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sac02
12-02-08, 03:37 PM
How do you guys avoid this frothy "head" I always get on my smoothies? My typical large "breakfast replacement" smoothie might look something like this:

1 cup skim milk
0.75 cup low fat yogurt
1.25 cup frozen fruit
10 grams protein powder

I use the frozen fruit instead of fresh because it's cheaper, lasts longer if I don't make a smoothie for several days, and I don't have to use ice in my recipe.

Any guesses why I get this not-so-appetizing foam rising to the top of my smoothie?

Mac

UmneyDurak
12-02-08, 08:15 PM
Eh never had that problem. I usually add liquid ingredients in first, then frozen fruits.

UD
buddyp
12-03-08, 05:43 AM
run the blender on the slowest speed

127.0.0.1
12-03-08, 07:19 AM
try a gram of olive oil, or mineral oil (extra heavy duty surface foam killer)
umd
12-03-08, 08:00 AM
Some protein powders are more likely to froth. Try a different brand. Look for one that says it mixes or blends well.
MrCrassic
12-03-08, 09:18 AM
I've never had that problem with my protein powder, but I blend at a low speed for a few seconds and then increase it for about 15 or so.
Garfield Cat
12-03-08, 10:12 AM
Try the protien powder as the last thing into the blender. Since its powder, pour in slowly
127.0.0.1
12-04-08, 07:08 AM
I tested oil, it takes only 2 drops