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Strawberry Banana Smoothie - Simple, Creamy, and Refreshing

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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup frozen strawberries (whole or sliced)
  • 1 ripe banana (fresh or frozen)
  • 3/4 to 1 cup milk of choice (dairy, almond, oat, soy, or coconut)
  • 1/4 cup yogurt (Greek or regular; use dairy-free if needed)
  • 1–2 teaspoons honey or maple syrup (optional, to taste)
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional, but nice)
  • A few ice cubes (optional, if using fresh fruit and you want it thicker)
  • Pinch of salt (optional; it brightens the flavors)

Method
 

  1. Add liquids first. Pour the milk into the blender base. This helps the blades catch the fruit more easily.
  2. Add the yogurt and banana. Break the banana into chunks for smoother blending.
  3. Top with frozen strawberries. Add the berries last so they don’t get stuck under the blades.
  4. Flavor boosters. Add vanilla, a small pinch of salt, and a teaspoon of honey or maple syrup if your fruit isn’t super sweet.
  5. Blend until smooth. Start low, then move to high for 30–45 seconds. Stop and scrape down the sides if needed.
  6. Adjust texture. Too thick? Add a splash more milk. Too thin? Add a few more frozen berries or some ice.
  7. Taste and tweak. Add a little more sweetener or a squeeze of lemon if you want the flavor brighter.
  8. Serve immediately. Pour into a chilled glass for the best texture and flavor.