“By far my favorite secret menu gummy smoothie at Jamba. The tangy lime and pineapple turn up the flavor while toning down the sweetness. Delicious!”
~ Catherine
Red Gummy Bear, an unofficial Jamba Juice Secret Menu smoothie recipe, is, by far, the most popular of the five secret gummy bear smoothies you can order at Jamba, the others being Blue, Green, Pink, and White. Combining sweet red raspberry juice with lime, orange, pineapple, and raspberry sherbets provides a sweet and tart combination that tastes just like the popular Gummy Bear candies. Is there anyone who doesn’t like the red ones best?
Everything You Need
Key Ingredients
The Jamba Juice Secret Menu Red Gummy Bear smoothie ingredients are:
- strawberries
- raspberry juice
- soy milk
- lime sherbet
- orange sherbet
- pineapple sherbet
- raspberry sherbet
- ice
Health Benefits
Strawberries – Strawberries are a flavorful staple of many healthy smoothies and shakes. They are an excellent source of several important antioxidants and beneficial plant compounds including pelargonidin, ellagic acid, ellagitannins, and procyanidins. Strawberries are widely known to decrease the risk of heart disease, help regulate blood sugar, and reduce the risk of certain cancers.
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Raspberry Juice – Raspberries are a popular seasonal fruit that are actually a member of the rose family. They are packed with vitamin C and manganese and also provide several B vitamins, vitamin E, and vitamin K. Raspberries are very high in antioxidant plant compounds that protect against cell damage and can help reduce your risk of various chronic diseases.
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Soy Milk – Soy milk is a dairy substitute made from soybeans and water. It is an excellent source of protein, potassium, and is often fortified with vitamin A, vitamin B12, and vitamin D. Also, being plant-based, soy milk contains no cholesterol, no lactose, and is very low in saturated fat.
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Lime Sherbet – Limes are a sour citrus fruit that are best known for their immunity boosting nutrients. They are loaded with vitamin C and contain other important minerals such as riboflavin and niacin. Limes are also known to reduce the risk of heart disease, prevent kidney stones, and aid in the absorption of iron.
Orange Sherbet – Oranges are the most popular of all citrus fruits. They are absolutely packed with vitamin C and provide significant amounts of the flavonoids hesperidin and naringenin as well as carotenoids beta-cryptoxanthin and lycopene. Oranges promote healthy immune function, boost heart health, and have been shown to prevent anemia.
Pineapple Sherbet – Pineapples are popular tangy tropical fruit that, surprising to most, originated in South America, not Hawaii. They are absolutely loaded with antioxidants and nutrients, including a ridiculously high amount of vitamin C (1 serving = 131% of the recommended daily intake), manganese, vitamin B6, and thiamin. Pineapples also contain a significant amount of the digestive enzymes bromelain that can help fight pancreatic cancer.
How To Order From The Jamba Juice Secret Menu
Most Jamba Juice employees know many of the Secret Menu recipes, especially the popular ones, so all you need to do is ask. However, if it is a particularly obscure or experimental drink, or if you get an inexperienced server, just bookmark the recipe below and whip out your phone the next time you are at Jamba Juice … if they aren’t too busy with other customers, Jamba Juice employees will generally oblige. And, as always, don’t forget to tip your drink-maker!
Equipment Needed To Make At Home
A standard blender is all that is required to make these delicious smoothies. If you are making it for just one person, we recommend using the truly amazing personal NutriBullet Ultra as it is super-quick to set up and very easy to clean.
If you are making them for more than one person, we recommend a higher-end Vitamix blender that can process larger loads more efficiently.
For overnight storage, we recommend using a glass or BPA-free airtight container with a resealable lid.
How To Make The Red Gummy Bear Smoothie At Home
The Jamba Juice Secret Menu Red Gummy Bear smoothie is very easy to make:
- Step 1: Place strawberries, raspberry juice, soy milk, lime sherbet, orange sherbet, pineapple sherbet, raspberry sherbet, and ice into a blender and secure the lid.
- Step 2: Start the blender on its lowest speed and steadily ramp up to its highest speed. This will reduce wear and tear on the motor and blades, facilitate a more consistent blend, and help prevent food splatter onto the lid and sides.
- Step 3: Blend for approximately 30 seconds or until a smooth consistency is achieved.
- Step 4: Pour into a glass for immediate refreshment or place in the refrigerator in an airtight container to enjoy later.
Recipe Tips And Substitutions
If you don’t have frozen fruit, or simply prefer to use fresh fruit (we totally get that), we recommend adding 1/2 cup of ice to chill your smoothie and give it a pleasing icy texture.
Almond milk or coconut milk can be substituted for the soy milk and still keep this delicious smoothie dairy-free.
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Jamba Juice Secret Menu Red Gummy Bear Smoothie Recipe
Equipment
Ingredients
- ½ cup strawberries frozen
- 1 cup raspberry juice
- ½ cup soy milk unsweetened
- ½ cup lime sherbet
- ½ cup orange sherbet
- ½ cup pineapple sherbet
- ½ cup raspberry sherbet
- ½ cup ice
- 1 Collagen Boost optional
Instructions
- Place strawberries, raspberry juice, soy milk, lime sherbet, orange sherbet, pineapple sherbet, raspberry sherbet, and ice into a blender and secure the lid.
- Start the blender on its lowest speed and steadily ramp up to its highest speed. This will reduce wear and tear on the motor and blades, facilitate a more consistent blend, and help prevent food splatter onto the lid and sides.
- Blend for approximately 30 seconds or until a smooth consistency is achieved.
- Pour into a glass for immediate refreshment or place in the refrigerator in an airtight container to enjoy later.
Notes
- If you don’t have frozen fruit, or simply prefer to use fresh fruit (we totally get that), we recommend adding 1/2 cup of ice to chill your smoothie and give it a pleasing icy texture.
- Almond milk or coconut milk can be substituted for the soy milk and still keep this delicious smoothie dairy-free.
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More Jamba Juice Secret Menu Smoothie Recipes
→ If you liked this delicious Red Gummy Bear smoothie, try more of our off-the-menu favorites on our Jamba Juice Secret Menu Smoothie Recipes page.
Source
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