Description
A creamy and refreshing banana smoothie made with ripe banana, milk, and ice. Naturally sweet, smooth, and ready in minutes, perfect for breakfast or a quick energizing snack.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 large ripe banana, sliced
- 1 cup milk (dairy or plant-based)
- 1/2 cup ice cubes
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
Instructions
- Ensure your blender is clean and ready to use.
- Add the milk, sliced banana, ice cubes, honey or maple syrup if using, and vanilla extract into the blender.
- Secure the blender lid firmly before starting.
- Blend on low speed at first, then gradually increase to high.
- Blend for 30 to 45 seconds until completely smooth and creamy.
- Adjust consistency by adding a small splash of milk if needed and blend briefly again.
- Pour into a glass and serve immediately while cold and velvety.
Notes
- Use very ripe bananas for maximum sweetness and flavor.
- For a thicker smoothie, use frozen banana slices instead of ice.
- Taste before adding sweetener, ripe bananas are often sweet enough.
- Chill your glass beforehand for an extra refreshing experience.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 glass
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 10mg