Strawberry Banana Smoothie
A delightful and nutritious smoothie that combines ripe bananas and juicy strawberries, perfect for breakfast or a quick snack.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 piece ripe banana, preferably frozen Frozen for a creamier texture.
- 1 cup frozen strawberries Frozen to maintain thickness.
- 1/2 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy) Choose your preferred type of milk.
- 1/4 cup Greek yogurt (optional) Adds creaminess and protein.
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup (optional) For added sweetness.
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional) Enhances flavor.
- a few pieces ice cubes (optional) Optional for extra chill.
- Optional toppings: fresh strawberries, banana slices, granola, chia seeds
Instructions
Preparation
- Gather all your ingredients: Ensure your banana is ripe (or frozen) and your strawberries are also frozen.
- Add the frozen banana and strawberries to your blender. Break the banana into pieces to make blending easier.
- Pour in your chosen milk.
- Add Greek yogurt if using, drizzle in honey or maple syrup, and toss in the vanilla extract.
- Blend at low speed, gradually increasing to high, until smooth (about 30-60 seconds).
- Check consistency and taste. If it’s too thick, add a splash of milk. For additional sweetness, add more honey or syrup.
- Optionally add ice cubes and blend again for extra chill.
- Pour into a glass and garnish with toppings as desired.
Notes
Frozen fruits are key for creaminess. For a vegan option, substitute Greek yogurt with plant-based yogurt and honey with maple syrup.