Blueberry Cinnamon Kefir Smoothie

Blueberry Cinnamon Kefir Smoothie is healthy and delicious! It’s easy to make and packed with immune-boosting probiotics for better gut health.

What is Blueberry Cinnamon Kefir Smoothie?

Blueberry cinnamon kefir smoothie is a gut-friendly probiotic drink packed full of nutrients—and it’s SO tasty!

It packs a nutritional punch and is made with blueberries, egg yolks, kefir, cinnamon, honey, and coconut oil.

One of my favorite ways to make gut-boosting smoothies is with frozen fruit as it means that I have ingredients on hand to whip up a smoothie at any time.

This delicious Blueberry Cinnamon Kefir Smoothie comes together in no time and is the perfect quick breakfast or snack during the Full GAPS Diet.

Why kefir?

Our microbiome is impacted every day, whether it’s from stress, processed foods, antibiotics, or illness. Kefir is a great way to help repopulate the gut with beneficial bacteria and yeasts.

Kefir is full of vitamins B1, B12, K, folic acid, calcium, and amino acids (source), is soothing and healing to the digestion system, great for skin problems, and rebalancing the immune system. And so much MORE!

You can learn how to make milk kefir here.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

It’s quick and easy – 5 simple ingredients into the blender and you have a healthy nutrient packed breakfast or snack.

It’s good for you – Kefir is packed full of probiotic benefits that makes maintaining a healthy gut microbiome fun.

It’s nutrient-packed – With the combo of frozen blueberries, kefir, and egg yolks this smoothie is bursting with protein, probiotics, vitamins and antioxidants.

Blueberry Cinnamon Kefir Smoothie and the GAPS Diet

Nutrient-dense smoothies like this blueberry cinnamon kefir smoothie are an easy way to incorporate more egg yolks, fats and kefir into your daily routine on the Full GAPS Diet without lots of prep time in the kitchen.  

Milk kefir on the GAPS Diet is the ultimate fermented dairy drink and is essential like other fermented foods as it helps to normalize your gut flora, improve balance, and increase diversity of microbes. Dr Natasha says that a cup of kefir every day is one of the best preventative remedies for any illness (Gut and Physiology Syndrome, p240).

One serving of blueberry cinnamon kefir smoothie has more probiotics than an entire bottle of expensive probiotic supplements!

Ingredients

Raw egg yolks – Packed with protein, healthy fat, numerous vitamins, zinc,and magnesium and that is so easy to be absorbed by the body that they are often equated with breastmilk.

Frozen blueberries – Organic blueberries are a must to have on hand to quickly make this smoothie.

Plain, unsweetened milk kefir – homemade kefir is the best but you can use storebought too.

A full ingredient list with exact amounts can be found in the recipe card below.

Tools You May Need

High-speed blender

How to Make Blueberry Cinnamon Kefir Smoothie

This recipe is incredibly easy to make! Follow along below for the full how-to.

Separate the egg yolks from the whites, discard the whites, and add the yolks to a blender.

Add the blueberries, kefir, cinnamon, and honey to the blender, then process until smooth.

Recipe Variations and Modifications

Increase the fat – Add more coconut oil and egg yolks to tolerance and taste preference, or use kefir cream instead.

Swap the blueberries – Try strawberries, raspberries, blackberries, or a combination.

Dairy-free – Use coconut milk kefir instead.

How to Serve and Store for Later

Blueberry cinnamon kefir smoothie is best enjoyed right away from your favorite glass and I like mine with a fun straw too.

Made too much to drink all at once? No problem store in an airtight container in the fridge, shake before drinking; or freeze in popsicles molds for later.

How to Introduce

If you are a homemade kefir regular, you can consume to tolerance straight off the bat.

If you are totally new to fermented foods like milk kefir then you will need to introduce it slowly to minimize any die-off reactions as milk kefir is a probiotic powerhouse. Dr Natasha says to start with tiny amounts (1 teaspoon or less) of milk kefir, then observe for symptoms for 2-3 days. If tolerated well slowly increase and make a part of your regular diet. 

Tips for Making Blueberry Cinnamon Kefir Smoothie

Choose organic blueberries. Reduce exposure to pesticides by choosing organic blueberries and this will help reduce the overall toxic load on your body.

FAQ

What is Milk Kefir?

Milk kefir is a fermented dairy drink made using kefir grains. It’s one of the most powerful probiotic foods, it’s stronger than yogurt and sour cream, and making milk kefir is easier than it looks.

Can you freeze kefir?

Milk kefir can be frozen but it will lose some of its probiotic power. Frozen kefir smoothie popsicle makes for a fun summer treat!

Which Blender is Best for Smoothies?

Any blender will work! While a high-speed blender like a Vitamix probably makes the creamiest smoothies, any full-size blender, single-serve blender, immersion blender, or even food processor will do the job.

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Resources

Dr Natasha Campbell-McBride

• Gut and Psychology Syndrome (Yellow Book)
• Gut and Physiology Syndrome (Blue Book)

Thank you so much for stopping by the kitchen! If you made this recipe let me know in the comments below.

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The information in this blog post is my personal experience and for educational purposes only. It is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease; and does not consider your individual situation. If you have medical questions, please consult with a qualified medical practitioner.