel Food Smoothie, it takes me back to a warm Texas morning in my ’98 dark green boxy Jetta, windows down, singing to Pink at the top of my lungs on the way to work a shift at Smoothie King. Singing lyrics that were far too raw for my fairly happy upbringing, minus the typical high school breakups that left me moodier than PMS.
It ain’t easy growin up in World War III Never knowin what love could be, you’ll see I don’t want love to destroy me like it has done my family —PINK
I grew up in a self-constructed utopian bubble, full of creamy strawberry banana Angel Food smoothies. Pink was the lesson on juxtaposition I was learning in art class, where these two opposing objects show up in a painting at the same time. Her lyrics slowly began deconstructing my creamy, pink bubble, showing me a world outside my own—a world without $5 pink Angel Food strawberry banana smoothies, cute straws, happy families, and white picket fences.
That bubble has slowly been deconstructed in my adult years. Now I’m trying to figure out how to give my little girl pink Angel Food smoothies, just like the ones from my Smoothie King days, with cute paper straws but in even cuter glasses, while also teaching her there’s another shade of pink to life. A shade that’s just as real and important, a shade that will inevitably show up in her own life. Our pastor calls this “the holy mix.” The hard stuff in life is always right next to the good stuff. It’s the lesson on juxtaposition from art class. It’s singing Pink lyrics while sipping on an Angel Food Smoothie in highschool. Maybe you can’t have one without the other. Maybe that too is good.
I can’t remember Smoothie King’s recipe exactly. It’s been a good 10+ years since I worked there, but here’s my rendition. There’s no angel food cake in the smoothie. It should probably be renamed Strawberry Banana Smoothie, but that would be boring. Ample ice and a little water is necessary for the proper smoothie consistency. And if your smoothie burps a bubble at the end of the blend, you’ll know it’s perfect.
To your high-powered blender or Vitamix, add in all ingredients in the order listed, beginning with water and ending with ice (water, fruit, powders, ice).
Begin blending on low speed for about 30 seconds to bring ice to the bottom of the blender to begin crushing. Slowly turn speed up to high and blend for about a minute or more. You shouldn’t be able to hear ice crushing and the smoothie should have a swirl pattern at the top, coming together and dipping in the middle.
Turn machine off. Smoothie should burp (or a bubble should pop). Sometimes it takes a stern rock of the blender container for this to happen. If your smoothie to too bubbly, add a bit more ice. If your smoothie is too thick, add a bit more water. Note, consistency will vary a bit based on the size of the fruit and ice cubes as well as the power of the blender.
Notes
Here’s a couple add-in ideas:
• Under the weather? Break open an echinacea tablet into your smoothie as you add the other powders.
• In need of extra folic acid? Add in a tablespoon of wheat germ.
• Protein lover? Add in a tablespoon of plain protein. Note, this will change the texture of the smoothie. Protein yields a fluffier, more airy smoothie.
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This strawberry banana smoothie is an option for breakfast or an afternoon pick-me-up.
If you have kids, have them help out by cutting up the fresh strawberry and banana slices and putting them into some freezer containers to have smoothie packs at the ready.
Try adding in other fruit options (blueberries, raspberries, or clementines) in addition to the banana and strawberry pieces.
Feeling under the weather or fighting a cold? Throw in ginger or echinacea powder to supercharge your immune system.
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I am addicted to the smoothie king angel food smoothie. I get mine without turbinado. Sometimes I get 2 a day like this vs eating. But after reading all the reviews of your recipe, I look forward to trying this. I’m also in need of losing what I’ve gained (possibly from all the smoothies I order?). What can I do to your receipt to cut carbs or whatever is causing this weight gain?? Can’t wait to try it
I’m apparently late to the game here, since this recipe was published a while ago and I only just tried it, but WOW. I love the Smoothie King Angel Food smoothie, and this tastes JUST like it, and with ingredients I had at home. THANK YOU. And just in time for summer 🙂
My favorite smoothie recipe. I try to make it a bit Paleo/Vegan by using powdered coconut milk and monkfruit as a sweetener. Perfect for after workouts.
Powdered coconut milk is genius! I didn’t even know it existed. Thanks for the tip and I’m so happy you like this recipe and put your smart spin on it!
The Angel Food smoothie from Smoothie King is my absolute favorite! I bought my first blender this week and decided to finally try and make one for myself. I tried a different recipe first with the same ingredients, and it was “okay” but was a bit off. This recipe hits the nail right on the head and is perfect. I was in love as soon as it poured from the blender! I’ve been making smoothies all week with this recipe! Thank you!
I just found this post, and I wanted to thank you from the bottom of my heart for this recipe! I have an angel food everyday as a meal replacement, and Christmas Eve and Christmas Day are inconvenient since all the stores are closed. In my search for a recipe I found this post, and after tasting how amazing your recipe is, I’m starting to wonder if I should keep paying every day for an Angel Food @ Smoothie King since now I can make one that’s just as good, if not better at home!
