Two frozen bananas make a smoothie so thick and creamy it tastes like a banana milkshake. Use spotty, ripe bananas for the most sweetness: you may not need the honey at all.
Ingredients
You’ll need: Blender
Method
Add the milk, yogurt, honey, vanilla and cinnamon to the blender.
Add the frozen banana pieces.
Blend on high until thick and creamy, 30-45 seconds.
Tips
Peel and slice ripe bananas before freezing so they’re easy to blend.
No frozen bananas? Use fresh ones and a cup of ice.
Nutrition per serving, approximate
- Calories
- 390
- Protein
- 16g
- Carbs
- 74g
- Sugar
- 49g
- Fiber
- 6g
- Fat
- 6g
Estimated from standard USDA values for the ingredients listed; brands vary.
Variations
Banana oat: Add ¼ cup rolled oats for breakfast.
Peanut butter banana: See our peanut butter banana smoothie.
Nutrition at a glance
One serving has about 390 calories, 16 g protein, 6 g fiber and 49 g sugar, including any optional sweetener. That makes it a reasonable stand-alone breakfast. Values are estimates from USDA data for the exact amounts listed; swapping milks or yogurts changes them: try our smoothie calorie calculator to check your version.
Make it ahead
Pack the solid ingredients (fruit, greens, seeds, oats) into a freezer bag and freeze for up to 3 months. In the morning, tip the bag into the blender, add the liquid and yogurt, and blend. A blended smoothie keeps in a sealed jar in the fridge for up to 24 hours; shake before drinking. More on smoothie freezer packs.
Frequently asked questions
Can I make a banana smoothie without yogurt?
Yes: use 1¼ cups milk; frozen bananas keep it thick.
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