How to Make the Perfect Thick Smoothie: Our Top Tips

If there’s one question we get every single day, it’s: “How do you make your smoothies so thick?!”

We get it - there’s nothing better than that creamy, spoonable texture that feels more like dessert than breakfast. So today, we’re sharing our top tips for creating the perfect thick smoothie, every time.

1. Add Natural Thickening Agents 

Want that creamy, luscious texture? You need the right ingredients.
Nut butters, protein powders, and creamy add-ins like avocado or yogurt are your best friends.

Our personal favourite? Second Nature's French Vanilla Protein (or any of our protein flavours of course 😉). It doesn’t just make your smoothie thicker - it also adds a boost of protein and nutrients to keep you fuller for longer.

2. Use a Strong Blender 

A good blender makes all the difference when it comes to getting that velvety, smooth finish.

Some of our favourites are:

Vitamix - the powerhouse

Thermomix - for the multi-taskers (but more of an investment)

Breville Boss Blender  reliable, compact, and perfect for everyday use

The stronger the blender, the less liquid you need - and the thicker the result.

3. Start With Less Liquid 

One of the biggest mistakes people make? Adding too much liquid too soon.

Start small - just a splash to get things moving - and only add more if you really need it.
This is the key to that spoonable smoothie bowl texture we all love.

4. Use Frozen Fruit & Veg (No Ice!) 

Frozen is your friend! Using frozen fruit and veggies gives your smoothie that thick, creamy texture without watering it down.

Skip the ice - it just melts and ruins the consistency. Instead, stock up on frozen bananas, berries, mango, and even frozen zucchini for hidden greens.

The Takeaway!

A thick, creamy smoothie is all about the right ingredients, the right tools, and a little bit of technique. With frozen fruit, minimal liquid, and the help of protein-packed add-ins like Second Nature protein powder, you’ll have a bowl-worthy smoothie every single time.

Ready to put these tips to the test? Check out our range of Second Nature Protein Powders and start creating your thickest, dreamiest smoothies yet. 🥤✨