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2 white banana smoothies on the counter, one with hemp hearts and almond butter on top.

BEST Banana Smoothie (easy recipe without yogurt)

Danika Vanderpyl
Here's how to make the very best banana smoothie recipe without yogurt! This Banana smoothie is creamy, delicious, practically a banana milkshake.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Course Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine American
Servings 2 medium smoothies
Calories 472 kcal

Equipment

Ingredients
  

  • 2 ripe bananas
  • 3 frozen bananas
  • 4 big ice cubes about 1 cup
  • ¼ - ½ cup milk

Optional:

  • 2 tablespoons nut butter
  • 2 tablespoons hemp hearts
  • 1 tablespoons cocoa powder

Instructions
 

  • If you don't have frozen bananas: Start by slicing 3 bananas, placing them on a tray or in a bag as a single layer and freeze overnight or 5 hours until sompletly frozen.
  • Make smoothie: place the 2 fresh bananas, milk, and honey (and any optional ingredients you are using) into the blender container. Next place the 3 frozen bananas on top of the soft foods. Start with a handful of ice (about 1 cup) and add more if you want it thicker.
  • Blend: Start the blender on low and then increase to high speed for 30 seconds to 2 minutes. Turn the dial back to low before stopping the blender, and scrape down the sides. If the blender is struggling to blend or if you want a thinner smoothie add more milk. Blend until smooth.
  • Spoon the smoothie into glasses. Enjoy right away!

Notes

Can I make this smoothie without frozen bananas? 
You can make this smoothie without frozen banana but only use 4 ripe bananas and increase the ice to 2 ½ cups. 
Optional Add In's 
    • Sweeter: Add 1 teaspoons of honey or maple syrup to make this a sweeter smoothie.
    • Add Greens: Throw a handful of spinach in to increase the nutrient density of this smoothie! Or add 1 teaspoon of spirulina.
    • More Protein: Add 1 big scoop of vanilla protein powder, or nut butter (almond butter or creamy peanut butter) for extra protein and healthy fats.
    • Cinnamon or Chai Concentrate: A pinch of cinnamon goes a long way and compliments the rich banana flavor! Or use chai concentrate instead of milk!
    • Add Oats: To make this higher in protein, make this an oatmeal smoothie by adding ¼ cup of quick oats! Perfect to have as a filling on the go breakfast!
Note: The nutritional info is calculated with the optional ingredients. 

Nutrition

Calories: 472kcalCarbohydrates: 74gProtein: 14gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 8gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 4mgSodium: 18mgPotassium: 1260mgFiber: 11gSugar: 38gVitamin A: 316IUVitamin C: 26mgCalcium: 133mgIron: 4mg
Keyword Banana Recipe, Banana Smoothie, Dairy free Smoothie, No Yogurt, Smoothie with Ice
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