This banana smoothie recipe is a must-have! It’s so creamy and satisfying that kids and adults alike will go crazy for it.
Banana Smoothie Recipe Video
My favorite banana smoothie recipe takes less than five minutes to make. It’s delicious on its own, or you can easily customize it with your favorite fruits, nut butter, or a handful of greens.
Plus, you can make it and freeze it. I’m sharing my tips below.
The Best Banana Smoothie
Main Ingredients:
- Banana: I use one banana to make one large or two small kid-sized smoothies. Use a ripe banana for the best smoothies. For the creamiest banana smoothies, use frozen banana slices. I’ve explained how to freeze bananas for smoothies below.
- Half an Orange: When I have oranges in the house, I like to add them to my morning smoothies. It adds extra vitamin C and tropical flavor. You can substitute other fruits for the oranges, such as mango, pineapple, or berries.
- Plain or Greek yogurt: I like to add a tablespoon for extra creaminess and protein. For a yogurt-free smoothie, add a little extra fruit or a vegetable like spinach or kale.
- Water or milk: I add a splash of liquid to the blender to help blend the smoothie ingredients. For a milk-free smoothie, use water. It still tastes amazing. For more creaminess, add milk (dairy or non-dairy both work).
How to make the best banana smoothie
To make a banana smoothie, I add bananas, oranges, yogurt, and a splash of milk or water to the blender and then blend it until smooth. For an icy cold smoothie, add a handful of ice or use frozen fruit.
Enjoy your smoothie right away, or save it for later. You can keep this smoothie in the fridge in an airtight container (I use a mason jar with a lid) for up to 24 hours. The ingredients may separate over time, but shake the jar before serving.
You can also freeze banana smoothies! I add my smoothies to freezer-safe bags and remove as much air as possible. Then I freeze them. They last 1 to 2 months in the freezer. Thaw your frozen smoothies overnight or run under warm water for a minute, and blend until smooth.
How to Freeze Bananas for Smoothies
To make these smoothies even easier, freeze bananas or other fresh fruit in chunks. You can also prepare and freeze smoothie packs that are ready for a grab-and-blend smoothie option.
To freeze bananas or other fruit for smoothies:
- Wash and chop fresh fruit into small pieces.
- Pat them dry, then arrange them on a baking sheet lined with parchment-paper.
- Slide the baking sheet into the freezer and freeze until they harden (about 2 hours).
When the fruit hardens, divide them into freezer-safe bags and freeze for your next smoothie. They will last up to 2 months.
Banana Smoothie Variations
This smoothie recipe is delicious, but you can also use it as the base for other smoothie recipes. Here are some suggestions:
- Add more fruit (fresh or frozen). I like mango, pineapple, and berries.
- Add green vegetables like spinach, kale, or Swiss chard. I add one to two cups.
- Add some avocado for healthy fats.
- Add hemp, chia, or your favorite protein powder for more protein and fiber.
- Add a tablespoon of peanut butter, almond butter, cashew butter, or other nut butter.
- Add some chocolate along with a teaspoon of cocoa powder or cacao nibs.
- Add fresh ginger, turmeric, or ground spices like cinnamon, pumpkin pie spice, and ground turmeric.
Conclusion
The “Simple and Fast: The easy 5-minute banana smoothie recipe brings fantastic taste and convenience to your breakfast schedule. You can make this velvety delicious smoothie quickly as a satisfying meal during busy mornings or any time you feel the desire for a nutritious treat. You can make a protein-rich vitamin-packed beverage by combining ripe bananas with yogurt together with milk or water. Add either your personal choice of fruits or green vegetables or a nut butter to enhance the flavor profile while increasing the nutritional benefits of your smoothie. The quick and simple recipe offers an approach to produce nutritious smoothies instantly so you can begin your day with wholesome goodness.
FAQs
Q1: What ingredients do I need for this banana smoothie recipe?
A1: You need a ripe banana, half an orange, Greek yogurt, water or milk (dairy or non-dairy), and optionally, a little honey.
Q2: Can I customize this smoothie recipe?
A2: Absolutely! You can add more fruits like strawberries, mango, or berries, as well as greens like spinach or kale, or a tablespoon of nut butter for extra flavor and nutrition.
Q3: Is it necessary to use frozen bananas?
A3: Using frozen bananas makes the smoothie creamier, but it’s not necessary. You can use a ripe banana at room temperature as well.
Q4: How can I make this smoothie dairy-free?
A4: You can replace the Greek yogurt with more banana, nut butter, or even hemp seeds. Use water or non-dairy milk instead of regular milk.