Favorite Banana Shake
With the creamiest texture and the simplest ingredient list, this classic Banana Shake (with yogurt or ice cream) is a delicious breakfast, snack, or dessert.
Servings: 2
Calories: 209kcal
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt (whole-milk yogurt preferred; or vanilla ice cream)
- 1 cup frozen banana
- 1 fresh ripe banana (or another 1/2 frozen banana)
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon cream or milk (optional)
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup (optional)
Instructions
- Add all ingredients to a blender.
- Blend, starting on low and working up to high to make a smooth mixture. (Use the stick that came with the blender to help get the mixture going as needed.)
- Serve immediately.
Notes
- Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 24 hours. It will have more of a drinkable yogurt consistency when stored.
- Use dairy or nondairy yogurt (or ice cream) as you like.
- Add 1-2 tablespoons peanut or almond butter for additional flavor.
- Add a splash of orange juice to give this a more tropical flavor.
- Add a scoop of protein powder or unsweetened cocoa powder.
- Serve in a straw cup, open cup, or reusable pouch.
Nutrition
Calories: 209kcal | Carbohydrates: 35g | Protein: 12g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 13mg | Sodium: 39mg | Potassium: 629mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 20g | Vitamin A: 200IU | Vitamin C: 12mg | Calcium: 123mg | Iron: 0.4mg