Banana Honey Milkshake

Sep 2, 2026 · By VanillaGoods

Drinks Drinks beverages Vanilla: Extract Easy

A creamy banana milkshake sweetened with honey and enhanced by pure vanilla extract, topped with whipped cream for a smooth, rich finish.

Prep 5 min

Cook —

Total 5 min

Servings 1

Diet —

Ingredients

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servings

2.0 cups (480.0 ml)vanilla ice cream
½ cup (120.0 ml)whole milk
1.0 tbsp (15.0 ml)honey
½ mediumripe banana
½ tsp (2.5 ml)pure vanilla extract
2.0 tbsp (30.0 ml)whipped cream

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Instructions

Add 1/2 cup whole milk to a blender, then add 2 cups vanilla ice cream.
Add 1 tbsp honey, 1/2 medium ripe banana, and 1/2 tsp pure vanilla extract.
Blend on low for 10 seconds, then on medium-high for 20–30 seconds until thick and smooth. Avoid overblending.
Check consistency; add 1 tbsp milk at a time if too thick, or 1/4 cup more ice cream if too thin.
Pour into a chilled 16-ounce glass and top with 2 tbsp whipped cream.
Serve immediately with a wide straw and long spoon.

Tips

Use ripe banana for natural sweetness. For a thinner milkshake, increase milk gradually while blending.

Recipe FAQ

How long does it take to make banana honey milkshake?

Plan on 5 minutes of prep. The recipe makes 1 serving.

Can I make banana honey milkshake ahead?

Best enjoyed right away. Freeze leftovers in ice-pop molds, or blend them again with a splash of milk.

Can I use a different form of vanilla?

Yes. This recipe uses 1 teaspoon of pure vanilla extract. 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 banana milkshake sweetened with honey and enhanced by pure vanilla extract, topped with whipped cream for a smooth, rich finish.

Estimated · per serving

Nutrition

Per serving = 1 of 1 serving this recipe makes.

765 Calories / serving

34.9g Fat

101.5g Carbs

14.2g Protein

87.2g Sugar

Whole recipe (1 serving): ~765 cal · 35g fat · 102g carbs · 14g protein · 87g sugar

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

Per serving · 765 calories

What it takes to burn one serving

Brisk walking 145 min·8.5 mi·~16950 steps
Walking uphill or incline treadmill 104 min·5.2 mi·~10400 steps
Moderate cycling 78 min·15.6 mi
Swimming laps 107 min
Jogging 75 min·6.3 mi·~12000 steps
Stair climbing 71 min·~6400 steps
Dancing 124 min
Bodyweight circuit training 78 min
Cleaning, errands, or playing with the dog 178 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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