Banana Julius
Start your day with the creamy delight of a Banana Julius, a refreshing and frothy drink that’s bursting with natural sweetness and irresistibly smooth texture. This easy-to-make, no-cook recipe combines ripe bananas, velvety vanilla yogurt, and a hint of vanilla extract for a luscious blend that perfectly balances fruitiness and creaminess. Sweetened with honey or sugar and served over crushed ice, this dreamy beverage is a healthier alternative to traditional milkshakes, while still capturing that indulgent flavor you crave. Ready in just 5 minutes, it’s perfect for busy mornings, a quick snack, or even a light dessert. For an extra dash of warmth, sprinkle ground cinnamon on top before serving. Whip up this simple yet satisfying Banana Julius and savor a cool, comforting treat that’s sure to elevate your day!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces ripe bananas
- 1 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons honey or sugar
- 1 cup vanilla yogurt
- 1 cup ice cubes
- 0.25 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
Instructions
Peel the bananas and break them into chunks for easier blending.
In a blender, combine the banana pieces, milk, vanilla extract, honey or sugar, vanilla yogurt, and ice cubes.
Blend the ingredients on high speed until smooth and frothy. This should take about 1-2 minutes depending on your blender.
Taste the mixture and adjust the sweetness if needed by adding more honey or sugar.
Pour the Banana Julius into glasses.
Optional: Sprinkle a dash of ground cinnamon on top for added flavor.
Serve immediately and enjoy your creamy, delicious Banana Julius!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
818 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 11.6 g | 15% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.8 g | 34% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 38 mg | 13% | |
| Sodium | 284 mg | 12% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 163.2 g | 59% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.5 g | 23% | |
| Total Sugars | 133.0 g | ||
| Protein | 19.6 g | 39% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.8 mcg | 14% | |
| Calcium | 635 mg | 49% | |
| Iron | 0.9 mg | 5% | |
| Potassium | 1641 mg | 35% | |
*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.
