Banana Milk Shakes
Cool, creamy, and naturally sweet, these Banana Milk Shakes are the ultimate quick-fix treat for any time of day. Made with just a handful of wholesome ingredients—ripe bananas, milk, and a splash of vanilla extract—this recipe blends together in under 5 minutes for a luscious, velvety beverage that's as nutritious as it is delicious. Customize your shake by adding a drizzle of honey or sugar for extra sweetness, and elevate it further with an indulgent swirl of whipped cream and a sprinkle of ground cinnamon. Perfect for breakfast, an afternoon pick-me-up, or even dessert, these banana milkshakes are a refreshing and satisfying way to enjoy ripe bananas. Serve chilled and savor the simplicity of this classic, family-friendly favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces Ripe bananas
- 2 cups Milk
- 6 pieces Ice cubes
- 0.5 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon Honey or sugar (optional)
- as desired Whipped cream (optional)
- as desired Ground cinnamon (optional topping)
Instructions
Peel the bananas and cut them into slices.
In a blender, combine the banana slices, milk, ice cubes, and vanilla extract.
Add honey or sugar if desired for additional sweetness.
Blend the mixture on high speed until smooth and creamy. This should take about 1–2 minutes.
Taste the milkshake and adjust the sweetness if needed by adding more honey or sugar. Blend for a few more seconds if you add additional sweetener.
Pour the banana milkshake into serving glasses.
Optionally, top with whipped cream and a sprinkle of ground cinnamon for added flavor and presentation.
Serve immediately and enjoy your delicious banana milkshake!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
592 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 15.6 g | 20% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.2 g | 46% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 60 mg | 20% | |
| Sodium | 199 mg | 9% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 100.8 g | 37% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.6 g | 27% | |
| Total Sugars | 73.8 g | ||
| Protein | 19.4 g | 39% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.4 mcg | 27% | |
| Calcium | 659 mg | 51% | |
| Iron | 0.9 mg | 5% | |
| Potassium | 1647 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.
