Health and Wellness

4 Smoothie Recipes You Can Make This Holiday Season with Breville Kinetix Twist

December 16, 2024 / by Marhiel Garrote / 3 mins read

The holiday season is a great time for joy and celebration and, of course, for enjoying delicious treats. But who says those treats can't be healthy, too? This year, elevate your holiday gatherings with refreshing and nutritious smoothies,

 

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Want a healthy and delicious drink or smoothie that is easy to make? Breville Kinetix Twist can help! With this product, you can create smooth, creamy, and flavorful smoothies that will delight you and everyone. Here are a few delicious recipes featuring easy-to-find local ingredients, adding a festive touch to your holiday season.

 

  1. Festive Berry Burst

 

Celebrate the holidays with a burst of local berry goodness! This refreshing treat combines the tartness of strawberry and the sweetness of banana lakatan. 

Ingredients: 

  • 1 cup of strawberry

  • 1 ripe banana (lakatan)

  • ½ cup of fresh calamansi juice (or orange/dalandan juice) 

  • ½ cup of plain yogurt

  • 1 tablespoon of honey (optional)

 

Instructions:  

  1. Add all the ingredients to the Breville Kinetix Twist and blend until smooth. 

  2. Pour into a glass and enjoy.

 

  1. Tropical Holiday Escape

 

Bring the “Pantropiko” vibe to your home with this smoothie! Featuring the flavors of mango and pineapple, this drink will transport you to a sunny paradise, even in the midst of the cooler season. You can always buy these fruits from your local market or grocery store, so it’s easy to make.

Ingredients: 

  • 1 cup ripe mango (peeled and chopped)

  • ½ cup fresh pineapple chunks

  • ½ cup coconut milk 

  • ½ cup pineapple juice

  • A handful of ice cubes

 

Instructions

  1. Combine all the ingredients in the Breville Kinetix Twist and blend until smooth. 

  2. Serve in a glass, garnished with a slice of pineapple or mango. 

 

  1. Cinnamon Saging Smoothie

 

This smoothie combines the comforting flavors of saging na saba and cinnamon, making it a cozy drink, perfect for cooler BER nights.

Ingredients: 

  • 1 ripe saging na saba (sliced)

  • ½ cup pinipig (toasted rice flakes)

  • ½ cup milk

  • ½ teaspoon cinnamon 

  • ¼ cup plain yogurt 

  • 1 tablespoon of sugar 

 

Instructions:

  1. Blend all the ingredients on the Breville Kinetix Twist until creamy. 

  2. Pour into a glass and sprinkle with extra cinnamon or pinipig for added texture. 

 

  1. Choco-Peppermint Delight 

 

For a festive sweet treat, try this choco-peppermint smoothie. Featuring tablea (local cacao) and a touch of peppermint extract, it's the perfect balance of sweet and invigorating.

Ingredients: 

  • 1 ripe banana (lakatan)

  • 1 tablespoon tablea (melted)

  • ½ teaspoon peppermint extract 

  • 1 cup milk 

  • ¼ cup plain yogurt

  • A handful of ice cubes

Instructions: 

  1. Blend all the ingredients in the Breville Kinetix Twist until smooth. 

  2. Serve with a dollop of whipped cream, a sprinkle of crushed peppermint candy, or a crushed Tablea for garnish. 

 

With the Breville Kinetix Twist, making delicious and nutritious smoothies with local ingredients is a breeze. These holiday-themed recipes are not only a treat for your taste buds but also a festive addition to your celebrations.

Tip: The Breville Kinetix Twist is available at the Next Upgrade Shop for a great price, making your holiday gatherings even more special!


Author

AUTHOR

Marhiel Garrote

Editorial Assistant / Contributing Writer

Marhiel is the Editorial Assistant at Next Upgrade, ensuring that everything runs smoothly within the editorial team. She is a graduate of BA Filipinology from the Polytechnic University of the Philippines, with experience in both traditional and online publishing. Her poems have been published in various literary journals and zines. She also served as the editor of a book featuring a collection of works by PUP women writers.

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