Banana Smoothie Recipe

Prepare banana

Peel the ripe banana and break it into 2–3 large chunks to help it blend evenly.

Combine primary ingredients

In a blender, add the banana chunks, Greek yogurt, milk, honey, and vanilla extract. These form the creamy base of the smoothie.

Add optional solids

If using rolled oats, ground flaxseed, or nut butter, add them to the blender now. They increase thickness and nutritional value. If you prefer a thinner smoothie, omit the oats.

Add ice

Add 4 ice cubes to the blender for a cold, frothy texture. If you used frozen banana instead of fresh, reduce ice to 2 cubes or omit.

Blend until smooth

Secure the blender lid and blend on medium-high for 30–60 seconds, stopping to scrape down the sides once if needed. Blend until the mixture is completely smooth and homogenous with no large banana pieces or visible oats.

Adjust consistency and sweetness

Check texture and taste. For a thinner smoothie, add 2–4 tablespoons (30–60 ml) more milk and blend briefly. For more sweetness, add another 1/2 tablespoon honey and blend 5–10 seconds.

Serve

Pour the smoothie into a tall glass. Garnish with banana slices, a sprinkle of toasted oats or chopped nuts, and a pinch of cinnamon if desired. Serve immediately.