RECOVERY SMOOTHIES, BONE BROTH POWDER & ACTIVE LIVING

Bone Broth Smoothies for Recovery: High-Protein Smoothie Recipes for Active Living

Twenty practical smoothie recipes using Broth + Co NAKED Bone Broth Powder, fruit, yoghurt, oats and whole-food ingredients.

Bone broth and smoothies do not immediately sound like natural partners. Bone broth usually belongs in soups, stews, savoury cooking and warm drinks. Smoothies usually mean fruit, yoghurt, oats, milk and ice.

The bridge between the two is Broth + Co NAKED Bone Broth Powder. Its natural neutral flavour means it can be used in sweet recipes where you want the nutritional contribution of bone broth without turning the smoothie into a savoury drink.

 

Yes, You Can Put Bone Broth in a Smoothie

The question most people ask first is simple: does a bone broth smoothie taste like beef? With a strongly flavoured traditional broth, that would be a fair concern. With NAKED, the answer is different because the powder is designed to be neutral enough for both sweet and savoury recipes.

Think of it like adding oats to a smoothie. Oats do not make the smoothie taste like porridge; they quietly change the texture, body and nutrition. NAKED works in a similar way. It contributes protein and collagen-derived amino acids while letting banana, berries, mango, cacao, cinnamon or coffee lead the flavour.

For more savoury and sweet ideas beyond smoothies, explore 50 Ways to Use Bone Broth Powder (Beyond Drinking It) .

Why Put Bone Broth Powder in a Smoothie?

A smoothie can be a convenient way to bring several foods together in one drink. Depending on what you add, it may contain protein, carbohydrate, fruit, dairy or alternatives, whole grains, nuts, seeds and fluid.

Adding NAKED contributes another source of protein together with collagen-derived amino acids such as glycine, proline and hydroxyproline. Those amino acids are naturally associated with collagen-rich tissues, while the yoghurt, milk or soy milk in the smoothie can provide a broader protein profile.

If you want the deeper science, read The Amino Acids in Bone Broth: What They Are and Why They Matter and

Collagen Amino Acids Explained: Glycine, Proline & Hydroxyproline .

 

A Smoothie Is a Meal Matrix

A banana, yoghurt, blueberry and NAKED smoothie is not powerful because one ingredient is magical. It is useful because several ordinary foods are working together. That is the food matrix in action: the structure, combination and context of foods matter, not just a list of isolated nutrients.

This is the same principle explored in The Food Matrix Explained: Why Whole Foods Matter .

That mental model makes smoothies easier to build. You are not trying to create a perfect drink. You are combining ingredients that make sense for your appetite, activity and timing.

When Are Recovery Smoothies Useful?

Smoothies are practical when you are short on time, have trained in the morning, do not feel like a large solid meal, are heading somewhere after exercise, or simply enjoy a cold breakfast or snack.

They are not mandatory after every workout. If dinner is ready thirty minutes after training, dinner can be your recovery meal. If you trained before breakfast, breakfast can do the job. If you have taken a gentle walk, you probably do not need a specialised recovery smoothie at all.

For a broader view of recovery, see Muscle Recovery Explained: How Your Body Repairs, Rebuilds & Adapts After Exercise and

Recovery Isn't Just for Athletes | How Your Body Repairs Itself Every Day .

What Makes a Good Recovery Smoothie?

·       Start with protein: NAKED plus Greek yoghurt, milk or fortified soy milk.

·       Add carbohydrate according to activity: banana, mango, berries, oats or dates.

·       Use colourful plants: berries, kiwi, mango, spinach or cherries.

·       Add fluid: milk, fortified soy milk or water depending on the recipe.

·       Keep flavour simple: vanilla, cinnamon, cacao, coffee or citrus.

To place smoothies within overall training nutrition, read Eating for an Active Lifestyle and

Protein Timing for Health, Performance & Recovery .

