Recreate Hailey Bieber’s Viral Strawberry Glaze Skin Smoothie: A Delicious and Affordable Vegan Recipe for Radiant Skin

The Hailey Bieber Strawberry Glaze Skin Smoothie took social media by storm, captivating fans with its promise of radiant skin and delicious taste. While the original from Erewhon Market comes with a hefty price tag and includes animal-based ingredients, achieving that coveted glow is now more accessible than ever. You can easily make a delightful and equally effective vegan version of Hailey Bieber’s Strawberry Glaze Skin Smoothie recipe right in your own kitchen, using simple, plant-based ingredients you likely already have on hand.

What is Hailey Bieber’s Strawberry Skin Smoothie Craze All About?

Hailey Bieber, known for her impeccable style and glowing complexion, partnered with Erewhon, a popular high-end health food market in Los Angeles, to launch a signature smoothie. This collaboration coincided with the debut of her skincare line, Rhode, positioning the vibrant pink and white smoothie as a drinkable extension of her skincare philosophy. The original Erewhon concoction quickly became a TikTok sensation, with countless fans flocking to the market to experience the trendy “Strawberry Glaze Skin Smoothie” firsthand.

The appeal lies not just in its photogenic appearance but also in its supposed skin-enhancing ingredients. The original recipe features components like collagen powder, liquid hyaluronic acid, and sea moss gel, all marketed for their benefits to skin elasticity, hydration, and overall health. For weeks, the hashtag #HaileyBieberSmoothie has dominated feeds, indicating a strong public interest in beauty-from-within trends. However, the high cost – often around $17 per serving – and the inclusion of animal-derived ingredients like collagen, presented a barrier for many enthusiasts.

Deconstructing the Original: What’s Really in Erewhon’s Strawberry Glaze Skin Smoothie?

Before diving into our vegan alternative, let’s understand what makes the Erewhon version tick. The foundation of Hailey’s smoothie includes classic, delicious smoothie staples: frozen strawberries, creamy avocado, naturally sweet dates, and a base of almond milk. These ingredients contribute to its delightful flavor and rich texture.

What sets the Erewhon smoothie apart are its specialized “skin-boosting” additions. These typically include:

• Vanilla Collagen Powder: Often derived from animal sources, collagen is a protein believed to improve skin elasticity and reduce wrinkles.
• Edible Hyaluronic Acid: Known for its incredible ability to retain moisture, hyaluronic acid aims to hydrate the skin from within.
• Sea Moss Gel: A nutrient-rich superfood, sea moss is lauded for its mineral content and potential anti-inflammatory properties, thought to support overall skin health.

While these ingredients offer potential benefits, they are precisely what contribute to the smoothie’s exorbitant price tag and make it unsuitable for a vegan diet. Recognizing this, our goal is to achieve similar skin-nourishing effects and delicious taste, without compromising on ethics or breaking the bank.

Crafting Your Own: The Ultimate Vegan Hailey Bieber Skin Smoothie Recipe at Home

Creating a plant-based, budget-friendly dupe of Hailey Bieber’s popular smoothie is surprisingly simple. Our carefully selected ingredients provide the essential nutrients for glowing skin, mimicking the texture and flavor of the original without the need for expensive or animal-derived “superfoods.”

