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Beat the Winter Blues Berry Smoothie – Free Recipe

January 8, 2016 by Carolyn Bickford

berry-smoothie
In New England, we were fortunate to have a late start on winter. It was great and then the cold air and snow came. As usual my body said it was time to hibernate and pray my flu shot will work this year. I’m trying to be healthier, so I’ll still have my tea, but I’m also adding some smoothies for some energy boost, extra vitamin intake, and some immunity boosting items. I’d much rather drink a smoothie than take the horrible tasting horse pills they call vitamins.

Click here on The Pretty Bee for the recipe and directions.

Are you a smoothie addict who can’t get enough? Are you looking for more smoothie recipes? Check out these smoothie recipe cookbooks and don’t forget your smoothie friendly re-useable straws. If you don’t have a smoothie maker already then I suggest a Ninja blender, we love our and use it most days in the kitchen.

Here is an Immunity e-book we put together to show you how you can increase your immunity at home DIY style.  It covers managing stress and healthy eating, all of which play important roles in making sure you don’t get colds or flu. Don’t forget your morning Immunity defense gummy vitamins too. I take mine daily to pick up any dietary shortfall I might have. Having a strong immunity system allows you to recover from the flu quickly and easily. I just don’t have time to be sick, as a mother of teenagers who still can’t drive, It is all go, go ,go in our house.

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Mars Bar Dessert Cocktail – A Boozy Twist on a Classic Chocolate Bar

Mars Bars already have everything going for them: caramel, nougat, and silky milk chocolate. But when you turn them into a creamy, boozy cocktail? That’s when magic happens. This Mars Bar Dessert Cocktail is like drinking a chocolate bar milkshake—smooth, rich, and a little bit naughty.

It’s the kind of indulgent drink you make when you want to skip dessert altogether, or when you’re entertaining and need a show-stopping treat in a glass. One sip and you’ll understand why this cocktail is about to become your new guilty pleasure.

Why You’ll Love It

  • Tastes just like a Mars Bar – but with a boozy grown-up kick.

  • Quick to make – blend and pour, no fuss.

  • Perfect for dessert lovers – doubles as a drink and a sweet treat.

  • Customisable – adjust the liqueurs for more chocolate, caramel, or creaminess.

Ingredients (serves 2)

  • 2 x fun-sized Mars Bars, chopped

  • 60ml (2 oz) Baileys Irish Cream

  • 60ml (2 oz) Kahlúa (coffee liqueur)

  • 30ml (1 oz) Butterscotch schnapps (for caramel flavour)

  • ½ cup heavy cream (or vanilla ice cream for a milkshake version)

  • 1 tbsp chocolate syrup

  • Ice cubes

  • Extra chocolate syrup and whipped cream (optional, for garnish)

  • 1 fun-sized Mars Bar, sliced (for garnish)

Method

Step 1 – Prep the glasses
Drizzle chocolate syrup around the inside of two martini or dessert glasses. Pop them into the fridge to chill while you make the cocktail.

Step 2 – Blend it all together
In a blender, combine chopped Mars Bars, Baileys, Kahlúa, Butterscotch schnapps, cream, chocolate syrup, and ice cubes. Blend until smooth and creamy.

Step 3 – Pour and garnish
Divide between the chilled glasses. Top with whipped cream, drizzle of chocolate syrup, and a slice of Mars Bar perched on the rim or skewered on a cocktail stick.

Step 4 – Serve immediately
This cocktail is rich and indulgent—best enjoyed straight away while it’s frosty and fresh.

Variations to Try

  • Frozen Mars Cocktail – blend with extra ice for a thicker, slushy-style drink.

  • Extra Caramel Hit – add a swirl of caramel sauce in the glass before pouring.

  • Lighter Version – swap cream for milk or almond milk for a thinner sip.

  • Over-the-Top Dessert – serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream right on top.

When to Serve

This Mars Bar Dessert Cocktail is perfect for:

  • Girls’ nights in with snacks and laughter.

  • A cheeky dessert replacement when you want chocolate and booze.

  • Date nights at home (bonus points if you share the last Mars Bar).

  • Festive parties or special occasions where indulgence is the goal.

Mars Bars have a way of making us feel nostalgic and a little bit cheeky—and this cocktail delivers both. Rich, chocolatey, caramel-y, and perfectly boozy, it’s dessert and drink rolled into one.

So if you’ve ever found yourself sneaking a mini Mars Bar from the pantry, imagine blending that same joy into a glass with a splash of liqueur. Trust me: it’s a recipe worth keeping.

 

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