Banana Cocktail
Sip your way to tropical bliss with this creamy and refreshing Banana Cocktail, a perfect blend of ripe bananas, milk, and a zesty splash of orange juice. Naturally sweetened with honey or sugar and elevated by a hint of vanilla extract, this drink is irresistibly smooth and indulgent. For those seeking a boozy twist, add a touch of white rum to transform it into the ultimate summer cocktail. Each glass is garnished with fresh banana slices and vibrant mint leaves, making it as beautiful as it is delicious. Ready in just 10 minutes, this chilled and creamy treat is perfect for brunches, parties, or a quick escape to paradise at home.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces ripe bananas
- 1.5 cups milk
- 0.5 cups orange juice
- 1 tablespoon honey or sugar
- 0.5 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 6 pieces ice cubes
- 2 ounces white rum (optional)
- 2 pieces banana slices (for garnish)
- 4 leaves mint leaves (for garnish)
Instructions
Peel the ripe bananas and break them into chunks for easier blending.
In a blender, combine the banana chunks, milk, orange juice, honey or sugar, and vanilla extract.
Add the ice cubes to the blender to ensure the cocktail is chilled.
If using rum, pour in 2 ounces of white rum for a boozy cocktail.
Blend the mixture on high speed until smooth and creamy. Taste the cocktail and adjust the sweetness if needed by adding more honey or sugar.
Pour the cocktail into two serving glasses.
Garnish each glass with a banana slice and a couple of fresh mint leaves for an elegant presentation.
Serve immediately and enjoy your refreshing Banana Cocktail!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
559 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.4 g | 2% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.3 g | 2% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 4 mg | 0% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 107.0 g | 39% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.3 g | 33% | |
| Total Sugars | 68.5 g | ||
| Protein | 4.9 g | 10% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 34 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 1.2 mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 1451 mg | 31% | |
*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.