Protein, Collagen and Recovery

NAKED is a bone broth protein, not a generic gym protein powder. That means it has its own role. Collagen-rich proteins provide amino acids that differ from the proteins most often discussed for muscle protein synthesis. This is why the recipes combine NAKED with yoghurt, milk or fortified soy milk rather than asking one ingredient to do everything.

For a practical comparison, see Bone Broth vs Collagen vs Protein and

Functional Proteins Explained: Why Whey, Collagen & Bone Broth All Have Different Roles .

For everyday protein foundations, read High-Protein Foods: The Foundation of Muscle, Healthy Ageing & Recovery Nutrition and

Protein Throughout Life: Why Your Protein Needs Change With Age .

 

Why NAKED Is the Product for Smoothies

NAKED Bone Broth Powder is the logical Broth + Co product for smoothies because its natural neutral flavour works with banana, berries, mango, cacao, coffee and nut butter. Original, BEEFY, Ginger + Turmeric and Energy Performance have their own uses, but they are not the natural choice for fruit smoothies.

If you are comparing formats and flavours, use Which Broth + Co Bone Broth Is Right for You? A Complete Comparison Guide .

For the wider role of bone broth in everyday nutrition, read Bone Broth Benefits: The Complete Guide to Gut Health, Protein, Recovery & Healthy Ageing .

Twenty Bone Broth Smoothie Recipes

These recipes use Australian measurements and are designed as flexible templates. Adjust the thickness with extra milk, use frozen fruit for a colder texture, and match the more substantial smoothies to days when your activity or appetite calls for more.

Recipe 1: Creamy Banana, Vanilla & NAKED Bone Broth Smoothie

Serves: 1

Prep time: 5 minutes

Blend time: 1 minute

Ingredients

·       1 medium ripe banana, frozen in pieces

·       1 serve Broth + Co NAKED Bone Broth Powder

·       170 g plain Greek yoghurt

·       250 mL milk of choice

·       ¼ cup rolled oats

·       ½ teaspoon natural vanilla extract

·       ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon

·       4–6 ice cubes

Method

Step 1: Pour the milk into the blender first. Adding liquid first helps the remaining ingredients move more freely around the blades.

Step 2: Add the Greek yoghurt, frozen banana and rolled oats.

Step 3: Add the NAKED Bone Broth Powder, vanilla and cinnamon.

Step 4: Add the ice cubes.

Step 5: Blend on high for 45–60 seconds.

Step 6: Stop the blender and check the texture. If any oats remain visible around the sides, scrape them down and blend for another 15–20 seconds.

Step 7: For a thinner smoothie, add 30–50 mL additional milk and blend again.

Step 8: Pour into a glass and serve immediately.

Make Ahead: Peel and slice ripe bananas before freezing them in individual portions. You can also portion the banana and oats together into freezer containers so only the yoghurt, milk, NAKED and flavourings need to be added in the morning.

Recipe 2: Blueberry, Banana & Chia Bone Broth Smoothie

Serves: 1

Prep time: 5 minutes

Blend time: 1 minute

Ingredients

·       1 cup frozen blueberries

·       ½ medium frozen banana

·       1 serve Broth + Co NAKED Bone Broth Powder

·       170 g plain Greek yoghurt

·       250 mL milk

·       2 tablespoons rolled oats

·       1 teaspoon chia seeds

·       ½ teaspoon natural vanilla extract

·       ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon

Method

Step 1: Add the milk and Greek yoghurt to the blender.

Step 2: Add the frozen blueberries and banana.

Step 3: Sprinkle in the oats and chia seeds.

Step 4: Add the NAKED Bone Broth Powder, vanilla and cinnamon.

Step 5: Blend on high for approximately 60 seconds.

Step 6: Stop and scrape down the sides if required.

Step 7: Blend for another 15 seconds until the blueberry skins and oats are finely blended.

Step 8: If the smoothie is too thick, add milk 1 tablespoon at a time until you reach the consistency you prefer.

Step 9: Pour into a chilled glass and serve immediately.

