This energy-boosting turmeric banana smoothie is a must-try! With a mix of turmeric, ginger, and cinnamon spices, alongside fresh bananas, fresh dates, and hemp hearts, it's so DELICIOUS. If you want a recipe with fresh turmeric, I recommend this pineapple protein smoothie.

This is a smoothie I make again and again, and don't get tired of it. If you love golden lattes, you will love this! It's creamy and sweet. There's a high chance that most of the ingredients are in your house right now. I often make this blend as an afternoon energy drink if I'm not making this banana matcha frappe.

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Turmeric Banana Smoothie
Danika Vanderpyl, C.H.N

Ingredients and substitutions

Bananas, milk, dates, golden milk mix, hemp hearts on a counter.

I use a homemade golden spice mix which is made from powdered turmeric, ginger, cinnamon, and pepper. The recipe is down below in the recipe card to make my golden spice mix, it can be used for warm or cold golden lattes, smoothies, and baking. Turmeric contains curcumin, which has benefits activated by pepper. We all chatter about turmeric because it supports anti-inflammation, the immune system, memory, as well as soreness and digestion. For another snack recipe with warming spices, try these ginger energy balls with fresh ginger.
Fresh bananas make this smoothie super creamy! The riper the banana, the sweeter the smoothie will be. Alternatively, you could use 2 frozen bananas and skip the ice cubes. If you love creamy banana smoothies, try this thick strawberry banana smoothie.
Milk, any type, your favorite type, or whatever you have in the fridge today can be used in this smoothie! I use organic unsweetened almond milk.
Hemp hearts are in here as a protein boost! An amazing source of plant-based protein, it also makes this smoothie creamy. Hemp hearts don't have a strong taste, so this is easy to hide from picky eaters. If you don't have any on hand, that's alright, you can make this smoothie without them too, or replace it with any protein powder.
Medjool dates give the smoothie a deep flavor! Alternatively, you can use 1-2 teaspoons of maple syrup.
When testing this smoothie, I found ice cubes were the key to making this smoothie thick and cold!

Photos from making this turmeric smoothie in my kitchen

Banana, turmeric, cinnamon, ginger, hemp hearts, in vitamix blender.

First, put all the soft, non-frozen ingredients (banana, dates, milk, 'golden spices', hemp hearts or protein powder) into the blender.

Ice on top of banana turmeric smoothie ingredients in blender before blending.

Place the ice cubes on top, as this is best practice when making smoothies (it will make blending easier for your blender and create a great texture).

Turmeric banana smoothie in blender container (vitamix).

Blend for 30 seconds or until completely creamy, and the ice cubes and dates are fully blended.

Turmeric banana smoothie in large glass jar.

Pour the turmeric smoothie into 1 large glass or 2 medium glasses. Enjoy!

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For a thick smoothie, a good blender is key! I use my Vitamix blender daily and think it is the number one purchase for making healthy food in the kitchen!

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Other smoothies you may be interested in

For other turmeric recipes, try this pineapple smoothie with turmeric or these immunity bombs. I also recommend these banana blends: this thick matcha frappe made from frozen bananas and this creamy banana smoothie.

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Turmeric Banana Smoothie

Danika Vanderpyl

This energy-boosting turmeric banana smoothie is a must-try! Taste hints of cinnamon and ginger in this anti-inflammatory turmeric snack. Once you try it, I promise you will be coming back for more!

4.75 from 8 votes

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Prep Time 5

Total Time 5

Course Snack

Servings medium or 1 large

Calories 313 kcal

Equipment

1 blender

Ingredients

2 bananas
3 pitted medjool dates
1 cup almond milk (any milk works!)
1 teaspoon golden spice mix (recipe below) OR ½ teaspoon turmeric, ¼ teaspoon cinnamon, ¼ teaspoon ginger, 1 pinch of ground pepper
2 tablespoon hemp hearts or protein powder
6 medium ice cubes

Instructions

Place the peeled bananas, pitted medjool dates, almond milk, golden spice mix, and hemp hearts in the blender.
Put the ice cubes on top of everything else. Blend for 30 seconds or longer until everything is smooth and there are no chunks of dates or ice. Pour into 1 large glass or 2 medium glasses.

Notes

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*To make the golden spice mix, stir together these dried spices. Then store it in a jar or an airtight container. This mix can be used for hot or cold golden lattes, smoothies, and baking.

5 tablespoons turmeric powder

3 tablespoons cinnamon powder

3 tablespoons ginger powder

¼ teaspoon finely ground pepper

For another turmeric smoothie, try this pineapple turmeric smoothie.

Nutrition

Calories: 313kcalCarbohydrates: 56gProtein: 8gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 6gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 167mgPotassium: 698mgFiber: 7gSugar: 38gVitamin A: 207IUVitamin C: 11mgCalcium: 203mgIron: 3mg

Keyword Dairy Free, Energy Boost, Smoothie, Turmeric

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Danika Vanderpyl, C.H.N

I create snack recipes with healthy ingredients that are mostly already in your kitchen. I'm certified in Holistic Nutrition and I care about giving my kids real food. Let me share my nutrient-dense easy snacks with you.

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