Banana Smoothie - A Beautiful Mess

This healthy banana smoothie recipe is a classic! You can blend it in less than five minutes. This smoothie is creamy and fresh with flavors of honey and vanilla. It’s packed with nutrients like potassium and fiber. Children and adults will be delighted with this recipe.

Use fresh or frozen bananas to mix up this delicious banana smoothie!

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Ingredients

bananas – You can use fresh or frozen bananas for this smoothie. I used frozen. My favorite way to freeze them for smoothies is by slicing them before freezing.
Frozen yogurt – Choose vanilla frozen yogurt or substitute Greek yogurt if you like.
milk – I used almond milk. You can use your favorite non-dairy or regular milk.
vanilla extract – I use vanilla extract in many of my smoothies. It’s delicious, flavorful and adds depth to smoothie recipes.
Honey – As an optional ingredient, I like to drizzle honey over my banana smoothie just before serving.

How to make a banana smoothie

In a blender (I’m currently using this affordable Ninja blender) combine milk, frozen yogurt, banana, and vanilla extract.

Blend and pulse until completely smooth.

Garnish with a dash of honey and a slice of banana.

Serve immediately.

Tips for the perfect banana smoothie

Freeze sliced bananas in airtight containers for future smoothie recipes. Bananas are my most used smoothie ingredient. A good habit is to always freeze bananas that are starting to get overripe in your kitchen.
If you like, add a scoop of peanut butter.
A pinch of cinnamon is a great addition to a banana smoothie.

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FAQ

frequently asked Questions

Are Bananas Healthy?

Bananas contain fiber and potassium, give you energy and fill you up.

How long does a banana smoothie last in the fridge?

While it’s always best to drink a smoothie right away, it’s also okay to leave it in the fridge overnight and drink it the next day. The absolute maximum is two days.

How can I make this banana smoothie healthier?

Substitute frozen yogurt with Greek yogurt and add a tablespoon of flaxseed flour for extra fiber.

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instructions

In a blender, combine milk, frozen yogurt, banana, and vanilla extract.
Blend and pulse until completely smooth.
Garnish with a dash of honey and a slice of banana.
Serve immediately.

Remarks

Freeze sliced bananas in airtight containers for future smoothie recipes. Bananas are my most used smoothie ingredient. A good habit is to always freeze bananas that are starting to get overripe in your kitchen.
If you like, add a scoop of peanut butter.
A pinch of cinnamon is a great addition to a banana smoothie.

Nourishment

nutritional information

Banana smoothie

amount per serving

% Daily Value*

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

Note: Nutritional values are automatically calculated using Spoonacular for your convenience. Where appropriate, we recommend using your own nutritional calculations.

Banana Smoothie – A Beautiful Mess