For a Thicker Breakfast Smoothie: Increase the oats to ⅓ cup and allow the finished smoothie to stand for 2 minutes before drinking.

Recipe 3: Chocolate Peanut Butter Banana Recovery Smoothie

Serves: 1

Prep time: 5 minutes

Blend time: 1 minute

Ingredients

·       1 medium frozen banana

·       1 serve Broth + Co NAKED Bone Broth Powder

·       170 g plain Greek yoghurt

·       250 mL milk

·       1 tablespoon unsweetened cacao powder

·       1 tablespoon natural peanut butter

·       ¼ cup rolled oats

·       ½ teaspoon vanilla extract

·       Small pinch ground cinnamon

·       4 ice cubes

Method

Step 1: Add milk to the blender.

Step 2: Add Greek yoghurt and frozen banana.

Step 3: Add peanut butter, cacao and rolled oats.

Step 4: Add the NAKED Bone Broth Powder, vanilla and cinnamon.

Step 5: Add ice.

Step 6: Blend for approximately 60 seconds until thick and creamy.

Step 7: Stop the blender and scrape down any peanut butter sticking to the sides.

Step 8: Blend again for 10–15 seconds.

Step 9: Taste before adding anything sweet. A ripe banana should provide sufficient sweetness.

Step 10: Pour into a glass and serve immediately.

Lighter Option: Leave out the peanut butter and reduce the oats to 2 tablespoons.

More Substantial Option: Increase the oats to ½ cup if the smoothie is replacing breakfast and that suits your individual energy needs.

Recipe 4: Mango, Lime & Yoghurt Bone Broth Smoothie

Serves: 1

Prep time: 5 minutes

Blend time: 1 minute

Ingredients

·       1 cup frozen mango

·       ½ medium banana

·       1 serve Broth + Co NAKED Bone Broth Powder

·       170 g Greek yoghurt

·       200 mL milk

·       1 tablespoon fresh lime juice

·       1 teaspoon chia seeds

·       4–6 ice cubes

Method

Step 1: Add the milk and yoghurt to the blender.

Step 2: Add frozen mango and banana.

Step 3: Add the NAKED Bone Broth Powder and chia seeds.

Step 4: Squeeze in the fresh lime juice.

Step 5: Add ice.

Step 6: Blend on high for approximately 60 seconds until completely smooth.

Step 7: If the mango makes the smoothie particularly thick, add another 30–50 mL milk.

Step 8: Blend briefly again.

Step 9: Pour into a glass and serve immediately with an extra squeeze of lime if desired.

Recipe 5: Strawberry, Kiwi & Vanilla Bone Broth Smoothie

Serves: 1

Prep time: 5 minutes

Blend time: 1 minute

Ingredients

·       1 cup frozen strawberries

·       1 kiwi fruit, peeled and quartered

·       ½ frozen banana

·       1 serve Broth + Co NAKED Bone Broth Powder

·       170 g Greek yoghurt

·       200–250 mL milk

·       2 tablespoons rolled oats

·       ½ teaspoon vanilla extract

Method

Step 1: Add 200 mL milk to the blender.

Step 2: Add yoghurt, strawberries, kiwi and banana.

Step 3: Add rolled oats.

Step 4: Add the NAKED Bone Broth Powder and vanilla.

Step 5: Blend on high for 60 seconds.

Step 6: Check that the kiwi and oats are completely incorporated.

Step 7: If necessary, blend for another 15 seconds.

Step 8: Add the remaining milk if you prefer a thinner smoothie.

Step 9: Serve immediately.

Why This Combination Works: Strawberry and kiwi give the smoothie a fresher, slightly tart flavour that balances the creamy yoghurt and banana. Kiwi and strawberries are also vitamin C-containing foods, while NAKED contributes collagen-derived protein.

