This Strawberry Glaze Smoothie is a homemade vegan version of the cult-favorite from Erewhon Market—made for a fraction of the price. It's thick, creamy, and packed with plant-based protein, complete with a swirl of rich coconut cream and sweet strawberry glaze. This dreamy smoothie is as nourishing as it is visually stunning.

Strawberry glaze smoothie with coconut cream and strawberry swirls in a glass, garnished with a fresh strawberry.

Erewhon, a beloved local cafe and grocery chain across the LA area of California, is known for its creative, celebrity-collaborated smoothies that often feature natural, organic ingredients and superfoods. Many of these smoothies cost over $20 each, making them a fun but pricey indulgence. I haven’t been to Erewhon myself yet, but until I do, I love recreating their unique smoothies at home.

This strawberry glaze smoothie is inspired by theirs, but with a few tweaks to make it fully plant-based and high in protein. While Erewhon’s version includes collagen, I use vegan vanilla protein instead. The recipe simplifies the ingredient list, skipping the extra bells and whistles — though if you want to go all in with extras like sea moss or hyaluronic acid, I won’t stop you!

Balanced with complex carbohydrates, protein, and healthy fats, it supports glowing skin and keeps you full and energized. It makes one large smoothie for a nourishing breakfast or can be split into two servings for a snack. It delivers the same fresh, luxe flavor for a fraction of the price — no $20 smoothie run needed.

This smoothie is as lovely to sip as it is to look at. It’s almost too pretty to drink… almost. 😉 It’s indulgent yet nourishing, Insta-worthy yet simple, and I’d take it over a strawberry milkshake any day. If you enjoy colorful, dressed-up smoothies like this one, you’ll also love my peanut butter cup smoothie and strawberry banana espresso smoothie bowl — both just as satisfying and stunning.

Straight-on view of a strawberry glaze smoothie showing layered swirls of strawberry glaze and coconut cream.

Why You'll Love This Recipe

Better than the cafe: Has the same luxe factor as the original, made at a fraction of the price in your own kitchen.
Indulgent yet nourishing: Tastes like a rich strawberry milkshake, but packed with wholesome ingredients to energize your day.
Easy to make: Don’t live near an Erewhon? No problem. Simply simmer the strawberry glaze, blend the smoothie, and assemble.
High-protein: With about 25 grams of plant-based protein, it’s satisfying and helps support your protein goals.

Ingredients

Here’s what you’ll need to make your own strawberry glaze smoothie:

For the Strawberry Glaze

Fresh or frozen strawberries: Simmered down into a thick, fruity strawberry glaze. Either fresh or frozen work well — if using frozen, you may need to cook them slightly longer.
Maple syrup: Enhances the natural sweetness of the strawberries.
Lemon juice: Brightens and balances the flavor. Fresh is best, but bottled works in a pinch.

For the Smoothie

Frozen strawberries: The fruity base of the smoothie that adds a vibrant pink hue. Be sure they’re frozen for the thickest, creamiest texture.
Frozen banana: Adds a luscious, creamy texture and natural sweetness. Use a just-ripe banana for the best flavor. A fresh banana works too, but the smoothie won’t be as thick or chilled.
Avocado: A quarter of a ripe avocado adds richness and healthy fats. Make sure it’s perfectly ripe — not too firm but not overly brown or mushy. The flavor is very subtle and doesn’t overpower the smoothie, but you can leave it out if preferred.
Medjool date: One pitted Medjool date provides natural sweetness and fiber.
Vegan vanilla protein powder (optional): Adds thickness, a delicious vanilla flavor, and makes the smoothie more filling. My favorite is Ora Organic. Feel free to skip it if preferred.
Maple syrup (optional): Just a touch for extra sweetness, as used in the original cafe recipe. Totally optional.
Vanilla stevia drops (optional): Vanilla-flavored liquid stevia (also used in the cafe’s recipe) adds a final hint of sweetness and vanilla flavor. Leave it out if you don’t have it or don’t need extra sweetness.
Almond milk: Helps everything blend smoothly. Other milks like soy, coconut, or oat work too.

