Drinks

Witch’s Brew Smoothie Recipe

ByClara Bennett October 14, 2025October 14, 2025

Introduction

The Witch’s Brew Smoothie is a fun and vibrant drink that combines the creamy texture of chia pudding with a refreshing purple fruit smoothie. It’s perfect for a nutritious breakfast or a magical snack anytime you want a healthy boost with a playful twist.

A clear glass filled with alternating layers of purple smoothie and green chia pudding, creating a swirled effect. The purple smoothie layers have a smooth, thick texture, while the green chia pudding layers show visible seeds creating a bumpy look. On top, there is a generous swirl of white whipped cream sprinkled with green powder. A white paper straw with colorful dots sticks out from the whipped cream. The glass sits on a white marbled surface with a dark gray blurred background. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

3 tablespoons chia seeds
3/4 cup milk of choice (I used almond milk)
1/2 teaspoon matcha powder
1 tablespoon maple syrup
1/2 cup orange juice
1/2 cup water or almond milk
1 frozen banana
1/2 cup frozen blueberries
1/2 cup frozen pineapple
Whipped cream, for topping
Extra matcha powder, for garnish

Instructions

Step 1: Make the chia pudding by combining the chia seeds, milk, matcha powder, and maple syrup in a bowl. Whisk thoroughly to mix all ingredients well, then place the bowl in the refrigerator to allow the pudding to thicken.
Step 2: Prepare the purple smoothie by blending together the orange juice, water (or almond milk), frozen banana, frozen blueberries, and frozen pineapple until smooth. Add a little extra water if needed to help the blending process.
Step 3: To assemble the Witch’s Brew Smoothie, pour a small amount of the purple smoothie into the bottom of a glass. Add spoonfuls of chia pudding around the sides so its texture and color peek through like “bat warts and lizard scales.”
Step 4: Continue layering the smoothie and chia pudding until the glass is full. Finish by topping with whipped cream and a dusting of extra matcha powder for a magical look.

Tips & Variations

For a thicker chia pudding, let it chill overnight. You can also substitute maple syrup with honey or agave nectar for different sweetness levels.
Use any frozen mixed berries or tropical fruit if you want to experiment with different flavors in the purple smoothie.
To make it more festive, add edible glitter or food-safe color dust on top of the whipped cream.

Storage

Store any leftover smoothie in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours. The chia pudding may thicken further and absorb some moisture from the smoothie, so give it a good stir before serving. For best texture, avoid freezing assembled layers.

How to Serve

A clear glass filled with a layered drink showing alternating thick swirls of purple and greenish chia seed pudding in three visible layers, topped with a generous swirl of white whipped cream sprinkled with a light green powder, and a colorful polka dot straw inserted on one side. The drink sits on a white marbled surface with a soft dark gray background. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I make this smoothie vegan?

Yes, this recipe is naturally vegan if you use plant-based milk and whipped cream alternatives.

What can I use if I don’t have matcha powder?

If you don’t have matcha, you can omit it or substitute with a small amount of spinach powder or spirulina for a similar green hue and health benefits, though flavor will differ slightly.