Recipe 6: Cherry, Berry & Vanilla Recovery Smoothie

Serves: 1

Prep time: 5 minutes

Blend time: 1 minute

Ingredients

·       ¾ cup frozen pitted cherries

·       ½ cup frozen blueberries or mixed berries

·       1 serve Broth + Co NAKED Bone Broth Powder

·       170 g Greek yoghurt

·       250 mL milk

·       2 tablespoons rolled oats

·       ½ teaspoon vanilla extract

·       ¼ teaspoon cinnamon

Method

Step 1: Pour milk into the blender.

Step 2: Add Greek yoghurt.

Step 3: Add cherries and berries.

Step 4: Add rolled oats, NAKED Bone Broth Powder, vanilla and cinnamon.

Step 5: Blend on high for 60–75 seconds.

Step 6: Stop and scrape down the sides.

Step 7: Blend again until the cherries are completely smooth.

Step 8: Pour into a glass and serve immediately.

Optional Chocolate Version: Add 1 teaspoon unsweetened cacao powder before blending.

Recipe 7: Peach, Banana & Cinnamon Breakfast Smoothie

Serves: 1

Prep time: 5 minutes

Blend time: 1 minute

Ingredients

·       1 cup frozen sliced peaches

·       ½ frozen banana

·       1 serve Broth + Co NAKED Bone Broth Powder

·       170 g Greek yoghurt

·       250 mL milk

·       ¼ cup rolled oats

·       ½ teaspoon cinnamon

·       ½ teaspoon vanilla extract

·       Small pinch ground nutmeg

Method

Step 1: Add milk and yoghurt to the blender.

Step 2: Add peaches and banana.

Step 3: Add oats.

Step 4: Add NAKED Bone Broth Powder, cinnamon, vanilla and nutmeg.

Step 5: Blend for approximately 60 seconds.

Step 6: Stop and check the texture.

Step 7: If pieces of peach remain, blend for another 15–20 seconds.

Step 8: Add a small splash of milk if required.

Step 9: Serve immediately with a light sprinkle of cinnamon if desired.

Recipe 8: Tropical Mango, Pineapple & Lime Smoothie

Serves: 1

Prep time: 5 minutes

Blend time: 1 minute

Ingredients

·       ¾ cup frozen mango

·       ½ cup frozen pineapple

·       ½ banana

·       1 serve Broth + Co NAKED Bone Broth Powder

·       150 g Greek yoghurt

·       200 mL milk or fortified soy milk

·       1 teaspoon chia seeds

·       1 tablespoon fresh lime juice

·       4 ice cubes

Method

Step 1: Pour milk into the blender.

Step 2: Add Greek yoghurt.

Step 3: Add mango, pineapple and banana.

Step 4: Add NAKED Bone Broth Powder and chia seeds.

Step 5: Add lime juice and ice.

Step 6: Blend on high for 60 seconds.

Step 7: Stop and check that the pineapple fibres are completely blended.

Step 8: Blend for another 15 seconds if necessary.

Step 9: Serve immediately.

Recipe 9: Apple Pie Bone Broth Breakfast Smoothie

Serves: 1

Prep time: 7 minutes

Blend time: 1–2 minutes

Ingredients

·       1 small sweet apple, cored and chopped into small pieces

·       ½ frozen banana

·       1 serve Broth + Co NAKED Bone Broth Powder

·       170 g Greek yoghurt

·       250 mL milk

·       ⅓ cup rolled oats

·       1 tablespoon natural almond butter

·       1 teaspoon cinnamon

·       ½ teaspoon vanilla extract

·       Small pinch ground nutmeg

·       4 ice cubes

Method

Step 1: Wash, core and roughly chop the apple. There is no need to peel it if using a powerful blender and you enjoy the texture.

Step 2: Add milk and yoghurt to the blender.

Step 3: Add apple and frozen banana.

Step 4: Add rolled oats and almond butter.

Step 5: Add NAKED Bone Broth Powder, cinnamon, vanilla and nutmeg.

Step 6: Add ice.

Step 7: Blend on high for approximately 75–90 seconds. Apple requires slightly longer blending than soft fruit.

Step 8: Stop and scrape down the sides if required.

Step 9: Blend again until smooth.

Step 10: Serve immediately.

