BEST Banana Smoothie (recipe without yogurt)

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

BEST Banana Smoothie (recipe without yogurt)

Here's how to make the very best banana smoothie without yogurt! This banana smoothie is creamy, delicious, and practically a banana milkshake.

Prep Time5

Total Time5

Servings: medium smoothies

Author: Danika Vanderpyl

Equipment

1 blender

Ingredients

3 frozen bananas *note below if you don't have fresh bananas
2 ripe bananas
1 teaspoon honey
¼ - ½ cup milk
4 big ice cubes (about 1 cup)

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 completely frozen.
Make the 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! Keep the smoothie in the fridge if you aren't drinking it right away.

Notes

*Can I make this smoothie without frozen bananas? You can make this smoothie without frozen bananas but only use 4 ripe bananas and increase the ice to 2 ½ cups.

Note on the nutritional info: It is calculated using the optional ingredients.

Nutritionally boosting add in's:

- 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!

Prep ahead: If you want to meal prep this smoothie ahead you can freeze it in a jar with a sealing lid and keep it in the freezer for up to 3 months. Be sure to leave 1 inch of space at the top of the jar, as frozen liquids expand. To thaw, take the jar out a few hours before you want to drink it.

Leftovers: With a leftover smoothie, I recommend freezing it into an ice cube tray, then adding it to your next smoothie!

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