Key Vegan Ingredients & Their Skin-Boosting Powers

• Frozen Strawberries: Not just for flavor and that iconic pink hue, frozen strawberries are packed with antioxidants and Vitamin C. Vitamin C is crucial for collagen synthesis in the body, helping to maintain skin firmness and reduce the appearance of fine lines. Using frozen berries also contributes to a thicker, colder, and more refreshing smoothie texture, which undeniably enhances the taste.
• Almond Milk: A versatile and creamy plant-based liquid, unsweetened almond milk serves as the perfect base for this smoothie. Opting for brands like Malk or Three Sisters can get you closer to the premium quality used in the original recipe. Almond milk is often fortified with calcium and vitamins, adding to the nutritional value.
• Pumpkin Seeds (Raw): This is our clever, protein-packed alternative to animal-based collagen powder. Raw pumpkin seeds are a powerhouse of amino acids, particularly glycine and proline, which are key building blocks of collagen in the human body. They also provide zinc, which is vital for skin repair and inflammation reduction, and essential fatty acids for overall skin health. They are a truly budget-friendly swap that doesn’t compromise on benefits.
• Soft Tofu: Don’t be surprised by this secret ingredient! Soft tofu is an excellent source of plant-based protein and amino acids, contributing to skin elasticity and repair. While not a direct substitute for hyaluronic acid, tofu helps create a luxuriously creamy texture and makes the smoothie more filling. Its amino acid profile supports overall skin health, indirectly aiding in hydration and structural integrity.
• Avocado: The healthy fats in avocado are legendary for promoting glowing skin. Rich in monounsaturated fatty acids, Vitamin E, and Vitamin C, avocado helps hydrate the skin from within, protects against oxidative damage, and contributes to the smoothie’s incredibly rich and creamy consistency. It’s a natural emollient for your skin, inside and out.
• Medjool Dates: These caramel-like dates offer more than just natural sweetness. Medjool dates are rich in essential minerals like potassium, magnesium, and copper, and provide dietary fiber. They blend beautifully into smoothies, offering a smooth sweetness that avoids refined sugars.
• Vanilla Extract: To replicate the delicious vanilla notes found in the original’s vanilla collagen powder, a splash of pure vanilla extract is essential. It adds a warm, comforting depth of flavor that completes the smoothie’s profile.
• Maple Syrup: For an extra layer of natural sweetness and a hint of rich flavor complexity, a touch of maple syrup can be added. It balances the tartness of the strawberries and complements the other ingredients beautifully.
• Sea Salt (Pinch): A tiny pinch of sea salt might seem unusual, but it’s a game-changer for balancing and enhancing all the flavors in the smoothie. For an added bonus, if you use an ionized salt like Himalayan pink salt, you’ll be incorporating trace minerals often found in sea moss gel, providing a subtle nod to its original counterpart without the fuss or cost.
• For Decorating the Glass: Coconut Cream and Strawberry Puree: To fully capture the aesthetic and enhance the flavor experience, mimicking Erewhon’s presentation is a must. Rich coconut cream provides healthy fats and a beautiful white swirl, while a vibrant strawberry puree (or naturally sweetened strawberry jam) adds an extra burst of berry flavor and the signature pink stripe.

Expert Tips for Crafting the Perfect Homemade Vegan Smoothie

• Blend for Longer Than You Think: The secret to an exceptionally smooth and creamy smoothie isn’t just about liquefying the ingredients. Continue blending for an additional 30-40 seconds after everything appears smooth. This extra blending time whips and emulsifies the smoothie, incorporating air and breaking down ingredients further, resulting in that luxurious, thick, and consistent texture you crave. It’s the difference between a good smoothie and a truly great one.
• Embrace Frozen Fruit and Cold Ingredients: This tip might seem obvious, but its impact is profound. Using ample frozen fruit and ensuring all other liquid ingredients are well-chilled makes a significant difference. A cold smoothie will naturally be thicker, more refreshing, and taste infinitely better, much like comparing a scoop of cold, firm ice cream to a warm, runny, melted mess. It prevents a watery consistency and delivers a truly satisfying experience.
• Opt for Medjool Dates: While other dates can be used, Medjool dates are superior for smoothies. Their naturally soft, caramel-like texture and rich, deep sweetness blend seamlessly, providing natural sugars and a wonderful flavor without leaving gritty bits. Always remember to pit them before adding them to your blender!
• Invest in a Quality Blender: A powerful blender is key to achieving that velvety-smooth consistency, especially when working with frozen fruits, nuts, and denser ingredients like tofu. While any blender can work, a high-speed blender can transform your smoothie-making experience, making it quicker and ensuring no chunks are left behind.
• Taste and Adjust: Don’t be afraid to taste your smoothie before serving. You can always add more maple syrup for sweetness, a dash more almond milk for a thinner consistency, or an extra pinch of salt to brighten the flavors. Smoothies are a forgiving canvas for customization.

Watch Me Make This Smoothie in This Recipe Video:

Why Choose Vegan and Homemade for Your Skin Smoothie?

