Banana Bavaria Smoothie
Indulge in the creamy, tangy delight of the Banana Bavaria Smoothie — a refreshing blend perfect for any time of day. Packed with ripe bananas, velvety Greek yogurt, and a splash of lemon juice for a citrusy twist, this smoothie is both nourishing and bursting with flavor. The touch of vanilla and optional honey adds just the right amount of sweetness, while crushed ice creates a satisfyingly frosty texture. Ready in just 5 minutes, this easy-to-make smoothie is ideal for busy mornings, a midday pick-me-up, or a post-workout treat. Garnish with a pinch of cinnamon for a warm, aromatic finish and enjoy this wholesome beverage that’s as nutritious as it is delicious. Perfect for lovers of banana recipes, healthy smoothies, and quick breakfast ideas!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces ripe banana
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon honey (optional, for sweetness)
- 1 cup crushed ice
- 1 pinch ground cinnamon (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Peel the bananas and break them into smaller pieces for easier blending.
Add the banana pieces, Greek yogurt, milk, vanilla extract, lemon juice, honey (if using), and crushed ice to a blender.
Blend all the ingredients on high speed until smooth and creamy. This should take about 1-2 minutes.
Taste the smoothie and adjust sweetness by adding more honey, if desired. Blend briefly again if adding more sweetener.
Pour the smoothie into two glasses and sprinkle a pinch of ground cinnamon on top for garnish, if desired.
Serve immediately and enjoy your Banana Bavaria Smoothie!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
596 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 10.4 g | 13% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.2 g | 31% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 44 mg | 15% | |
| Sodium | 195 mg | 8% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 96.6 g | 35% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.6 g | 27% | |
| Total Sugars | 67.6 g | ||
| Protein | 35.2 g | 70% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.5 mcg | 12% | |
| Calcium | 627 mg | 48% | |
| Iron | 1.0 mg | 6% | |
| Potassium | 1602 mg | 34% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
