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Banana Berry Smoothie

A quick and creamy breakfast smoothie blending frozen banana and mixed berries with almond milk and yogurt for a healthy, delicious start to your day.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Drinks and Beverages
Cuisine: American
Calories: 185
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 1 frozen banana peeled, sliced into half-inch rounds, and frozen (about 1 cup)
  • 1 cup frozen mixed berries blueberries, strawberries, raspberries, or blackberries
  • 3/4 cup unsweetened almond milk or milk of choice
  • 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt or dairy-free yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon raw almond butter optional
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon raw honey optional
  • 3 to 4 ice cubes optional

Equipment

  • High-powered blender
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Cutting board
  • Knife
  • parchment-lined baking sheet
  • Tall glasses

Method
 

  1. Peel a ripe banana with brown spots and slice into half-inch rounds; freeze slices on a parchment-lined baking sheet for at least 2 hours until solid.
  2. Break apart any clumps in the frozen berries so they blend evenly.
  3. Pour 3/4 cup almond milk into the blender to help the ingredients circulate.
  4. Add frozen banana slices and 1 cup mixed berries on top of the liquid.
  5. Scoop in 1/2 cup Greek yogurt and 1 tablespoon almond butter if using.
  6. Pour in 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract and drizzle 1 teaspoon honey if desired.
  7. Add 3 to 4 ice cubes for extra chill and thickness.
  8. Blend on high speed for 45 to 60 seconds, stopping halfway to scrape down the sides if needed.
  9. Check consistency: add a tablespoon of milk if too thick or extra ice/banana slices if too thin, then blend briefly.
  10. Pour into tall glasses and serve immediately; refrigerate up to 2 hours if needed and stir before drinking.

Notes

Freeze banana slices in a labeled freezer bag to keep them loose and ready for quick blending; stir chilled smoothies before drinking if stored.