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Easy Banana Smoothie Recipe

This easy recipe is the master blueprint for a perfect banana smoothie every time. Featuring the thick, velvety texture of frozen bananas and a few key ingredients to boost protein, fiber, and healthy fats, this flavor-packed blend will become a stable part of your morning routine.
Course Smoothie
Keyword Banana
Prep Time 4 minutes
Servings 1 Smoothie (24 oz)

Equipment

  • 1 Blender

Ingredients

Base Ingredients

  • 2 medium frozen bananas
  • 1 cup milk of choice

Optional Frozen Fruit or Greens

  • 1/2 cup frozen fruit of your choice
  • 1/2 cup fresh spinach or kale
  • Increase the liquid to 1 1/2 cups total

Choose One Thickener

  • 1/3 cup Greek yogurt
  • 1 tbsp peanut butter
  • 1/4 cup rolled oats
  • 1/2 of an avocado
  • 1/2 cup frozen cauliflower

Choose Two to Three Add-Ins

  • 1 tbsp chia seeds, flaxseed, or hemp hearts
  • 1 serving protein powder
  • 1 serving supplement powder of choice
  • 2 pitted dates
  • 1 dash cinnamon
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tbsp raw honey

Instructions

  • Liquid First: Pour your liquid into the blender first.
  • Fresh Ingredients: Next, toss in the thickeners and add-ins.
  • The Frozen Layer: Add the frozen banana and other fruit, if using, on top.
  • Blend: Start on low and gradually increase to high for 60 seconds until perfectly velvety

Notes

Be sure to review the entire article for more tips on selecting the right liquids, thickeners, add-ins, and flavor boosters.

Nutrition

Serving: 24 oz