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Juicy Pear Smoothie

Two fall favorites—apples and pears—come together in a yummy yogurt shake that’s a perfect thermos-filler for busy mornings.

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Juicy Pear Smoothie

Kitchen Gear
  • Cutting board
  • Sharp knife (adult needed)
  • Measuring cup
  • Measuring spoons
  • Citrus zester or grater
  • Blender (adult needed)

Ingredients
  • 1/2 cup apple cider or apple juice
  • 1/2 cup plain yogurt
  • 1 very ripe pear, quartered and cored
  • 1/2 over-ripe banana
  • Juice and grated zest from 1/4 lemon
  • 3 ice cubes
 

Serves: 2

Instructions
Wash your hands with soap and water, then gather all your kitchen gear and ingredients and put them on a clean counter.
  1. Put all the ingredients in the blender in the order listed.
  2. Put the top on tightly. Turn the blender to a medium setting and blend until the ice is chopped and the mixture is smooth, about 1 minute
  3. Serve right away, or store in a thermos or covered in the refrigerator, up to 4 hours.
Notes
  • Instead of the lemon zest, add 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger.