Banana Coconut Smoothie
Escape to a tropical paradise with this creamy and refreshing Banana Coconut Smoothie, a quick and easy recipe that’s ready in just 5 minutes! Featuring the natural sweetness of a ripe banana blended with rich, velvety coconut milk, this smoothie is elevated by the delightful texture of shredded coconut and a hint of pure vanilla extract. For an extra touch of indulgence, you can add a drizzle of honey or maple syrup to suit your taste. With just a handful of wholesome ingredients and no added dairy, this vegan-friendly smoothie is perfect as a light breakfast, post-workout treat, or afternoon pick-me-up. Serve it chilled with a sprinkle of shredded coconut for garnish, and savor the blissful tropical flavors in every sip!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 piece ripe banana
- 1 cup coconut milk
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened shredded coconut
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup (optional for additional sweetness)
- 0.5 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 4 pieces ice cubes
Instructions
Peel the banana and break it into chunks to make it easier for blending.
In a blender, combine the banana chunks, coconut milk, shredded coconut, vanilla extract, and honey or maple syrup if desired.
Add the ice cubes to the blender for a chilled and creamy texture.
Blend on high speed until the mixture is smooth and creamy, ensuring no chunks remain.
Taste the smoothie and adjust sweetness by adding more honey or maple syrup if needed.
Pour the smoothie into a glass and, if desired, garnish with a sprinkle of shredded coconut on top.
Serve immediately and enjoy your tropical Banana Coconut Smoothie!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
222 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 6.9 g | 9% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.0 g | 30% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 44 mg | 2% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 41.2 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.8 g | 6% | |
| Total Sugars | 35.0 g | ||
| Protein | 0.8 g | 2% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 18 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 0.5 mg | 3% | |
| Potassium | 289 mg | 6% | |
*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.
