Banana Smoothie for Kids
Whip up the ultimate Banana Smoothie for Kids, a creamy, refreshing drink bursting with natural sweetness and nutritious goodness! Perfect for busy mornings or an after-school snack, this quick and easy recipe blends ripe banana, milk (dairy or non-dairy), tangy yogurt, and a hint of vanilla for a flavor kids adore. Plus, for an extra touch of sweetness, you can add a drizzle of honey or maple syrup. Simple to make in just 5 minutes, this smoothie is packed with wholesome ingredients and is a perfect way to sneak in some fruit while keeping little ones happy and energized. Serve it chilled with ice cubes for a cool, healthy treat that’s as delightful to drink as it is nourishing!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 ripe banana
- 1 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy)
- 1 cup plain or vanilla yogurt
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup (optional for added sweetness)
- 0.5 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 4 ice cubes
Instructions
Peel the banana and break it into chunks for easy blending.
In a blender, add the banana, milk, yogurt, and vanilla extract.
If you prefer a sweeter smoothie, add honey or maple syrup.
Toss in the ice cubes to make the smoothie chilled and refreshing.
Blend on high for about 30-60 seconds until smooth and creamy.
Pour the smoothie into glasses and serve immediately for a delicious, kid-friendly treat!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
457 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 8.5 g | 11% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.5 g | 28% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 36 mg | 12% | |
| Sodium | 229 mg | 10% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 75.8 g | 28% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.1 g | 11% | |
| Total Sugars | 59.9 g | ||
| Protein | 19.0 g | 38% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.7 mcg | 29% | |
| Calcium | 632 mg | 49% | |
| Iron | 0.6 mg | 3% | |
| Potassium | 1204 mg | 26% | |
*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.
