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Ingredients

  • 2 ripe bananas
  • 1 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy)
  • 1/2 cup yogurt (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup (optional)
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup ice cubes

Instructions

  1. 1Peel the bananas and break them into chunks.
  2. 2In a blender, combine the banana chunks, milk, yogurt (if using), honey or maple syrup (if using), and vanilla extract.
  3. 3Add the ice cubes to the blender.
  4. 4Blend on high speed until smooth and creamy, about 30-60 seconds.
  5. 5Taste the smoothie and adjust sweetness if necessary by adding more honey or syrup.
  6. 6Pour the smoothie into glasses and serve immediately.

Equipment

blendermeasuring cupsmeasuring spoonsglasses

Originating in the United States, the banana milkshake has become a classic treat, especially popular at diners and fast-food establishments. It embodies the spirit of American comfort food, combining the sweetness of ripe bananas with creamy milk and ice cream. Today, variations abound globally, with many adding ingredients like chocolate or peanut butter to enhance flavor.

Ingredients

  • bananas
  • milk
  • vanilla ice cream
  • honey
  • cinnamon
  • vanilla extract
  • ice cubes
  • whipped cream

Instructions

  1. 1Peel and slice the bananas.
  2. 2Add the bananas to a blender.
  3. 3Pour in the milk.
  4. 4Scoop in the vanilla ice cream.
  5. 5Drizzle in the honey.
  6. 6Add a pinch of cinnamon and vanilla extract.
  7. 7Include ice cubes for a thicker texture.
  8. 8Blend on high until smooth and creamy.
  9. 9Taste and adjust sweetness if necessary.
  10. 10Pour into glasses.
  11. 11Top with whipped cream if desired.
  12. 12Serve immediately.

Ingredient Alternatives

vanilla ice cream

Healthier: frozen yogurt

Cheaper: milk + cornstarch

Frozen yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess.

honey

Healthier: agave syrup

Cheaper: sugar

Agave syrup offers a lower glycemic index.

milk

Healthier: almond milk

Cheaper: water + milk powder

Almond milk is lower in calories.

whipped cream

Healthier: coconut cream

Cheaper: heavy cream

Coconut cream offers a dairy-free alternative.

Techniques

blending

Equipment

blendermeasuring cupsglasses
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Also Known As

Banana SmoothieBanana Shake

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