Strawberry Banana Smoothie
A delightful treat that blends the sweetness of ripe bananas with fresh strawberries. Perfect for breakfast, an afternoon pick-me-up, or a post-workout refreshment.
Ingredients
Main ingredients
- 1 ripe banana, preferably frozen For extra creaminess
- 1 cup frozen strawberries
- 1/2 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy)
- 1/4 cup Greek yogurt Optional for creaminess
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup Optional for added sweetness
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract Optional for flavor
- few ice cubes ice cubes Optional for a thicker texture
Optional Toppings
- Fresh strawberries
- Banana slices
- Granola
- Chia seeds
Instructions
Preparation
- Gather all your ingredients: Ensure your banana is ripe (or, for extra creaminess, frozen) and that your strawberries are frozen for that perfect icy cold experience.
- Add the frozen banana and strawberries to your blender: The frozen fruit acts as the base, ensuring a thick and frosty smoothie.
- Pour in your chosen milk: This can be cow's milk or a non-dairy alternative like almond, oat, or soy milk.
- Add Greek yogurt if using: This optional ingredient will enhance the creaminess and add a serving of protein.
- Drizzle in honey or maple syrup and add the vanilla extract: If you want an extra touch of sweetness and flavor.
- Blend at low speed, gradually increasing to high, until smooth: This usually takes about 30-60 seconds.
- Check consistency and taste; adjust sweetness if necessary: If you like it sweeter or thicker, feel free to add more honey or ice and blend again.
- Optionally, add ice cubes and blend again for a thicker texture: The ice cubes can create a delightful slushy effect.
- Pour into a glass and garnish with toppings as desired: Add banana slices, fresh strawberries, granola, or chia seeds.
Notes
Use frozen fruits for convenience and to ensure your smoothie stays chilled. Experiment with ingredients for different flavors. Try using flavored yogurt or adding a few spoonfuls of nut butter for creaminess.