Make a pineapple kiwi smoothie using fresh fruit, yogurt, and milk; measure ingredients, blend with adult help, and taste your healthy creation.



Step-by-step guide to make a pineapple kiwi smoothie
Step 1
Wash your hands with soap and water so your smoothie stays clean.
Step 2
With an adult's help remove the pineapple skin so it is ready to cut.
Step 3
With an adult's help cut the pineapple into bite-size chunks.
Step 4
Peel the kiwi using a spoon or peeler so the skin is off.
Step 5
Slice the peeled kiwi into pieces so it is easy to blend.
Step 6
Measure 1 cup of pineapple chunks using the measuring cup.
Step 7
Put the measured pineapple chunks into the blender.
Step 8
Add the sliced kiwi pieces into the blender.
Step 9
Measure 1/2 cup of yogurt and add it to the blender.
Step 10
Measure 1/2 cup of milk and pour it into the blender.
Step 11
Add 4 ice cubes and 1 teaspoon of honey if you want it sweeter.
Step 12
Secure the blender lid and have an adult blend the mixture until smooth.
Step 13
Pour the smoothie into a cup so you can try it.
Step 14
Taste your smoothie and tell an adult if you want to add a little more milk or honey then blend again with adult help if needed.
Step 15
Share your finished Pineapple Kiwi Smoothie on DIY.org
Final steps
You're almost there! Complete all the steps, bring your creation to life, post it, and conquer the challenge!


Help!?
What can we use if we don't have fresh pineapple, kiwi, or honey?
If you don't have fresh pineapple use 1 cup drained canned pineapple or 1 cup frozen pineapple in Step 5 (and skip the 4 ice cubes in Step 10), substitute yogurt in Step 7 with 1/2 cup plant-based yogurt or mashed banana for creaminess, and replace honey in Step 10 with 1 teaspoon maple syrup or agave.
My blender left chunks and the smoothie wasn't smooth — what should I try?
If the blender struggles after Step 11, cut the pineapple and kiwi into smaller pieces in Steps 3–4, add an extra 1/4 cup milk from Step 9, secure the blender lid in Step 11, and pulse with adult help until smooth.
How can I adapt the steps for younger children and older kids?
For preschoolers, have an adult do Steps 2–4 and Step 11 while the child measures and adds ingredients in Steps 5–10, and for older kids let them safely peel in Step 4 and help cut in Step 3 under supervision and adjust honey and milk amounts in Steps 10–11 to taste.
How can we personalize or enhance the Pineapple Kiwi Smoothie?
To personalize the smoothie, add a handful of spinach or 1 tablespoon chia seeds to the blender in Step 8, swap the 1/2 cup yogurt in Step 7 for Greek yogurt to increase protein, or add a splash of vanilla extract before blending in Step 11.
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Facts about healthy cooking for kids
⚠️ Blenders spin very fast and have sharp blades, so always blend with an adult to keep your smoothie-making safe and super fun.
📏 Measurement magic: 1 cup is about 240 milliliters — using the right amounts helps your smoothie taste great every time.
🥝 One kiwifruit can have as much (or more) vitamin C as an orange, making your smoothie a bright, healthy boost.
🍍 Pineapple contains an enzyme called bromelain that helps break down proteins — it's why pineapple can tenderize meat and add zing to smoothies!
🥛 Yogurt brings probiotics (friendly bacteria) to your drink, which can help keep little tummies happy.


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