For Decorating the Glass

Canned coconut cream: Chill the can in the fridge for at least a few hours so it thickens and smears neatly inside the glass, creating beautiful, creamy swirls. Canned coconut milk also works — just chill it for at least 12 hours so the cream fully separates and rises to the top. You can also use coconut yogurt, coconut whipped topping, or another non-dairy whipped topping.

Find the full ingredient list with measurements in the recipe card below.

How to Make a Strawberry Glaze Smoothie

Here’s how to make your own cafe-inspired strawberry glaze smoothie at home:

Chopped strawberries, maple syrup, and lemon juice combined in a saucepan for strawberry glaze.

Step 1: In a small saucepan over medium-high heat, combine the strawberries, maple syrup, and lemon juice.

Finished strawberry glaze in a saucepan after cooking and reducing.

Step 2: Bring to a boil, then reduce to medium and let simmer for a few minutes, until the strawberries soften. Mash with a potato masher or fork, then simmer for another few minutes until thick, glossy, and reduced. Transfer to a bowl or heat-safe jar to cool — this helps it cool faster so it’s ready to use right away, though you can let it cool in the saucepan if you prefer.

Strawberry glaze smoothie ingredients added to a blender.

Step 3: In a high-powered blender, add all smoothie ingredients: frozen strawberries, frozen banana, avocado, Medjool date, protein powder, maple syrup, vanilla stevia drops, and almond milk. Blend until thick and creamy, adding a splash more almond milk if needed to help it blend.

Strawberry glaze smoothie being poured into a glass lined with strawberry glaze and coconut cream.

Step 4: Smear coconut cream around the inside of your serving glass. Spoon some of the strawberry glaze into the bottom and swirl more around the sides (you may have extra glaze). Pour in the smoothie and enjoy!

Chloe's Tips

Use frozen fruit. Make sure your strawberries or banana (ideally both) are frozen to achieve that dreamy, luscious texture. If neither is frozen, a handful of ice will work in a pinch, though it may slightly dilute the flavor and the smoothie won’t be quite as thick.
Use a high-powered blender with a tamper. This makes it much easier to blend frozen fruit into a super thick smoothie and lets you push the ingredients toward the blades without stopping to scrape the sides. A Vitamix blender really comes in handy here.
For decorating the glass: Use a spoon or small rubber spatula to smear chilled coconut cream around the inside of the glass first, then add the cooled strawberry glaze and gently swirl. Working with a chilled glass helps everything stay in place for clean, defined swirls, though it doesn’t have to be perfect — the more abstract, the better!

Angled view of a creamy strawberry glaze smoothie with coconut cream and strawberry glaze swirled around the inside of the glass.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes — it’s packed with fruit, which provides natural sweetness, fiber, vitamins, and antioxidants. Healthy fats from avocado and coconut cream, along with protein from protein powder, make it balanced and satisfying. There’s no refined sugar, though the recipe uses a few natural sweeteners — feel free to simplify and use only one or rely on the fruit for sweetness if you prefer.

For the best texture and flavor, I recommend making the smoothie right before you plan to drink it. If you have leftovers, you can store it in a sealed mason jar or airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 day. You may want to re-blend it with a handful of ice or frozen fruit to refresh the texture.

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Thank you!

–Chloe

Strawberry Glaze Smoothie (Erewhon Copycat)

By Chloe Martin

This strawberry glaze smoothie is a homemade vegan version of the cult-favorite from Erewhon Market — made for a fraction of the price. It's thick, creamy, and packed with plant-based protein, complete with a swirl of rich coconut cream and sweet strawberry glaze. This dreamy smoothie is as nourishing as it is visually stunning.

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PREP TIME:10

COOK TIME:15

TOTAL TIME:25

SERVINGS:

COURSE: Breakfast, Snack

CUISINE: American