Greek Yogurt Banana Smoothie (Print Version)

Creamy blend of Greek yogurt and ripe bananas creates a protein-packed, refreshing drink perfect for busy mornings.

# Recipe Ingredients:

→ Dairy

01 - 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
02 - 1/2 cup milk (dairy or plant-based)

→ Fruits

03 - 2 medium ripe bananas, peeled and sliced

→ Sweetener

04 - 1–2 teaspoons honey or maple syrup, to taste

→ Flavor Additions

05 - 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
06 - 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon

→ Ice

07 - 1/2 cup ice (about 5–6 cubes)

# Directions:

01 - Place Greek yogurt, milk, bananas, and ice in a blender container.
02 - Add honey, vanilla extract, and cinnamon if using desired optional ingredients.
03 - Blend on high speed until completely smooth and creamy, approximately 30–45 seconds.
04 - Taste the smoothie and add additional sweetener if needed to achieve desired flavor.
05 - Pour into serving glasses and serve right away while chilled.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The protein from Greek yogurt keeps you satisfied for hours without that heavy feeling
  • Takes literally five minutes from cupboard to glass, perfect for chaotic mornings
02 -
  • Frozen bananas transform this into something resembling soft serve ice cream, which is never a bad thing
  • Letting the smoothie sit makes it separate and lose that perfect texture, so drink it right away
03 -
  • If your bananas are not quite ripe enough, add an extra half teaspoon of vanilla to compensate
  • A pinch of sea salt sounds weird but it makes all the flavors pop like restaurant smoothies

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