Banana Kefir Smoothie

Sep 9, 2026 · By VanillaGoods

Drinks Drinks beverages Vanilla: Extract Easy

A creamy smoothie featuring plain kefir blended with a frozen banana, ice, and a pinch of fine sea salt for balance. Perfect as a refreshing, probiotic-rich drink.

Prep 5 min

Cook —

Total 5 min

Servings 1

Diet Gluten free

Ingredients

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servings

1.0 cup (240.0 ml)plain kefir
½ tsp (2.5 ml)pure vanilla extract
1.0 mediumfrozen banana
½ cup (120.0 ml)ice cubes
pinch of fine sea salt

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Instructions

Add the plain kefir to a high-speed blender.
Add the frozen banana and vanilla extract to the blender.
Add the ice cubes and fine sea salt.
Blend on low for 10 seconds, then increase to high and blend for 35–50 seconds until completely smooth.
Check the consistency and adjust by adding 1–2 tablespoons additional kefir if too thick, or extra ice cubes if too thin.
Pour into a 16-ounce glass and serve immediately.

Tips

Use a ripe banana peeled and frozen in advance for natural sweetness and a creamy texture. Adjust ice to control the smoothie thickness.

Recipe FAQ

How long does it take to make banana kefir smoothie?

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

Can I make banana kefir 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 featuring plain kefir blended with a frozen banana, ice, and a pinch of fine sea salt for balance. Perfect as a refreshing, probiotic-rich drink.

Estimated · per serving

Nutrition

Per serving = 1 of 1 serving this recipe makes.

240 Calories / serving

5.3g Fat

38.5g Carbs

9.7g Protein

25.6g Sugar

Whole recipe (1 serving): ~240 cal · 5g fat · 39g carbs · 10g protein · 26g sugar

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

Per serving · 240 calories

What it takes to burn one serving

Brisk walking 45 min·2.6 mi·~5250 steps
Walking uphill or incline treadmill 33 min·1.7 mi·~3300 steps
Moderate cycling 24 min·4.8 mi
Swimming laps 34 min
Jogging 24 min·2.0 mi·~3850 steps
Stair climbing 22 min·~2000 steps
Dancing 39 min
Bodyweight circuit training 24 min
Cleaning, errands, or playing with the dog 56 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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