Smoothies made with kiwifruit are packed full of a lot of things. Vitality. Flavor. Nutrients.

If you want to get a thick, rich, creamy consistency, we have four mouth-watering tips for you — and one delicious surprise!

Four Simple (and One Surprising) Ways to Make Thicker Kiwi Smoothies

Smoothie lovers have a lot of simple techniques and ingredients available make their smoothies creamier.

1. Use less liquid.
   If a recipe calls for a full cup of water or milk, use ¾ cup or ½ cup. This is one of the simplest ways to thicken a smoothie.
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3. Add chia or flax seeds to make your smoothie thicker.
   Adding chia or flax seeds is another way to thicken a smoothie. These seeds absorb a lot of liquid and they also add loads of fiber and essential fatty acids to the drink.
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5. You can also use gelatin or xanthan gum.
   Xanthan gum in particular is a great thickening agent for smoothies. It's a plant-based fiber that emulsifies liquids. And it won't change the flavor of your drink. So you can add ¼ teaspoon to any smoothie whenever you want to thicken up your smoothie.
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7. Use frozen fruit instead of fresh.
   Adding bananas to a smoothie is a great way to boost add thickness and potassium to your smoothie. For many, it's the go-to fruit for creamier concoctions.
   
   But one thing you should definitely add to your next smoothie?
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9. Toss in an avocado.
   Yes, you read that correctly. If you want to take your smoothie game to the next level, add an avocado into the mix.
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Adding Avocado to a Smoothie?

When someone mentions avocado, you might instantly think of salads or guacamole. But using an avocado is guaranteed to add a luscious thickness and vibrant color to your smoothie, as well as even more nutritious value.

Avocados are full of heart-healthy monounsaturated fats — aka the good fats! — which are known to reduce dangerous LDL cholesterol while raising beneficial HDL cholesterol. They're also rich in potassium, more than a banana, and loaded with fiber, antioxidants, vitamin K and folate. Avocados even have a fair amount of vitamin C — although nowhere near as much as kiwifruit!

Beyond that, avocados are known as a "nutrient booster," helping increase absorption of fat-soluble nutrients such as vitamins A, D, K and E. So adding it to your kiwifruit smoothie that's already bursting with life-enriching antioxidants makes perfect sense.

And we know what you're thinking: "Should I worry about the fat content of avocados?"

Not when consumed in moderation! We need the kinds of healthy fatty acids in our diet that an avocado delivers. And it's a high satiety food, too, so it will fill you up quicker, helping reduce hunger for longer.