• 2 C honeydew melon, cut into pieces
• 2 kiwi, peeled and cut into pieces
• 1 green apple, peeled, cored and cut into pieces
• 1 TBSP lime juice
• 4 TBSP sugar
• 1 C ice cubes

How to Make It:

1. Place all the fruit pieces into the blender.
2. Add the lime juice and blend 30 seconds to combine.
3. Sprinkle in the sugar and add the ice cubes.
4. Continue blending until mixture becomes very smooth.

If you prefer a more tangy bite leave out the sugar or add just a little at a time to reach the desired sweetness.

• 1 (8 oz) can fruit cocktail, untrained and chilled
• 1 C milk
• ¼ C nonfat milk powder
• ½ tsp. vanilla
• ½ C ice cubes
• 2 dashes cinnamon

How to Make It:

1. Place the fruit cocktail juice and all in the blender.
2. Pour in the milk.
3. Add the milk powder and vanilla.
4. Blend on low until just combined.
5. Add the ice cubes and blend until smooth.
6. Add the cinnamon as a garnish just before serving.

This is a child favorite. The juice from the fruit cocktail makes this a sweet drink that appeals to children especially when it’s warm outside.

• ¾ C chocolate ice cream
• 2 TBSP chocolate ice cream topping
• ¼ C brewed coffee, cooled to room temperature
• ¼ C club soda

How to Make It:

1. Place the ice cream in the blender.
2. Add the topping and coffee.
3. Blend until mixture is smooth.
4. Remove the cover and add the club soda.
5. Stir with a rubber spatula just until the club soda is mixed in.
6. Serve immediately.

If you are watching what you eat, but would still like a nice treat, try using a low fat ice cream with a sugar free topping to make this scrumptious delight.

• 2 bananas, peeled and cut in chunks
• 2 peaches, peeled, pitted and cut in chunks
• 1 (8 oz) can crushed pineapple, drained
• 1 C milk

How to Make It:

1. Place all the ingredients into the blender in the order they are listed.
2. Blend until mixture is smooth.
3. Serve cold.

This smoothie is great for kids as an after school snack. It gives them comfort after a long day at school and a little energy to finish out their day. For a little added sweetness pour a small amount of the pineapple juice in with the other ingredients.