High-Calorie Berry and Yogurt Smoothie

Start to Finish: 5 minutes

Servings: 1

This blended smoothie combines full-fat Greek yogurt, mixed berries, honey, and almond butter for a calorie- and protein-rich drink. Feeding difficulties and weight deficits occur frequently throughout life in Rett syndrome, and care guidelines often recommend calorie-dense foods like creamy nut butters, oils, and full-fat dairy products to help meet daily energy needs.

To learn more about healthful living with Rett syndrome, here are some key facts about the condition.

Ingredients

• 1 cup frozen mixed berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries)
• ¾ cup full-fat plain Greek yogurt
• ½ cup whole milk
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1 tablespoon smooth almond butter (or 1 tablespoon ground flaxseed)
• ½ ripe banana, optional, for extra creaminess

Instructions

1. Add the frozen mixed berries, Greek yogurt, whole milk, honey, and almond butter to a blender. Add the banana if using.
2. Blend on high for 45 to 60 seconds, stopping to scrape down the sides as needed, until the mixture is completely smooth, with no visible fruit chunks or nut-butter streaks.
3. Check the consistency. Blend in a splash more milk if the smoothie is too thick or a few extra frozen berries if it's too thin.
4. Pour into a glass and serve immediately.

Nutritional information (per serving): Calories: 460 | Protein: 20 grams | Carbohydrates: 49 grams | Fiber: 6 grams | Fat: 21 grams | Sodium: 220 milligrams

Suitable for: Gluten-free diet, high-calorie diet, Rett syndrome-friendly diet, soft-food diet, vegetarian diet

References

1. Gastrointestinal and Nutritional Problems Occur Frequently Throughout Life in Girls and Women With Rett Syndrome — Journal of Pediatric Gastroenterology and Nutrition
2. Rett Syndrome: Comprehensive Care Guidelines — International Rett Syndrome Foundation

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