Add a little water when blending fruit to help it fully puree
Add a small amount of water to fruit in the blender to help it blend thoroughly into a smooth puree.
When starting a fruit puree (e.g., blueberries), add a little water so the blender can catch and circulate the ingredients. Blend until fully smooth before drying.
The short version
- Use just enough water to get the blender moving and fully blend
What you need
- blender
What goes wrong
Blending fruit too dry so it doesn’t circulate
Add a little water to help it blend thoroughly
Why it works
Extra liquid improves circulation/vortex formation in the blender, reducing unblended chunks.
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