Recipe 10: Raspberry, Vanilla & Chia Bone Broth Smoothie

Serves: 1

Prep time: 5 minutes

Blend time: 1 minute

Ingredients

·       1 cup frozen raspberries

·       ½ frozen banana

·       1 serve Broth + Co NAKED Bone Broth Powder

·       170 g Greek yoghurt

·       250 mL milk

·       2 tablespoons rolled oats

·       1 teaspoon chia seeds

·       ½ teaspoon vanilla extract

Method

Step 1: Add milk and yoghurt to the blender.

Step 2: Add raspberries and banana.

Step 3: Add oats and chia seeds.

Step 4: Add NAKED Bone Broth Powder and vanilla.

Step 5: Blend for approximately 60 seconds.

Step 6: Stop and scrape down the sides.

Step 7: Blend for another 15–20 seconds.

Step 8: Add a splash of milk if required.

Step 9: Serve immediately.

Recipe 11: Coffee, Banana & Oat Breakfast Smoothie

Serves: 1

Prep time: 5 minutes

Blend time: 1 minute

Ingredients

·       1 frozen banana

·       1 serve Broth + Co NAKED Bone Broth Powder

·       150 g Greek yoghurt

·       150 mL milk

·       100 mL chilled espresso or cold brewed coffee

·       ⅓ cup rolled oats

·       ½ teaspoon vanilla extract

·       ½ teaspoon cinnamon

·       4 ice cubes

Method

Step 1: Prepare the coffee ahead and allow it to cool completely.

Step 2: Pour the milk and chilled coffee into the blender.

Step 3: Add Greek yoghurt and frozen banana.

Step 4: Add oats.

Step 5: Add NAKED Bone Broth Powder, vanilla and cinnamon.

Step 6: Add ice.

Step 7: Blend on high for approximately 60–75 seconds.

Step 8: Check that the oats are completely incorporated.

Step 9: Serve immediately.

Caffeine Note: Choose decaffeinated coffee if preferred, particularly if the smoothie is being consumed later in the day and caffeine interferes with your sleep.

Recipe 12: Banana, Date & Cinnamon Training Smoothie

Serves: 1

Prep time: 5 minutes

Blend time: 1 minute

Ingredients

·       1 frozen banana

·       2 Medjool dates, stones removed

·       1 serve Broth + Co NAKED Bone Broth Powder

·       170 g Greek yoghurt

·       250 mL milk

·       ⅓ cup rolled oats

·       ½ teaspoon cinnamon

·       ½ teaspoon vanilla extract

·       4 ice cubes

Method

Step 1: If the dates are firm, cover them with hot water for 5 minutes, then drain.

Step 2: Add milk and Greek yoghurt to the blender.

Step 3: Add frozen banana and dates.

Step 4: Add oats.

Step 5: Add NAKED Bone Broth Powder, cinnamon and vanilla.

Step 6: Add ice.

Step 7: Blend for 60–90 seconds until no pieces of date remain.

Step 8: Add a small amount of extra milk if necessary.

Step 9: Serve immediately.

When It Fits: Because the banana, dates and oats all contribute carbohydrate, this is one of the more substantial smoothies in the collection and is better matched to greater activity or energy needs than a very light session.

Recipe 13: Chocolate Cherry Oat Smoothie

Serves: 1

Prep time: 5 minutes

Blend time: 1 minute

Ingredients

·       1 cup frozen pitted cherries

·       ½ frozen banana

·       1 serve Broth + Co NAKED Bone Broth Powder

·       170 g Greek yoghurt

·       250 mL milk

·       1 tablespoon unsweetened cacao

·       ¼ cup rolled oats

·       ½ teaspoon vanilla extract

Method

Step 1: Pour milk into the blender.

Step 2: Add yoghurt, cherries and banana.

Step 3: Add cacao and oats.

Step 4: Add NAKED Bone Broth Powder and vanilla.

Step 5: Blend on high for approximately 60–75 seconds.