The tip about the ‘burp’ was extremely helpful. I’m starting to think that my previous failures had to do with not blending correctly and/or not blending long enough. So thanks for that!! 🙂
Again, THANK YOU so much for your recipe!! 🙂
P.S. – I substituted 1/2 cup of non-dairy creamer for the 2 tbsp of powdered milk, and used light brown sugar in lieu of Sugar In The Raw/Turbinado. It came out great!!
My son is borderline autistic and this is his absolute FAVORITE smoothie from SK and we’ve tried recreating it at home, and failed, many times. I’m so happy I found this recipe! I’m going to have to try it and see what he thinks!!!
This recipe looks great!! Im completely addicted to smoothie Kings Power Punch plus , and bought all the ingredients and can never get it right 🙁 I will try this one as soon as i get home ! Thanks 🙂 Vicky C
Hi! I actually just discovered the angle food smoothie from Smoothie King about a week ago. I couldn’t stop going back to get them so I searched for recipes and came across this blog post, thanks so much for sharing! I just made it, and it did taste much like it, however for some reason it was not really cold and really foamy. The foam texture was more of a concern than the temperature. Any idea what I may have done wrong? I did use protein but as listed in the recipe. Thank you!!
Hmm, I’m thinking it has to do with the ice and blender. Some blenders don’t handle ice as well. They take longer to blend the ice yielding a foamy result. But if you have a high-powered blender (like a Vitamix or Blendtec), you may want to try adding a bit more ice. Hope this helps! Let me know if it’s still not working and I’ll do more digging.
Brilliant….oy vey, can relate to your high school times……so, this smoothie sounds good…does the milk powder give it the angel food effect? Did Smoothie King ever use eggs? I remember a smoothie place called Orange Julius that had egg in their smoothies, would make it really frothy. Yum. Going to get powder and go for it this week! x
That’s a good question. I think not, only because they used the milk powder in all the smoothies. I could never figure out if it was a money saver or a texture secret. Ever since working there though, I always use milk powder. The name of the smoothie is entirely misleading. Good thing it tastes so good 🙂 You’ll have to let me know what you think! And I don’t think they did any eggs in the smoothies, however, some of them had an egg protein powder. Money saver again?
Hmm… never put water in my smoothies before. Usually juice or non-dairy milk. I’ll have to listen for the burp next time too… I have never noticed before!
I, too, once worked at Hallmark. Working there was like a “little pink bubble of it’s own”. I loved working there… except for my boss! This looks so good – and so good for you!
Ooo…I’ll have to find some dry milk powder to add to my smoothie routine. Love the sound of this flavor combo! I’m sure you’ll be such a good mom and know what’s best 🙂
YOU. Love you, lady. Loving the little miss more and more every day too. How cool is it that these little humans have hundreds, thousands of cheerleaders before they ever arrive. Seriously. I think it’s pretty special. So much good juju. My first job was at Ben & Jerry’s, I think I ate my weight in Cherry Garcia that summer. Back when my metabolism was a workhorse. I’ve never been to a Smoothie King! I’m not sure we had those out in CA. Love the nostalgia in this recipe. 🙂
Huge fan of homemade smoothies and love the accompanying story – my first ‘job’ (if you can call it that, it certainly didn’t feel like work at the time) was singing in the children’s choir when the musical Joseph was first shown in Germany. Although rehearsals and performances took up a lot of time for a 10 year old, I loved being on stage (and being backstage!) and the money I earned helped to pay for my first camera (carefully selected with my dad who took me (without my 3 siblings!) to a camera shop so we could carefully assess all the options!).
It’ll definitely change the flavor and consistency of the smoothie, but you can sub the water and powdered milk for regular milk. We keep powdered milk on hand just for smoothies, but don’t really use it for anything else, so I hear ya!
This post makes me feel old….Pink was not on the radio when I was in high school…or college. I can thank Madonna for making me realize there was more in the world to experience than the life i had grown up knowing. Great post, you’re going to be a wonderful mother!
Smoothie king was my first job. I think you have the recipe exact! 😉 I still remember the smell, it was a great first job perfect place to get my feet wet for the rest of the world ahead of me.
Working at a Hallmark was my very first job! The little old ladies who ran the store would let me eat a caramel on every shift, and I remember getting lost reading all the cards while I was supposed to be straightening up. I used to wonder when it would be my turn to purchase or receive wedding shower, baby shower, sympathy, or “You’re My Best Friend!” cards. Life brings us all these things and more, and I think a sweet pink bubble is a just fine for our babes to grow up in, as long as we demonstrate compassion, perseverance and strength for the times in life when that bubble bursts open. P.S. I live in Minneapolis just like Sarah K., and I recognize your mug from one of my favorite little local shops!
so entertaining to think of jobs past, right? I worked at a spin studio and had to clean up after strangers sweaty bodies. Making smoothies sounds like it would have been a bit more enjoyable. Nonfat milk powder…interesting. I will take your word for it, smoothie queen. Love the “to much is given, much is expected” and Kelsey’s, of course. I always need reminders.
