The Best Banana Smoothie Ever
Creamy, naturally sweet, and irresistibly satisfying, "The Best Banana Smoothie Ever" is your go-to recipe for a quick and healthy breakfast or snack. Made with ripe banana, unsweetened almond milk, and a dollop of creamy Greek yogurt, this smoothie strikes the perfect balance between indulgence and nourishment. A splash of vanilla extract and a touch of honey or maple syrup enhance the sweetness naturally, while the option to include frozen banana slices and ice cubes creates an ultra-thick, milkshake-like consistency. Ready in just 5 minutes, this versatile smoothie is easy to customize with your favorite dairy-free alternatives or mix-ins. Ideal for busy mornings or post-workout fuel, this banana smoothie will become a staple in your healthy recipe rotation.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 piece ripe banana
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk (or milk of choice)
- 0.5 cup plain Greek yogurt (or dairy-free alternative)
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
- 0.5 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.5 cup frozen banana slices (optional for a thicker smoothie)
- 2 piece ice cubes
Instructions
Peel the banana and break it into chunks.
In a blender, combine the ripe banana, almond milk, Greek yogurt, honey (or maple syrup), and vanilla extract.
For a thicker consistency, add the frozen banana slices and ice cubes to the blender.
Blend on high speed for 45-60 seconds or until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
Taste and adjust sweetness to your preference by adding more honey or maple syrup if needed.
Pour the smoothie into a large glass and serve immediately. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
374 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 3.7 g | 5% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.5 g | 2% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 4 mg | 1% | |
| Sodium | 213 mg | 9% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 73.4 g | 27% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.7 g | 24% | |
| Total Sugars | 47.1 g | ||
| Protein | 17.1 g | 34% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.5 mcg | 12% | |
| Calcium | 582 mg | 45% | |
| Iron | 1.5 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 1148 mg | 24% | |
*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.