Step 6: Stop and check for pieces of cherry.

Step 7: Blend again if required.

Step 8: Serve immediately.

Recipe 14: Strawberry Peanut Butter Recovery Smoothie

Serves: 1

Prep time: 5 minutes

Blend time: 1 minute

Ingredients

·       1 cup frozen strawberries

·       ½ frozen banana

·       1 serve Broth + Co NAKED Bone Broth Powder

·       170 g Greek yoghurt

·       250 mL milk

·       1 tablespoon natural peanut butter

·       ¼ cup rolled oats

·       ½ teaspoon vanilla

Method

Step 1: Add milk and yoghurt to the blender.

Step 2: Add strawberries and banana.

Step 3: Add peanut butter and oats.

Step 4: Add NAKED Bone Broth Powder and vanilla.

Step 5: Blend for approximately 60 seconds.

Step 6: Scrape down any nut butter remaining on the sides.

Step 7: Blend again for 10–15 seconds.

Step 8: Serve immediately.

Recipe 15: Green Kiwi, Mango & Spinach Smoothie

Serves: 1

Prep time: 5 minutes

Blend time: 1 minute

Ingredients

·       1 kiwi fruit, peeled

·       ½ cup frozen mango

·       ½ frozen banana

·       1 packed cup baby spinach

·       1 serve Broth + Co NAKED Bone Broth Powder

·       150 g Greek yoghurt

·       250 mL milk

·       1 tablespoon fresh lime juice

·       1 teaspoon chia seeds

Method

Step 1: Add milk and Greek yoghurt to the blender.

Step 2: Add spinach first so it sits close to the blades.

Step 3: Add kiwi, mango and banana.

Step 4: Add NAKED Bone Broth Powder and chia seeds.

Step 5: Add lime juice.

Step 6: Blend on high for 60–75 seconds.

Step 7: Check that the spinach is completely blended and no leafy pieces remain.

Step 8: Blend for another 15 seconds if necessary.

Step 9: Serve immediately.

Recipe 16: Strength Training Chocolate Banana & Oat Smoothie

Serves: 1

Prep time: 5 minutes

Blend time: 1 minute

Ingredients

·       1 frozen banana

·       1 serve Broth + Co NAKED Bone Broth Powder

·       170 g Greek yoghurt

·       250 mL milk

·       ½ cup rolled oats

·       1 tablespoon cacao powder

·       1 tablespoon natural almond butter

·       ½ teaspoon vanilla

·       4 ice cubes

Method

Step 1: Pour milk into the blender.

Step 2: Add yoghurt and banana.

Step 3: Add oats, cacao and almond butter.

Step 4: Add NAKED Bone Broth Powder and vanilla.

Step 5: Add ice.

Step 6: Blend for 60–90 seconds until the oats are finely blended.

Step 7: Add additional milk if necessary.

Step 8: Serve immediately.

Why This One Is More Substantial: The larger oat portion and almond butter make this closer to a small meal than a light recovery drink. If you're eating a complete meal soon after training, one of the lighter smoothies may make more sense.

Recipe 17: Runner's Mango, Banana & Oat Smoothie

Serves: 1

Prep time: 5 minutes

Blend time: 1 minute

This is deliberately one of the more carbohydrate-focused smoothies in the collection, making it better suited to recovery from longer or more demanding activity than a light everyday walk.

Ingredients

·       1 large frozen banana

·       ¾ cup frozen mango

·       1 serve Broth + Co NAKED Bone Broth Powder

·       170 g plain Greek yoghurt

·       250 mL milk

·       ½ cup rolled oats

·       1 teaspoon chia seeds

·       1 tablespoon fresh lime juice

·       4–6 ice cubes

Method

Step 1: Pour the milk into the blender.

Step 2: Add the Greek yoghurt.

Step 3: Add the frozen banana and mango.

Step 4: Add the rolled oats and chia seeds.

Step 5: Add the NAKED Bone Broth Powder and fresh lime juice.

Step 6: Add the ice.