This is such a sweet post, Melissa. I grew up in the same sort of safe., happy bubble and always felt a little jilted out of a more “urban”, culturally rich upbringing where I hung out with leather-clad hooligans who smoked DuMaurier cigarettes and stayed out past 9pm on school nights. Alas, it’s nice to have those cozy memories of happy, simple childhood/teenage-hood. Life seems to have it’s own way of providing you with the more rugged terrain others experienced far too early.
Your little girl is lucky to have you for all the shades of pink to come. <3
I am addicted to the smoothie king angel food smoothie. I get mine without turbinado. Sometimes I get 2 a day like this vs eating. But after reading all the reviews of your recipe, I look forward to trying this. I’m also in need of losing what I’ve gained (possibly from all the smoothies I order?). What can I do to your receipt to cut carbs or whatever is causing this weight gain?? Can’t wait to try it
★★★★★
I’m apparently late to the game here, since this recipe was published a while ago and I only just tried it, but WOW. I love the Smoothie King Angel Food smoothie, and this tastes JUST like it, and with ingredients I had at home. THANK YOU. And just in time for summer 🙂
My favorite smoothie recipe. I try to make it a bit Paleo/Vegan by using powdered coconut milk and monkfruit as a sweetener. Perfect for after workouts.
★★★★★
Powdered coconut milk is genius! I didn’t even know it existed. Thanks for the tip and I’m so happy you like this recipe and put your smart spin on it!
The Angel Food smoothie from Smoothie King is my absolute favorite! I bought my first blender this week and decided to finally try and make one for myself. I tried a different recipe first with the same ingredients, and it was “okay” but was a bit off. This recipe hits the nail right on the head and is perfect. I was in love as soon as it poured from the blender! I’ve been making smoothies all week with this recipe! Thank you!
★★★★★
which vitamix do you use? i need to buy a new one since my daughter took mine!
★★★★★
We have the Ascent Series but our orginial machine, that is now in a rental property, was a refurbished 13+ year old machine and it still works great!
I just found this post, and I wanted to thank you from the bottom of my heart for this recipe! I have an angel food everyday as a meal replacement, and Christmas Eve and Christmas Day are inconvenient since all the stores are closed. In my search for a recipe I found this post, and after tasting how amazing your recipe is, I’m starting to wonder if I should keep paying every day for an Angel Food @ Smoothie King since now I can make one that’s just as good, if not better at home!
The tip about the ‘burp’ was extremely helpful. I’m starting to think that my previous failures had to do with not blending correctly and/or not blending long enough. So thanks for that!! 🙂
Again, THANK YOU so much for your recipe!!
🙂
P.S. – I substituted 1/2 cup of non-dairy creamer for the 2 tbsp of powdered milk, and used light brown sugar in lieu of Sugar In The Raw/Turbinado. It came out great!!
My son is borderline autistic and this is his absolute FAVORITE smoothie from SK and we’ve tried recreating it at home, and failed, many times. I’m so happy I found this recipe! I’m going to have to try it and see what he thinks!!!
This recipe looks great!! Im completely addicted to smoothie Kings Power Punch plus , and bought all the ingredients and can never get it right 🙁 I will try this one as soon as i get home ! Thanks 🙂 Vicky C
Hi!
I actually just discovered the angle food smoothie from Smoothie King about a week ago. I couldn’t stop going back to get them so I searched for recipes and came across this blog post, thanks so much for sharing! I just made it, and it did taste much like it, however for some reason it was not really cold and really foamy. The foam texture was more of a concern than the temperature. Any idea what I may have done wrong? I did use protein but as listed in the recipe. Thank you!!
Hmm, I’m thinking it has to do with the ice and blender. Some blenders don’t handle ice as well. They take longer to blend the ice yielding a foamy result. But if you have a high-powered blender (like a Vitamix or Blendtec), you may want to try adding a bit more ice. Hope this helps! Let me know if it’s still not working and I’ll do more digging.
I’m obsessed with Angel Food from Smoothie King, so I just made this and have died and gone to heaven! Thank you sooooo much!
So glad you liked it!
