Banana Apple Smoothie

Sep 11, 2026 · By VanillaGoods

Drinks Drinks beverages Vanilla: Extract Easy

A creamy smoothie blending frozen banana and chopped apple with milk and a pinch of salt for balanced flavor and smooth texture.

Prep 7 min

Cook —

Total 7 min

Servings 1

Diet —

Ingredients

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servings

¾ cup (180.0 ml)milk
½ tsp (2.5 ml)pure vanilla extract
1.0 mediumfrozen banana
1.0 cup (120.0 g)chopped apple
½ cup (120.0 ml)ice cubes
pinch of fine sea salt

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Instructions

Add the milk and vanilla extract to a high-speed blender first.
Add the frozen banana and chopped apple.
Add the ice cubes and a pinch of fine sea salt.
Blend on low for 10 seconds, then increase to high and blend for 35–50 seconds, until completely smooth.
Check consistency. Blend in 1–2 tablespoons additional milk if too thick, or a few extra ice cubes or frozen fruit if too thin.
Pour into a 16-ounce glass and serve immediately.

Tips

Use frozen apple pieces to make the smoothie colder and thicker without adding more ice.

Recipe FAQ

How long does it take to make banana apple smoothie?

Plan on 7 minutes of prep. The recipe makes 1 serving.

Can I make banana apple smoothie ahead?

Best fresh. Refrigerate leftovers in a sealed jar for up to 24 hours and shake or re-blend before drinking.

Can I use a different form of vanilla?

Yes. This recipe uses 0.5 tsp pure vanilla extract (2.5 ml). You can swap in the seeds of 1/2 vanilla bean, 1 teaspoon of vanilla bean paste, or 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla powder instead.

A creamy smoothie blending frozen banana and chopped apple with milk and a pinch of salt for balanced flavor and smooth texture.

Estimated · per serving

Nutrition

Per serving = 1 of 1 serving this recipe makes.

287 Calories / serving

6.7g Fat

53.1g Carbs

7.6g Protein

35.9g Sugar

Whole recipe (1 serving): ~287 cal · 7g fat · 53g carbs · 8g protein · 36g sugar

Estimated values per serving, calculated from standard ingredient data. Not verified Nutrition Facts; actual values vary with brands, measurements, and preparation.

Per serving · 287 calories

What it takes to burn one serving

Brisk walking 54 min·3.2 mi·~6300 steps
Walking uphill or incline treadmill 39 min·2.0 mi·~3900 steps
Moderate cycling 29 min·5.8 mi
Swimming laps 40 min
Jogging 28 min·2.3 mi·~4500 steps
Stair climbing 27 min·~2450 steps
Dancing 47 min
Bodyweight circuit training 29 min
Cleaning, errands, or playing with the dog 67 min

Rough estimates for one serving, based on standard MET values at about 155 lb. Your own burn depends on body size, effort, and fitness. Shown for context only — food is not something you have to earn.

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