This Strawberry Banana Smoothie Recipe is the perfect blend of creamy, fruity goodness thatโs both refreshing and satisfying.
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The Easy 5 Ingredient Smoothie My Kids Beg For!
My boys are convinced this Strawberry Banana Smoothie tastes just like the strawberry milkshake they always order from a local ice cream shop. The first time I made it, they took a sip and immediately said, โWaitโฆ this tastes like the milkshake!โ Iโll take that as the highest compliment.
The best part is itโs made without ice cream or artificial strawberry syrups. I started with my go-to banana smoothie base because itโs incredibly creamy, then blended in sweet strawberries to see what would happen. The result is thick, smooth, and honestly just as satisfying as a milkshake. Now itโs one of the smoothies my kids ask for the most.
How to Make This Strawberry Banana Smoothie Recipe
- Freeze the banana: After shopping, peel and slice the banana, then freeze in bags or containers overnight. A frozen banana makes this smoothie great.
- Measure: Even though it seems like you can just throw the ingredients in, measure them for the right texture.
- Blend: Add all ingredients to a strong blender, and blend until smooth.
Ice In Smoothies?
I donโt use ice in this strawberry banana smoothie recipe because it weakens the flavor. Frozen fruit gives the perfect, milkshake-like thickness without watering it down.
Smoothie Tips
I know, how hard can making a strawberry banana smoothie be, right?! I still have a few tips.
- Ripe bananas are important for the best smoothie. Freeze them when ripe and use only when fully frozen.
- If needed, add honey or maple syrup to sweeten. A ripe banana and flavored Greek yogurt usually make it sweet enough, but taste and adjust if needed.
- Use a good Greek yogurt. My favorite is Greek Godsยฎ honey vanilla yogurt. Go for vanilla or strawberry-flavored yogurt.
Variations
Switch Things Upย
- To make this Strawberry Banana Smoothie without yogurt, just leave it out.
- If you want it dairy-free, use apple juice instead of milk. You can also try your favorite dairy-free milk.
- Donโt like bananas? Use frozen mango instead!
- To keep you full longer, add chia, hemp, or flax seeds.
Storage
Extra Strawberry Banana Smoothie?
A smoothie lasts about 8-12 hours in the fridge. Store it in an airtight container, filling it to the top to avoid air exposure.
For this Strawberry Banana Smoothie recipe, itโs best to drink it right after making, as it doesnโt store well.
More Breakfast Recipes:
The Best Strawberry Banana Smoothie
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Equipment
- Blender high-powered
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsweetened vanilla almond milk or milk of choiceโsee note 1
- 1/2 cup frozen banana 1 small banana
- 2 cups frozen strawberries
- 1/3 cup honey vanilla Greek yogurt I love Greek Gods brand
- 1 to 3 teaspoons honey optional, as needed
Instructionsย
- Night Before: Peel the banana and slice it into coins. Place the coins in a sealed bag in the freezer the night before making this smoothie. If the banana isnโt frozen solid, youโll want to add some ice to your smoothie.
- Day Of: Combine the almond milk, frozen banana, frozen strawberries, Greek yogurt, and honey (add to taste as needed, depending on the sweetness of the fruit) in a large, powerful blender. Blend until completely smoothโabout 60 seconds in a high-powered blender.
- Enjoy immediately.
Recipe Notes
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
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Iโve been making this smoothie for breakfast every day for the past week, and itโs so good! And so easy too.
Thick, creamy, delicious! So simple to make.
I am so happy to hear this! Thanks Sue! ๐
This looks so pretty!!! ๐
And now I want a smoothie for a mid-morning snack!
I agree โ shakes and smoothies need bananas for body โ theyโre such natural thickeners!
This smoothie looks mouthwatering! Perfect drink this week!
This smoothie looks amazing.
Oh yum, this shake is so good!
It looks so delicious, Pinned!
I love strawberry banana and would probably find myself making these everydayallthetime.