Favorite Sweet Potato Smoothie

I love to mix up the veggies in our toddler smoothies during the colder months, and reaching for comforting ingredients like sweet potato just feels right. My toddler and I share this smoothie at snack time or at breakfast, and it’s creamy and flavorful. This sweet potato smoothie is also super easy to drink from either a toddler cup or reusable pouch. This is a great way to use up a little leftover Crock Pot Sweet Potatoes or Sweet Potato Baby Food—or a good reason to make some. (You may also like Sweet Potato Teething Biscuits, Avocado Mango Smoothie, Raspberry Smoothie, Mango Smoothie, and Strawberry Smoothie.)

Ingredients You Need

To make this sweet potato smoothie, you’ll need the following ingredients on hand and ready to go.

Yogurt: You can use plain or vanilla regular or Greek yogurt. Sweet Potato Puree: Mashed and cooled so it’s not hot when you add it to the blender. You can use leftover or make it ahead of time. Orange juice: Any type will work. This adds a lot of flavor. If you prefer, you can use milk instead. Hemp seeds: These are optional, but they’re an easy way to add extra protein and fat. Optional: Almond butter, frozen banana slices (for extra creaminess), or protein powder for kids.

TIP: The citrus keeps the flavor bright, and the pumpkin pie spice adds that perfect-for-fall flavor.

Step-by-Step Instructions

The process of making this Sweet Potato Smoothie is SO easy! Here’s an overview. Scroll down to the end of this post for the full information, including the amounts and the timing. TIP: The sweet potato should be cooled completely to ensure the final smoothie is cold.

Serving Suggestions

If this is a toddler snack, you can serve it by itself. If it’s a toddler breakfast and your toddler tends to be hungry in the morning, try a piece of whole grain toast, a whole grain muffin for kids, or another complex carbohydrate to balance out the ingredients in the smoothie. A hard-cooked egg works, too.

How to Store

Store the sweet potato smoothie in an airtight container for up to 24 hours in the fridge. Smoothies are best served right after making, but you can also use tips for storing leftover smoothies for more ideas, too.

Best Tips for Success

Make the sweet potato puree ahead and chill before using in this recipe. Or, use crock pot sweet potatoes to make the prep work easy. Use nondairy yogurt to make this recipe dairy-free. You can use purchased or freshly squeezed orange juice. Serve in a small open cup or a reusable pouch. Serve with a whole grain such as toast, my Graham Crackers recipe, Yogurt Pancakes, or a Homemade Granola Bar.

I’d love to hear if you make this recipe, so please comment below with your feedback!