Step 7: Blend on high for approximately 60–90 seconds. Allow enough time for the oats to become finely incorporated.

Step 8: Stop the blender and scrape down the sides if necessary.

Step 9: Check the consistency. If it is too thick, add another 30–50 mL milk.

Step 10: Blend again for approximately 10 seconds.

Step 11: Pour into a glass and serve immediately.

After Longer Training: For someone with particularly high energy or carbohydrate requirements, this smoothie can be served alongside additional fruit or a meal rather than trying to put every nutritional requirement into the blender.

Why It Fits: Banana, mango and oats provide carbohydrate, while Greek yoghurt and milk provide quality protein. NAKED contributes additional protein and collagen-derived amino acids.

Recipe 18: Active Ageing Banana, Blueberry & Yoghurt Smoothie

Serves: 1

Prep time: 5 minutes

Blend time: 1 minute

A smooth, easy-to-drink breakfast or snack that combines several protein-containing foods rather than relying on collagen-rich protein alone.

Ingredients

·       1 serve Broth + Co NAKED Bone Broth Powder

·       170 g plain Greek yoghurt

·       250 mL milk

·       ½ medium frozen banana

·       ¾ cup frozen blueberries

·       ¼ cup rolled oats

·       1 tablespoon ground chia seeds

·       ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon

·       ½ teaspoon natural vanilla extract

Method

Step 1: Pour the milk into the blender.

Step 2: Add the Greek yoghurt.

Step 3: Add frozen banana and blueberries.

Step 4: Add rolled oats and ground chia seeds.

Step 5: Add NAKED Bone Broth Powder, cinnamon and vanilla.

Step 6: Blend on high for approximately 60 seconds.

Step 7: Stop and check that the blueberries, oats and chia are completely incorporated.

Step 8: Blend for another 15 seconds if required.

Step 9: For a thinner consistency, add 30–50 mL additional milk.

Step 10: Serve immediately.

For a Softer, Thinner Smoothie: Increase the milk by approximately 50–100 mL and blend for slightly longer.

Why It Fits: Maintaining adequate protein intake becomes increasingly relevant across adulthood. This smoothie combines NAKED with Greek yoghurt and milk, providing a broader protein mix within a practical breakfast or snack.

Recipe 19: Busy Morning Berry, Banana & Oat Smoothie

Serves: 1

Prep time: 5 minutes

Blend time: 1 minute

This recipe is designed to be prepared as a freezer pack so breakfast can be made quickly on busy mornings.

Ingredients

·       1 cup frozen mixed berries

·       ½ frozen banana

·       1 serve Broth + Co NAKED Bone Broth Powder

·       170 g plain Greek yoghurt

·       250 mL milk

·       ⅓ cup rolled oats

·       1 tablespoon chia seeds

·       ½ teaspoon vanilla extract

·       ½ teaspoon cinnamon

Method

Step 1: Pour the milk into the blender.

Step 2: Add Greek yoghurt.

Step 3: Add frozen berries and banana.

Step 4: Add oats and chia seeds.

Step 5: Add NAKED Bone Broth Powder, vanilla and cinnamon.

Step 6: Blend on high for approximately 60–90 seconds.

Step 7: Stop and scrape down the sides if necessary.

Step 8: Blend again until the oats and berries are completely incorporated.

Step 9: Add a little extra milk if required.

Step 10: Pour into a glass and serve immediately.

Freezer-Pack Method: For several breakfasts at once: Place 1 cup berries, ½ sliced banana and ⅓ cup oats into each reusable freezer container. Freeze until required. In the morning, tip one pack into the blender. Add Greek yoghurt, milk, chia seeds, NAKED Bone Broth Powder, vanilla and cinnamon. Blend until smooth. This saves time without requiring the finished smoothie to sit overnight and lose its texture.

Recipe 20: Banana, Cinnamon & Almond Breakfast Smoothie

Serves: 1

Prep time: 5 minutes

Blend time: 1 minute

Our final recipe is intentionally simple: a creamy breakfast smoothie using ingredients that are easy to keep on hand.

