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Silken Tofu Berry Smoothie

February 8, 2025 by Lindsay 4 Comments

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This Silken Tofu Berry Smoothie is kid-friendly and perfect for breakfast, lunch or snack. The silken tofu adds protein without changing the flavor or texture!

Silken Tofu Berry Smoothie

*Originally published 7/2020. Updated 2/2025.*

Hi friends!

This Silken Tofu Berry Smoothie is the latest obsession at our house and I’m so excited to share it with you. Both of my boys love smoothies as a snack so I’m always looking for new variations that are both simple enough that I usually have the ingredients on hand, and filling enough to tide them over until their next meal (ie not made with just fruit).

Why add silken tofu to smoothies?

There are lots of benefits of adding silken tofu to a smoothie. It will definitely increase the protein content of your smoothie but it will also up the creaminess factor considerably! If you’re looking for a creamy smoothie, especially if you’re looking for a non-dairy option besides yogurt, silken tofu is a great option.

Smoothie Recipes with Silken Tofu

Want more tofu smoothie recipes? Try these:

  • How To Make A Silken Tofu Smoothie
  • Chocolate Peanut Butter Tofu Smoothie
  • Tofu Smoothie With Fruit

Silken tofu berry smoothie overhead shot of two mason jars

Ingredients For Silken Tofu Berry Smoothie

It’s taken some tweaks and adjustments but we’ve finally landed on this winner. Let’s review what’s in it:

  • Frozen berries- Any frozen fruit will work in this recipe. We use berries but frozen bananas, peaches, etc also work well.
  • Spinach – This is optional and you can use fresh or frozen baby spinach. Whenever I grocery shop I buy a bag or two of baby spinach and pop them in the freezer immediately. Then just open and grab a couple handfuls of frozen leaves to add.
  • Milk- we use cows milk but you can easily use a plant-based milk for a dairy-free version
  • Orange juice- this is optional as well. I like to add a splash for additional flavor
  • Silken tofu- make sure it’s silken for smoothies. Just spoon in half the package. It has a similar consistency to Greek yogurt!
  • Nut butter – I love to add a spoonful of peanut or almond butter to my smoothies for some extra healthy fats

What To Add To Silken Tofu Breakfast Smoothie

If you’re looking for extra smoothie additions to this smoothie, try a couple of scoops of ground flax, chia seeds or hemp seeds.

You can also add toppings like pumpkin seeds, slivered almonds, additional sliced fruit and more!

How To Make Smoothie with Silken Tofu

Smoothies are generally fairly easy to make and this one is no exception. Just add the ingredients to a blender and blend. No need to press the tofu or anything. It has a texture similar to Greek yogurt and you can easily just spoon it into the blender.


Silken Tofu Berry Smoothie Recipe

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This Silken Tofu Berry Smoothie is kid-friendly and perfect for breakfast, lunch or snack. The silken tofu adds protein without changing the flavor or texture!

  • Author: Lindsay

Ingredients

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2 cups frozen mixed berries (or other fruit)
6 oz silken tofu (excess liquid in package drained)
1–2 handfuls baby spinach (fresh or frozen)
1.5 -2 cups milk
optional: spoonful of nut butter, splash of orange juice

Instructions

  1. Add berries and tofu to blender. Then add remaining ingredients and blend until smooth.
  2. Add additional liquid if needed to blend until smooth.

Notes

Smoothie can be made, frozen and reheated in the microwave.

Add 1-2 medjool dates for additional sweetness if needed.

Dairy or non-dairy milk will work.

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So easy and so delicious. Also, if you don’t already have them, get some mason jars with lids. I make a big batch of smoothies, portion into 8oz glass jars and freeze. Then when my kids want them for snacks, I just remove the lid, microwave for 45 seconds and serve!


Silken Tofu Berry Smoothie FAQs:

What can I substitute for silken tofu in smoothies?

If you want to make this smoothie without tofu, try subbing 3/4 cup plain Greek yogurt or a couple of Tablespoons of nut butter.

Is this considered a silken tofu protein smoothie?

Yes! I would consider this a high-protein smoothie. Both the milk (depending on the kind) and the tofu add protein. You can add even more my tossing in some hemp or chia seeds or some ground flax or by topping with pumpkin seeds!

Can I use firm tofu?

I would not recommend using any other tofu varieties in this smoothie. Silken tofu has a unique texture that blends well into smoothies. Firm or extra firm tofu will alter the texture.

How to make this silken tofu smoothie vegan?

To make this smoothie vegan, just use a vegan milk source- almond, oat or soy milk are all great options although some will have more protein than others.

Can I make a silken tofu smoothie bowl?

Yes! The creaminess would make this ideal for a smoothie bowl. Add your favorite toppings like granola, cereal, chopped nuts, pumpkin seeds etc and eat with a spoon.


If you’re looking for another smoothie recipe to try, here are a couple of others we love:

  • How To Make A Strawberry Smoothie
  • Peach Zucchini Smoothie Bowl
  • Blueberry Cauliflower Smoothie
This Silken Tofu Berry Smoothie is kid-friendly and perfect for breakfast, lunch or snack. The silken tofu adds protein without changing the flavor or texture!

Enjoy!
–Lindsay–

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Filed Under: Snack, Breakfast Tagged With: Fruit, Milk, Spinach, Tofu

About Lindsay

Lindsay Livingston is a Registered Dietitian and new mom from Columbus, Ohio. On her blog, she shares simple, healthy recipes, nutrition tips, workouts and snapshots of her life. Follow her on Twitter @LeanGrnBeanBlog and Instagram @TheLeanGreenBean and be sure to subscribe via RSS or email so you never miss a post!

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  1. Denise A. Monsanto says

    October 15, 2020 at 9:54 AM

    ONE WORD VERY GOOD

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  2. Po says

    August 5, 2022 at 8:04 AM

    Thank you for the recipe. I have never thought of adding silken tofu, even though sometimes I add organic tempeh into my smoothie to reap the benefit of probiotic! And now I know another way to sneak in zucchini into my diet *LOL*

    Reply
  3. Marilyn says

    March 6, 2025 at 9:15 AM

    When you double or triple the recipe, why do only the berries and spinach quantities change? Don’t the tofu and milk need to increase accordingly?

    Reply
    • Lindsay says

      March 17, 2025 at 2:11 PM

      hmm sorry about that. I’m not sure, i’ll look into the technical aspect of this!

      Reply

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