Sweet & Nutty Banana Smoothie
Easy & Nutritious Fresh Banana Smoothie Recipe
This recipe is perfect for a quick snack or a satisfying breakfast alternative: a sweet and nutty banana smoothie! Simply blend ripe bananas, creamy milk, crunchy nuts, a touch of honey, and a few ice cubes for a delicious and healthy treat. It’s especially wonderful when you have ripe bananas with plenty of ‘sugar spots’ – they’re at their peak sweetness and flavor. Kids love this smoothie, making it a fantastic homemade option. It’s incredibly easy to make, so gather your ingredients and try it out!
Ingredients- 1 ripe banana (with plenty of sugar spots)
- 200ml fresh milk
- A handful of your favorite nuts (e.g., almonds, walnuts)
- 1 Tbsp honey (adjust to taste)
- 2-3 ice cubes
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
I bought a bunch of bananas a few days ago, and they’ve ripened beautifully. They were quite green when I first got them, but they ripened very quickly, especially with the warmer weather.
Step 2
You’ll notice black spots appearing on the banana peel, often called ‘sugar spots’. While they might look overripe, this is actually when bananas are at their sweetest and most flavorful, making them perfect for smoothies.
Step 3
Prepare your fresh milk, a handful of nuts for that delightful crunch and nutty flavor, a spoonful of honey for added sweetness, and a few ice cubes for a refreshing chill. I recommend using a mix of almonds and walnuts for a great taste.
Step 4
Gently wash the ripe banana under running water, then peel it. Trim off both ends and break or slice the banana into large chunks that will fit easily into your blender.
Step 5
I’ve chosen almonds to add to this smoothie today. While a banana-only smoothie is delicious, adding nuts enhances the flavor profile and boosts the nutritional value, making it a substantial and healthy meal replacement.
Step 6
For one banana, about 200ml of milk creates a perfect consistency. However, feel free to adjust the milk quantity to your preference – use less for a thicker smoothie or more for a thinner, creamier one.
Step 7
Even though the sugar-spotted banana is naturally sweet, adding a tablespoon of honey will elevate the sweetness and add a lovely depth of flavor. Adjust the amount of honey based on the banana’s natural sweetness and your personal taste.
Step 8
While optional, adding 2-3 ice cubes makes the smoothie wonderfully cold and refreshing. This is especially recommended if you’re making it on a warm day – ice cubes are a must for that extra chill!
Step 9
Everything is ready! Now, just blend until smooth. Bananas blend quickly, but nuts can be a bit trickier. You might need to pulse the blender a few times, or stop and stir, to ensure the nuts are fully incorporated and the smoothie is smooth. I found it best to blend in short bursts.
Step 10
Voila! Your delicious banana and nut smoothie is ready. It’s the ultimate combination of sweetness and nuttiness! The flavor is so irresistibly good that you’ll be craving it again and again.
