Banana Smoothie Recipe

 

Prep: 5 mins

Cook: 0 mins

Total: 5 mins

Servings: 2 servings

Yield: 2 1/2 cups

This banana smoothie recipe is quick, easy, and perfect for using up ripe bananas. With just five simple ingredients, you can create a delicious and satisfying breakfast or snack in no time.

Ingredients

• 1 - 3 tablespoons honey
• 3/4 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
• 2 medium ripe bananas, sliced
• 1 1/2 cups vanilla yogurt
• 1/2 cup ice

Steps to Make It

1. Gather the Ingredients:

   • Set aside 2 slices of bananas, if desired, to use as garnish.

2. Combine Ingredients:

   • Pour the honey, vanilla extract, bananas, vanilla yogurt, and ice into a blender in that order.

3. Blend:

   • Blend, gradually increasing the speed until the mixture is smooth.

4. Serve:

   • Pour the smoothie into a chilled glass. Garnish each glass with a banana slice if desired. Serve and enjoy.

Storage Tips

• Refrigeration: You can refrigerate a smoothie and drink it the next day. If components separate, simply stir to recombine or put it back in the blender.
• Freezing: Make a large batch and store in individual portions in the freezer. Set out a serving for 5 to 10 minutes to soften before drinking. Stir well and enjoy!

Recipe Variations

• Add Berries: Add strawberries for a strawberry banana smoothie. Blueberries and raspberries work well too.
• Add Cocoa Powder: A scoop or two of cocoa powder turns this into a chocolate-banana smoothie treat!
• Swirl in Peanut Butter: Add some peanut butter for a robust smoothie, and consider adding 1/4 cup rolled oats.
• Add Tahini: Use sesame paste with a little cinnamon for a banana tahini smoothie.
• Switch Sweetener: Replace honey with agave nectar, cinnamon simple syrup, or maple syrup.
• Swap Yogurt for Milk: Use 6 ice cubes (or 1/2 cup crushed ice) and about 3/4 cup of dairy or non-dairy milk.
• Make it a Milkshake: Replace yogurt with a scoop of ice cream and add about 1/2 cup milk.
• Make it a Split: Use banana, 1/2 cup diced pineapple, and 1/4 cup fresh strawberries. Add chocolate, butterscotch, or caramel syrup. Top with whipped cream, a drizzle of chocolate syrup, and a maraschino cherry.
• Adult Beverage: Add 1 ounce of banana liqueur or a flavored vodka such as vanilla, banana, or whipped cream.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

• Calories: 350
• Fat: 3g
• Carbs: 77g
• Protein: 10g

Enjoy this versatile and delicious banana smoothie recipe as a refreshing breakfast or a quick snack!