Home > Beverages > Easy Banana Smoothie Easy Banana Smoothie March 1, 2019 | 47 Comments SAVE TO RECIPE BOX Jump to Recipe This post may contain affiliate links. Please read my disclosure policy. This Banana Smoothie whips up in minutes with just five ingredients: frozen banana, milk, almond butter, vanilla, and a pinch of cinnamon. It’s naturally dairy-free and vegan. Other favorite smoothie recipes: Green Smoothie, Apple Smoothie, and this Red Velvet Smoothie. Banana Smoothie Bananas are always on my shopping list. I make sure to buy extra to chop and freeze, ready for making my favorite banana smoothie and these Banana Bites. I used to not enjoy plain banana smoothies, the ones without lots of other fruits mixed in. But after trying this recipe, I’m in love! This banana smoothie is full of good stuff, smooth, creamy, and really satisfying. Plus, my kids love it and always ask for more! If you’re a fan of almonds and bananas, you’re going to love this smoothie. Ingredients In Banana Smoothie Only 5 ingredients to get the best smoothie! Vanilla Almond Milk: This is the main liquid that mixes everything together. Pick a milk you like that fits with your diet needs. I use vanilla almond milk and love the flavor but have also tested with whole milk and it’s delicious. Frozen Banana Slices: They make the smoothie sweet and creamy. Freeze bananas ahead of time for a thicker smoothie and so you don’t need to use ice, which can water it down. Almond Butter (or peanut butter): It also gives this smoothie so much flavor and increases the creaminess of it. Choose almond butter for a milder taste or peanut butter if you like a stronger nut flavor. Vanilla Extract: Makes the smoothie taste better, giving it a sweet flavor. Cinnamon (optional): This is optional but if you’re a cinnamon lover you can add more. The cinnamon gives it such a delicious flavor. QUICK TIP Where is the ice? I don’t use ice in my smoothies because it can water them down. Using fully frozen fruit makes the smoothie thick and flavorful.This banana smoothie has no ice, and I believe it’s better that way! How To Make Banana Smoothies Freeze the banana: Prep your bananas as soon as you get them by peeling, slicing, and freezing overnight. Honestly, having a completely frozen banana (instead of a unfrozen one) is what takes this smoothie over the top. Measure: While it might seem silly to actually measure out ingredients for a smoothie instead of just throwing everything in, I highly recommend measuring ingredients the first few times you make this, so you get a good feel for the quantities. Throwing random ingredients in a blender can often end up giving you way too much smoothie or tasting, well, off. Blend: If you have a high-powered blender , you can add everything in and blend until smooth. Taste: Give it a quick taste and if needed, add in a bit of sweetener. We usually don’t add in sweetener because the banana sweetens this so much. The sweetness of bananas can vary, though, depending on their ripeness. Smoothie Tips I know: How hard can making a Banana Smoothie be, right?! But I still have a few tips. Good ripe bananas make all the difference in this smoothie. Freeze the bananas when they’re ripe and use them only when completely frozen for the best smoothie. If needed, add a little honey or maple syrup to sweeten this smoothie more. I’ve found with a really good and ripe banana you don’t need the additional sweetener; so give your smoothie a quick taste and add a teaspoon or two as needed. (honey will make it no longer vegan.) STORAGE Make Ahead & Storage Tips Storage Tips: It’s best to drink the banana smoothie immediately for the best texture and taste. However, this banana smoothie can last 8-12 hours in the fridge. Check by smell to see if it’s still good. Make-Ahead Tips: You can pre-freeze the ingredients in a bag and just add milk and vanilla when ready to blend. 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Course Breakfast, Drinks Cuisine American Keyword banana smoothie Prep Time 5 minutes minutes Total Time 5 minutes minutes Servings 1 -2 servings Chelsea Lords Calories 371kcal Author Chelsea Lords Ingredients▢ 1 cup unsweetened vanilla almond milk or milk of choice - (Note 1)▢ 1 cup frozen banana slices (1 large banana)▢ 2 tablespoons almond butter (or peanut butter)▢ 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract▢ Optional: scant 1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamonUS - Metric USMetric InstructionsTHE NIGHT BEFORE: Peel and slice the banana into coins, then freeze the slices in a sealed bag. If the banana isn't fully frozen, add ice to the smoothie.DAY OF: Combine almond milk, frozen banana, almond butter, vanilla, and cinnamon in a large, powerful blender. Blend until completely smooth (about 60 seconds in a high-powered blender).Enjoy immediately. Video Recipe NotesNote 1: You can use a different type of milk; just check and make sure it's dairy free if that's a concern. Nutrition FactsServing: 1serving | Calories: 371kcal | Carbohydrates: 42g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 21g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Sodium: 329mg | Potassium: 776mg | Fiber: 8g | Sugar: 20g | Vitamin A: 96IU | Vitamin C: 13mg | Calcium: 411mg | Iron: 2mg We do our best to provide accurate nutritional analysis for our recipes. Our nutritional data is calculated using a third-party algorithm and may vary, based on individual cooking styles, measurements, and ingredient sizes. Please use this information for comparison purposes and consult a health professional for nutrition guidance as needed. DID YOU MAKE THIS RECIPE? I love hearing from you when you've made one of my recipes! Tag me on Instagram at @ChelseasMessyApron or leave me a comment below.
This looks like my kind of breakfast! Beautiful photos too! I love using frozen banana in smoothies. So creamy! Reply
This smoothie sounds scrumptious, and a good substitute for folks with a sweet tooth who are trying to combat cravings! Reply
Chelsea; Hi, our banana smoothie looks so good and tasty.What is the nutrictional information in your smoothie recipe? I am a type 2 diabetic and i would like o know what the carbs and sugar content is before i make your smoothie in my magic bullet blender for 1 person . Kim Reply
I have made this twice now. Thank you so much for the amazing recipe. Definitely a new favorite. Reply
The only way to lose weight is to consume less calories than you burn in a day; if this smoothie helps reduce the overall amount of calories you intake in a day then it’s a good starting point 🙂 Reply
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Absolutely love this smoothie! I’ve only tried it with peanut butter but it tastes great. Perfect afternoon pick me up and the seasonings really bring it together. I did use Vanilla Almond Milk which I prefer. Try this! You won’t regret it. Reply
I was looking for a safe at home way to lower blood pressure and came across your banana smoothie recipe. Thanks, I plan to start this tomorrow morning and see how it goes. Reply
