Ingredients
Scale
Liquid Base (for all layers, use approximately 1/4 – 1/2 cup per layer, adjust as needed for blendability and thickness):
- Unsweetened almond milk, coconut milk, oat milk, or coconut water.
- Plain yogurt (dairy or non-dairy) can be added for extra creaminess and protein (about 1-2 tbsp per layer).
Red Layer:
- 1 cup frozen strawberries
- 1/2 cup frozen raspberries
- 1/4 cup liquid of choice
- Optional: 1 tbsp beet juice or a small piece of cooked beet for intense red color (will add earthy notes)
Orange Layer:
- 1 cup frozen mango chunks
- 1/2 frozen orange, peeled and segmented (or 1/2 cup frozen peach slices)
- 1/4 small carrot, chopped (optional, for color and nutrients)
- 1/4 cup liquid of choice
Yellow Layer:
- 1 cup frozen pineapple chunks
- 1/2 frozen banana (adds creaminess and sweetness)
- 1/4 cup liquid of choice
- Optional: a tiny pinch of turmeric for vibrant yellow (use sparingly)
Green Layer:
- 1 cup frozen mango or pineapple chunks (for sweetness and to mask spinach flavor)
- 1 large handful fresh spinach (or kale, stems removed)
- 1/2 frozen banana
- 1/4 avocado (for creaminess and healthy fats, optional)
- 1/4 – 1/2 cup liquid of choice
Blue/Purple Layer (Choose one option):
- Option 1 (Purple):
- 1 cup frozen blueberries
- 1/2 cup frozen blackberries
- 1/4 cup liquid of choice
- Option 2 (Blue – more advanced):
- 1 cup frozen pineapple or banana (light-colored base)
- 1/2 tsp blue spirulina powder (or 1 tsp butterfly pea flower powder steeped in 2 tbsp hot water, then cooled and strained)
- 1/4 cup liquid of choice
Optional Sweetener (if fruits aren’t sweet enough):
- 1–2 tsp maple syrup, agave nectar, or a pitted Medjool date per layer (add to taste)
Optional Toppings:
- Fresh berries
- Sliced kiwi
- Toasted coconut flakes
- Chia seeds
- Granola
- Edible flowers
Instructions
Preparation is Key:
- Gather & Prep: Ensure all your fruits are frozen solid. Chop any fresh ingredients as needed. Have your liquid base ready.
- Glassware: Chill your serving glasses in the freezer for about 10-15 minutes. This helps keep the layers distinct and cold.
Blending the Layers (Rinse blender thoroughly between each layer):
- Red Layer:
- Add frozen strawberries, raspberries, (optional beet), and 1/4 cup of your chosen liquid to the blender.
- Blend until completely smooth and thick. If it’s too thick to blend, add liquid 1 tablespoon at a time. If too thin, add a few more frozen berries or a couple of ice cubes.
- Carefully pour or spoon the red layer into the bottom of your chilled glasses, dividing equally. Place glasses in the freezer while you prepare the next layer to help it set.
- Orange Layer:
- Rinse the blender thoroughly.
- Add frozen mango, orange (or peaches), (optional carrot), and 1/4 cup liquid.
- Blend until smooth and thick. Adjust consistency as needed.
- Gently pour or spoon the orange layer over the red layer. Pouring over the back of a spoon held close to the previous layer can help prevent mixing. Return glasses to the freezer.
- Yellow Layer:
- Rinse the blender.
- Add frozen pineapple, frozen banana, (optional turmeric), and 1/4 cup liquid.
- Blend until smooth and thick.
- Carefully pour or spoon the yellow layer over the orange layer. Return glasses to the freezer.
- Green Layer:
- Rinse the blender.
- Add frozen mango/pineapple, spinach/kale, frozen banana, (optional avocado), and 1/4 – 1/2 cup liquid (spinach can require a bit more liquid).
- Blend until completely smooth – you don’t want any leafy bits!
- Gently pour or spoon the green layer over the yellow layer. Return glasses to the freezer.
- Blue/Purple Layer:
- Rinse the blender.
- For Purple: Add frozen blueberries, blackberries, and 1/4 cup liquid. Blend until smooth.
- For Blue: Add frozen pineapple/banana, blue spirulina (or cooled butterfly pea flower tea), and 1/4 cup liquid. Blend until smooth.
- Carefully pour or spoon the blue/purple layer over the green layer.
- Garnish and Serve:
- Once all layers are in, you can garnish with fresh fruit, coconut flakes, or seeds.
- Serve immediately with a wide straw and a long spoon!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: One Normal Portion
- Calories: 350-450