Ingredients

·       1 medium frozen banana

·       1 serve Broth + Co NAKED Bone Broth Powder

·       170 g plain Greek yoghurt

·       250 mL milk

·       ⅓ cup rolled oats

·       1 tablespoon natural almond butter

·       ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon

·       ½ teaspoon vanilla extract

·       Small pinch ground nutmeg

·       4 ice cubes

Method

Step 1: Pour milk into the blender.

Step 2: Add Greek yoghurt and frozen banana.

Step 3: Add rolled oats and almond butter.

Step 4: Add NAKED Bone Broth Powder, cinnamon, vanilla and nutmeg.

Step 5: Add the ice.

Step 6: Blend on high for approximately 60–90 seconds.

Step 7: Stop and scrape down any almond butter remaining on the sides.

Step 8: Blend for another 10–15 seconds until completely creamy.

Step 9: If the smoothie is too thick, add another 30 mL milk and blend again.

Step 10: Pour into a glass.

Step 11: Sprinkle lightly with cinnamon if desired and serve immediately.

Make It Lighter: Leave out the almond butter and reduce the oats to 2 tablespoons.

Make It More Substantial: Increase the oats to ½ cup according to appetite and individual energy requirements.

How to Build Your Own Bone Broth Smoothie

Twenty recipes are useful. The real win is understanding the formula well enough to stop needing recipes.

 

If the smoothie is too thick, add 30-50 mL extra milk and blend again. If it is too thin, add a little frozen banana, 1-2 tablespoons oats or a few ice cubes.

Before adding sweetener, check the fruit. A ripe banana, mango or pineapple can change the flavour dramatically. If the smoothie is too sweet, balance it with lime, lemon, tart berries or plain Greek yoghurt.

Freezer-Pack Shortcuts

·       Chocolate banana pack: freeze 1 sliced banana and 1/4 cup oats. Blend with NAKED, Greek yoghurt, milk, cacao and nut butter.

·       Berry breakfast pack: freeze 1 cup berries, 1/2 banana and 1/3 cup oats. Blend with NAKED, yoghurt, milk, chia and vanilla.

·       Tropical pack: freeze 3/4 cup mango, 1/2 cup pineapple and 1/2 banana. Blend with NAKED, yoghurt, milk and lime.

Preparing ingredients is usually better than blending the finished smoothie the night before. Oats absorb liquid, chia thickens, fruit can separate and the texture changes. A freezer pack keeps the speed without sacrificing freshness.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do bone broth smoothies taste savoury?

Not when made with NAKED Bone Broth Powder and balanced with fruit, yoghurt, oats and flavourings. NAKED is the neutral-flavoured option in the Broth + Co range.

Are bone broth smoothies only for athletes?

No. They can suit active people, busy mornings, warm weather, lower appetite or anyone who enjoys smoothies. The amount and ingredients should match the person and the day.

Do I need a smoothie immediately after exercise?

No. A smoothie is one option. A balanced meal can also support recovery nutrition, especially if you are eating soon after training.

Can I make these dairy-free?

Yes, but the protein content will change. Fortified soy milk generally provides more protein than many nut- or grain-based drinks. Check the nutrition panel when choosing alternatives.

Can I add another protein powder?

You can if it suits your individual requirements, but these recipes already combine NAKED with protein-containing foods such as yoghurt and milk. More is not automatically better.

Can I prepare smoothies ahead?

Freshly blended usually tastes best. For speed, prepare freezer packs with fruit and oats, then blend with yoghurt, milk and NAKED when ready.

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Summary

Bone broth smoothies are not about turning recovery into a complicated supplement routine. They are a practical way to use NAKED Bone Broth Powder in sweet recipes alongside fruit, yoghurt, milk, oats and other familiar foods.

The best smoothie is the one that fits the moment: light when you only need a snack, more substantial when you need breakfast, and flexible enough to adapt to your appetite, training and day-to-day routine.