Yes, you can use frozen fruit in a BlendJet! BlendJets are powerful personal blenders designed to quickly blend smoothies, shakes, and other blended drinks. While fresh fruit is often ideal, using frozen fruit in a BlendJet is a great option as well. BlendJets have strong motors and sharp blades that can easily break down and liquefy frozen fruit. Using frozen fruit allows you to skip any ice and create thick, creamy smoothies packed with flavor. There are just a few tips to follow when using frozen fruit in your BlendJet.
Benefits of Using Frozen Fruit
There are several advantages to using frozen fruit in a BlendJet:
Convenience
Frozen fruit is extremely convenient and easy to use. You can keep a stash of frozen bananas, berries, mangos, etc. in your freezer ready to go anytime. Frozen fruit requires no chopping, peeling, seeding or prep work. Just toss the frozen fruit right into your BlendJet cup.
Consistency
Frozen fruit helps create thicker, creamier smoothies. The icy temperature of the fruit thickens up the blender contents without needing to add ice. This results in a frosty, milkshake-like consistency.
Flavor
Frozen fruit locks in the flavor and nutrients of fruit at its peak ripeness. Fruit is flash frozen right after being picked, preserving its color, nutrients, and taste. Using frozen fruit can provide vibrant flavor to smoothies.
Year-Round Availability
You can use frozen fruit in your BlendJet regardless of season. Frozen tropical fruit like mangos, pineapple, and bananas are available year-round. Out of season fresh fruit may lack flavor or be expensive, so frozen is a budget-friendly alternative.
Nutrient Retention
Flash freezing preserves many of the vitamins and antioxidants found in fresh fruit. Vitamins like A, B, C, E, and K are well retained during quick freezing. Using frozen fruit allows you to pack nutrients into your BlendJet smoothies.
Cost Savings
Frozen fruit is often less expensive than fresh. Not having to buy fresh produce that goes bad before use can save you money. Buying large bags of frozen fruit is typically a cost-effective way to always have smoothie ingredients on hand.
Best Frozen Fruits to Use
Nearly any frozen fruit can be used in a BlendJet. Some of the best options include:
Bananas
Frozen bananas create a thick, creamy background for smoothies. They add sweetness without needing to add sugary juices or yogurt. Simply break frozen bananas into a few pieces before blending.
Berries
Frozen mixed berries, strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, blackberries, etc. add vivid color and antioxidant power. Berries blend easily while adding delicious flavor.
| Berry | Benefits |
|---|---|
| Mixed berries | Combination for flavor and nutrients |
| Strawberries | Sweetness and vitamin C |
| Blueberries | Antioxidants |
| Raspberries | Fiber |
| Blackberries | Vitamin C and manganese |
Mangos
Frozen mango chunks add tropical flavor and sweetness to smoothies. Mangos are full of vitamins A, B6 and C.
Pineapple
Pineapple gives a tangy tropical taste and contains bromelain, an enzyme with anti-inflammatory properties. Use frozen pineapple chunks or juice concentrate.
Cherries
Both sweet and tart frozen cherries add nutrients and a punch of color. Cherries contain antioxidant compounds like anthocyanins.
Peaches
Frozen sliced peaches or peach puree provide fiber, vitamins C and A, and a sweet, floral flavor.
Avocado
For thick, creamy smoothies, try using frozen avocado chunks. Avocados add healthy fats and blend perfectly smooth.
Tips for Using Frozen Fruit
Here are some tips to follow when using frozen fruit in your BlendJet:
Allow fruit to partially thaw
For easier blending, let frozen fruit sit out for 5-10 minutes to soften slightly before adding to blender.
Cut large pieces
Cut large frozen fruit like banana chunks in half or quarters before adding to your BlendJet cup.
Add liquid ingredients
Always add some liquid like milk, juice, yogurt, nut milk, etc. to help the blades incorporate the frozen fruit smoothly.
Blend in stages
For very hard frozen fruit, blend in stages. Blend halfway, stir and continue blending in 1-2 cycles.
Resist overfilling
Don’t overfill your BlendJet cup. Leave room for ingredients to move and blend properly.
Use reversible lid
Take advantage of the flip top lid to help push fruit towards the blades as needed.
Add soft ingredients
Pair frozen fruit with fresh bananas, avocado, yogurt, oats, or nut butter for ideal texture.
Smoothie Recipes with Frozen Fruit
Here are some tasty BlendJet smoothie recipes that use frozen fruit:
Mixed Berry Smoothie
– 1 cup frozen mixed berries
– 1 banana
– 1 cup milk or yogurt
– 2 tbsp honey (optional)
Mango Pineapple Smoothie
– 1 cup frozen mango chunks
– 1/2 cup frozen pineapple chunks
– 1 cup orange juice
– 1/4 cup Greek yogurt
Green Berry Smoothie
– 1 cup frozen strawberries
– 1 banana
– 1 cup spinach
– 1/4 cup avocado
– 1/2 cup almond milk
Cherry Vanilla Smoothie
– 1 cup frozen cherries
– 1 banana
– 1 cup almond milk
– 1/4 tsp vanilla extract
– 2 tbsp vanilla yogurt
Peaches and Cream Smoothie
– 1 cup frozen peach slices
– 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
– 1/2 cup milk
– 1 tbsp honey
– Sprinkle of cinnamon
Cleaning Your BlendJet After Frozen Fruit
Using frozen ingredients can leave behind sticky residue in your BlendJet cup and blade assembly. Here are some tips for cleaning:
Rinse immediately
Right after blending your smoothie, rinse out the cup and blade piece with hot water. This prevents residue from drying on.
Use a bottle brush
Invest in a narrow bottle brush that can reach into the cup and fully scrub off any remnants stuck to the sides.
Soak in warm soapy water
For tougher cleanup, fill the cup with warm water and a drop of dish soap. Let it soak for 10 minutes before scrubbing clean.
Use baking soda
Make a paste of baking soda and water and use to scrub stained or sticky spots. Baking soda is gently abrasive to lift residue.
Run an empty cycle
Put a few drops of dish soap and hot water in the cup and run an empty blend cycle. This will help freshen up the cup.
Avoid harsh chemicals
Stick to mild dish soap and warm water. Avoid harsh chemicals that could damage the cup over time.
Dry thoroughly
Be sure to fully dry all blender parts after cleaning to prevent mold growth.
Conclusion
Using frozen fruit in a BlendJet opens up new possibilities for creamy, chilled smoothies any time of year. Take advantage of the convenience of frozen fruit paired with the power of your BlendJet. With a few simple tips, you can whip up nutrient-packed smoothies with frozen fruit. Be diligent about fully cleaning your BlendJet cup and blades after each use. With flavorful frozen fruit on hand and a BlendJet on your counter, you’ll always be just moments away from smoothie satisfaction!