Beyond the undeniable deliciousness, opting for a vegan and homemade version of this trendy smoothie offers numerous advantages:

• Significant Cost Savings: At a fraction of the price of Erewhon’s $17 drink, making this smoothie at home is incredibly economical, allowing you to enjoy it regularly without guilt.
• Complete Ingredient Control: You know exactly what goes into your body, avoiding unnecessary additives, preservatives, or artificial sweeteners that might be present in store-bought versions.
• Ethical and Sustainable Choice: A plant-based diet reduces your environmental footprint and aligns with ethical considerations regarding animal welfare, making it a compassionate choice for both you and the planet.
• Nutrient Density: Our recipe focuses on whole, unprocessed plant ingredients that are naturally rich in vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, and healthy fats, all contributing to overall well-being and radiant skin.
• Customization Freedom: You can adjust the sweetness, thickness, and even experiment with additional skin-loving ingredients like a handful of spinach for extra greens, or a sprinkle of chia seeds for omega-3s and fiber.

Explore More Delicious Smoothie Recipes

If you’re loving the smoothie life, be sure to check out some of our other fantastic blends:

• 3-Minute Blueberry Milkshake Smoothie (a personal favorite!)
• Pretty Green Smoothie

Vegan Hailey Bieber Strawberry Glaze Skin Smoothie Recipe

By: Nicole Vranjican

A budget-friendly and ethical vegan version of Hailey Bieber’s Strawberry Glaze Skin Smoothie, crafted with frozen strawberries, creamy avocado, Medjool dates, and almond milk for glowing skin.

Prep Time: 5 minutes

Total Time: 5 minutes

Yields: 1 serving

Equipment

• 1 Blender

Ingredients

For the Smoothie:

• 1½ cups frozen strawberries
• ½ cup unsweetened almond milk
• 2 tbsp raw pumpkin seeds
• ⅛ block soft tofu (about 1.75 oz)
• ¼ medium avocado
• 2 Medjool dates, pitted
• ½ tsp vanilla extract
• 2 tsp maple syrup
• 1 pinch sea salt

For the Glass Decoration:

• Coconut cream
• Strawberry jam or homemade strawberry puree (recipe below)

Instructions

1. Combine all of the smoothie ingredients (frozen strawberries, almond milk, pumpkin seeds, soft tofu, avocado, Medjool dates, vanilla extract, maple syrup, and sea salt) in a high-speed blender.
2. Blend for 30-40 seconds, or until the mixture is incredibly smooth, thick, and creamy. Ensure there are no lingering chunks.
3. For best results and that iconic Erewhon look: Prepare your glass by spreading a layer of coconut cream around the inside using the back of a spoon. Follow with a layer of strawberry jam or homemade strawberry puree (see notes for puree recipe), creating beautiful swirls.
4. Carefully pour the freshly blended smoothie into the decorated glass. Serve immediately and enjoy your radiant skin treat!

Notes

While store-bought strawberry jam is convenient and works wonderfully, making your own strawberry puree is a simple and rewarding alternative. Here’s how:

Homemade Strawberry Puree:

• Combine 1 cup of fresh or frozen strawberries with 1 tablespoon of sugar in a small saucepan.
• In a separate small bowl, whisk together 1 teaspoon of cornstarch and 1 tablespoon of water to create a slurry. Add this slurry to the saucepan with the strawberries.
• Simmer the mixture over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until it begins to bubble.
• Reduce the heat to low and continue to simmer, stirring, until the strawberries have softened and the juices have thickened into a syrupy consistency.
• Remove from heat. Add a small squeeze of fresh lemon juice to brighten the flavors. Taste and adjust sweetness by adding more sugar if desired.
• For a smoother puree, mash the strawberries with a fork or carefully blend them using an immersion blender or a regular blender (allow to cool slightly before blending in a regular blender).
• Let cool completely before using to decorate your smoothie glass.

If you try this delightful vegan Hailey Bieber Strawberry Glaze Skin Smoothie recipe at home, please let us know what you think in the comments below! Your feedback helps others discover the joy of homemade, healthy, and delicious plant-based recipes.