This homemade Jetty Punch Tropical Smoothie is a perfect blend of strawberries and bananas for the classic strawberry banana smoothie flavor, just like Tropical Smoothie Cafe. Its creamy texture is super easy to make, which is why we love it so much!
I love whipping up popular recipes in a nutritious way. I've found that frozen fruits make our smoothies thick and frosty with all the flavor. The difference in our version is that we have no added sugars. Only strawberries, bananas, and pure apple juice.
This delicious smoothie is great on its own, or you can jazz it up with extras like greens, pineapple, chia seeds, cacao, or protein powder! The possibilities are vast.
Beyond this jetty punch smoothie, I've recreated a whole slew of Tropical Smoothie Café menu items-Beach Bum, Bahama Mama, Kiwi Quencher, you name it, transforming each into a refreshing, healthful option for any day. We have tons of other super easy copycat recipes, too- from Panera Bread to First Watch.
For a bit of pre-smoothie inspiration, check out our guide on setting intentions for a mindful eating experience. Let's get blending!
⚡ Quick Look: Jetty Punch Tropical Smoothie
- 🎨 Flavor Profile: Bright strawberry-banana sweetness with a crisp apple-juice finish-tropical and refreshing
- ⏱️ Prep Time: ~5 minutes
- 🍹 Yield: 2 servings
- 🌿 Skill Level: Easy
- 🔢 Calories: Approximately 141 cal per serving
- 🍓 Main Ingredients: frozen strawberries, frozen banana, organic cold-pressed apple juice
- 🌞 Best Time to Enjoy: Mid-morning pick-me-up or refreshing after-school snack
- 🎯 Main Benefit: Enjoy the flavor of a café-style smoothie at home-no added sugar, simple ingredients, crowd-pleasing taste
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💛 Why You'll Love It
- Bright and refreshing strawberry-banana flavor that feels like a mini tropical getaway
- Made with just a few whole-food ingredients - super clean and simple
- Ready in about 5 minutes - perfect for busy mornings or a quick snack
- Naturally gluten-free and dairy-free, aligning neatly with a mindful eating lifestyle
- Gives you smoothie-bar taste at home - without the added sugar and processed ingredients
Ingredients
Organic Frozen Bananas: Peel your ripe bananas and place them into a freezer bag overnight and they're ready by morning! They're a great source of potassium and vitamin B6.
Apple Juice: For the liquid base, use cold-pressed organic apple juice. You can buy it or make it at home with organic apples. If buying at the store, not from concentrate is best!
See the recipe card for the full list of ingredients and quantities.
Substitutions and Variations
Tropical Flavors: Swap out or add other tropical fruits like mango, pineapple, or papaya to dive into more exotic fruity flavors.
Cashew Milk or Almond Milk: These nut milks are great alternatives for a dairy-free, creamy base. Check out our comparison guide to cashew vs almond milk and a DIY recipe!
Cocoa Powder or White Chocolate: Mix in a bit for a chocolatey delight.
Protein Boosters: A scoop of protein powder or a handful of nuts can add nutrition and keep you fuller longer.
How to Make Jetty Punch Tropical Smoothie
Step 1: Add the frozen strawberries, banana, and apple juice to a high-speed blender. Blend until it's smooth.
Step 2: Try the smoothie and if you'd like it sweeter, add raw honey, agave syrup, monk fruit, or maple syrup.
Step 3: Adjust the consistency. Add more apple juice if you need to help smooth the consistency. Add ice or more frozen fruits if it's too thin.
Step 4: Pour your smoothie into a glass and enjoy immediately.
Tip: Freeze your banana beforehand-peel, slice, and store in a freezer-safe container.
Expert Tip
If you are using a standard blender, add your apple juice slowly and keep blending until you reach your desired consistency. With a high-speed blender, you can throw everything in at once!
Jetty Punch Tropical Smoothie Cafe Copycat FAQ's
The Jetty Punch smoothie at Tropical Smoothie Café is a blend of strawberries, banana, and turbinado sugar. This combination creates a sweet and fruity flavor akin to the classic strawberry banana smoothie.
Tropical Smoothie Café creates its smoothies by blending frozen and fresh fruits with other ingredients to achieve the right consistency and flavor. Their smoothies often include natural and added sweeteners along with ice to ensure a frosty taste.
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Recipe
Jetty Punch Tropical Smoothie Cafe Copycat Recipe
Equipment
- spatula
- Glass
Ingredients
- 1 cup strawberries frozen
- 1 large banana frozen, sliced
- 1 cup apple juice cold-pressed organic
Instructions
- Blend: Put the frozen strawberries, banana slices, and apple juice in a blender. Blend on high until everything is smooth. Add more apple juice if the smoothie is too thick.
- Taste and Adjust: Sample your smoothie. If you want it sweeter, you can add a bit of honey or maple syrup. The fruits and juice often provide enough sweetness.
- Serve: Pour the smoothie into glasses and enjoy it right away to get the best experience of its creamy texture and fresh flavors.
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Notes
- Incorporate the apple juice slowly as you blend to ensure a perfectly frosty texture.
- If you're using fresh strawberries, throw in some ice cubes for a chilled drink.
- Cutting the banana into pieces before freezing makes it easier to blend.
- Feel free to add your own flair with ingredients like protein powder or chia seeds for an extra nutritional kick.
Maxine Selvaggio says
I think this was a great smoothie! (If you don’t have frozen fruit just add ice it’s soooo good!!!)
Natalie Perry says
I am so happy you enjoyed it! It really is so simple to make at home. In a pinch, ice works great!
Nora says
Awesome pink smoothie! My daughter loved it! Thanks!
Natalie Perry says
Happy to hear! You're welcome.
Alexandra says
I love a delicious smoothie, but can get overwhelmed when there is a long list of ingredients. This one is fantastic - only a few ingredients and it tastes incredible!
Natalie Perry says
I can relate. So happy to hear you enjoyed it!