Brilliant….oy vey, can relate to your high school times……so, this smoothie sounds good…does the milk powder give it the angel food effect? Did Smoothie King ever use eggs? I remember a smoothie place called Orange Julius that had egg in their smoothies, would make it really frothy. Yum. Going to get powder and go for it this week! x
That’s a good question. I think not, only because they used the milk powder in all the smoothies. I could never figure out if it was a money saver or a texture secret. Ever since working there though, I always use milk powder. The name of the smoothie is entirely misleading. Good thing it tastes so good 🙂 You’ll have to let me know what you think! And I don’t think they did any eggs in the smoothies, however, some of them had an egg protein powder. Money saver again?
Hmm… never put water in my smoothies before. Usually juice or non-dairy milk. I’ll have to listen for the burp next time too… I have never noticed before!
I, too, once worked at Hallmark. Working there was like a “little pink bubble of it’s own”. I loved working there… except for my boss! This looks so good – and so good for you!
Ooo…I’ll have to find some dry milk powder to add to my smoothie routine. Love the sound of this flavor combo! I’m sure you’ll be such a good mom and know what’s best 🙂
YOU. Love you, lady. Loving the little miss more and more every day too. How cool is it that these little humans have hundreds, thousands of cheerleaders before they ever arrive. Seriously. I think it’s pretty special. So much good juju. My first job was at Ben & Jerry’s, I think I ate my weight in Cherry Garcia that summer. Back when my metabolism was a workhorse. I’ve never been to a Smoothie King! I’m not sure we had those out in CA. Love the nostalgia in this recipe. 🙂
Hugs, my friend.
Huge fan of homemade smoothies and love the accompanying story – my first ‘job’ (if you can call it that, it certainly didn’t feel like work at the time) was singing in the children’s choir when the musical Joseph was first shown in Germany. Although rehearsals and performances took up a lot of time for a 10 year old, I loved being on stage (and being backstage!) and the money I earned helped to pay for my first camera (carefully selected with my dad who took me (without my 3 siblings!) to a camera shop so we could carefully assess all the options!).
What a cute post and this smoothie sounds delicious!
Now that is a smoothie, it is so gorgeous!
This sounds so good! I always use yogurt in my smoothies, but will have to try some milk powder. And, I’m glad you like your glass! 🙂
I love the name— it adds to the mystique of this beautiful pink drink.
Any substitution suggestions for the milk powder? I don’t usually have it on hand! Thanks!
It’ll definitely change the flavor and consistency of the smoothie, but you can sub the water and powdered milk for regular milk. We keep powdered milk on hand just for smoothies, but don’t really use it for anything else, so I hear ya!
This post makes me feel old….Pink was not on the radio when I was in high school…or college. I can thank Madonna for making me realize there was more in the world to experience than the life i had grown up knowing. Great post, you’re going to be a wonderful mother!
Smoothie king was my first job. I think you have the recipe exact! 😉 I still remember the smell, it was a great first job perfect place to get my feet wet for the rest of the world ahead of me.
Lacey , I see you worked at smoothie King also!!Well im desperate for the recipe to the Power Punch Plus if you remeber it!!!! Thanks 🙂
Working at a Hallmark was my very first job! The little old ladies who ran the store would let me eat a caramel on every shift, and I remember getting lost reading all the cards while I was supposed to be straightening up. I used to wonder when it would be my turn to purchase or receive wedding shower, baby shower, sympathy, or “You’re My Best Friend!” cards. Life brings us all these things and more, and I think a sweet pink bubble is a just fine for our babes to grow up in, as long as we demonstrate compassion, perseverance and strength for the times in life when that bubble bursts open.
P.S. I live in Minneapolis just like Sarah K., and I recognize your mug from one of my favorite little local shops!
This looks fabulous! I’ve never been to a smoothie king, but know I would like this anyway! Also, I used to listen to a lot of Pink too…so good.
This sounds ridiculously good. Thanks lady!
I’ve never heard of such a creation, but these are going on my “to make and consume” list! Beautiful pics and post, again.
Yum! This sounds delicious…even without any cake!
Love all the pink in this! Great post. Also, smoothies that burp are always the best 😉
I absolutely loved your words in this post and can relate on every level [except the being preggo thing ;)]. Also, this smoothie? Yes.
so entertaining to think of jobs past, right? I worked at a spin studio and had to clean up after strangers sweaty bodies. Making smoothies sounds like it would have been a bit more enjoyable. Nonfat milk powder…interesting. I will take your word for it, smoothie queen. Love the “to much is given, much is expected” and Kelsey’s, of course. I always need reminders.
This is such a sweet post, Melissa. I grew up in the same sort of safe., happy bubble and always felt a little jilted out of a more “urban”, culturally rich upbringing where I hung out with leather-clad hooligans who smoked DuMaurier cigarettes and stayed out past 9pm on school nights. Alas, it’s nice to have those cozy memories of happy, simple childhood/teenage-hood. Life seems to have it’s own way of providing you with the more rugged terrain others experienced far too early.
Your little girl is lucky to have you for all the shades of pink to come. <3