Lucuma Collagen Smoothie
Creamy, caramel-like, and packed with nutrients — this Lucuma Collagen Smoothie tastes like dessert but works like skincare. Lucuma, often called “the gold of the Incas,” is rich in antioxidants, fiber, and minerals, while Crushed Tonic’s hydrolyzed collagen peptides deliver clinically proven benefits for your skin, hair, and gut.
Time: 2 minutes
Serves: 1
Collagen: ~5 g per smoothie
ingredients
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½ frozen banana (optional for creaminess)
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1 cup milk of choice (almond, oat, or coconut)
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2 tbsp Greek yogurt or ¼ avocado (for texture)
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1 tsp maple syrup or honey (optional)
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Ice cubes, for thickness
Optional boosts:
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1 tsp maca powder or cinnamon
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1 scoop Crushed Tonic Pure Marine Collagen or Crushed Tonic Pure Bovine Collagen for extra protein
directions
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Add all ingredients to a blender and blend until silky smooth.
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Taste and tweak — add more ice for a thicker shake or more milk for a lighter drink.
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Pour + glow — serve chilled and sip your way to plumper, hydrated skin.
why you’ll love it
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Lucuma = natural caramel sweetness without refined sugar.
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Collagen = visible glow: +28% hydration, +20% elasticity in 8 weeks.
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Nutrient-dense + dairy-free friendly for everyday sipping.
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Versatile base: turn it into smoothie bowls, popsicles, or latte blends.
make it yours
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Breakfast boost: add oats or chia seeds.
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Matcha twist: blend with ½ tsp Crushed Tonic Matcha Collagen.
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Dessert version: drizzle almond butter or top with cacao nibs.
FAQs
What is lucuma?
A Peruvian superfruit known for its caramel-maple flavor and nutrient density — naturally sweet yet low-glycemic.
Does collagen blend well in smoothies?
Yes! Hydrolyzed collagen dissolves instantly without clumps or taste.
Can I make it vegan?
Our collagen is marine or bovine-based, but the smoothie is fully dairy-free if you use plant milk and skip yogurt.
When should I drink it?
Anytime — morning beauty ritual, snack, or post-workout recovery shake.