Greek Yogurt Banana Smoothie (Printable Version)

Creamy blend of ripe bananas and Greek yogurt, ready in minutes for a nutritious breakfast or snack.

# What You'll Need:

→ Fruit Base

01 - 2 medium ripe bananas, peeled and sliced

→ Dairy

02 - 1 cup plain Greek yogurt

→ Liquid

03 - 1/2 cup milk (dairy or plant-based)

→ Sweetener (Optional)

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

→ Add-ins (Optional)

05 - 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
06 - 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
07 - 1 tablespoon chia seeds or flaxseeds
08 - Ice cubes, for a colder smoothie

# Step-by-Step:

01 - Place the bananas, Greek yogurt, milk, and optional sweetener into a blender pitcher.
02 - Add vanilla extract, cinnamon, seeds, and a handful of ice cubes if desired.
03 - Blend on high speed until completely smooth and creamy, approximately 1-2 minutes.
04 - Taste the smoothie and adjust sweetness or thickness by incorporating additional milk or honey as needed.
05 - Pour the smoothie evenly into two glasses and serve right away for optimal texture and flavor.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Takes literally five minutes from cabinet to cup, perfect for those mornings when every second counts
  • The Greek yogurt makes it feel substantial without leaving you heavy or sluggish afterward
02 -
  • Frozen bananas transform this from good to absolutely incredible, giving it this milkshake consistency without watering it down
  • Stop and scrape down the sides of the blender if chunks are stubborn, it happens to everyone and prevents those dreaded chunky sips
03 -
  • A splash of lemon juice brightens everything and keeps the flavors tasting fresh
  • If your blender struggles, add liquid first to create a vortex that pulls everything down