Banana Vanilla Smoothie

Jun 24, 2026 · By VanillaGoods

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A smooth, creamy smoothie blending frozen banana with milk and vanilla for a simple, naturally sweet treat.

Prep 7 min

Cook —

Total 7 min

Servings 1

Diet —

Ingredients

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¾ cup (180.0 ml)milk
1.0 mediumfrozen banana
1.0 tsp (5.0 ml)pure vanilla extract
½ cup (120.0 ml)ice cubes
fine sea salt

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Instructions

Add milk to a high-speed blender.
Add the frozen banana and pure vanilla extract.
Add ice cubes.
Add 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 and blend in 1-2 tablespoons additional milk if too thick or add a few more ice cubes if too thin.
Pour into a 16-ounce glass and serve immediately.

Tips

Use ripe frozen bananas for natural sweetness and creaminess. Substitute almond milk or other plant milk for a dairy-free option.

Recipe FAQ

How long does it take to make banana vanilla smoothie?

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

Can I make banana vanilla 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 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 smooth, creamy smoothie blending frozen banana with milk and vanilla for a simple, naturally sweet treat.

Estimated · per serving

Nutrition

Per serving = 1 of 1 serving this recipe makes.

231 Calories / serving

6.5g Fat

36.6g Carbs

7.2g Protein

24.2g Sugar

Whole recipe (1 serving): ~231 cal · 7g fat · 37g carbs · 7g protein · 24g sugar

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

Per serving · 231 calories

What it takes to burn one serving

Brisk walking 44 min·2.6 mi·~5150 steps
Walking uphill or incline treadmill 31 min·1.6 mi·~3100 steps
Moderate cycling 23 min·4.6 mi
Swimming laps 32 min
Jogging 23 min·1.9 mi·~3700 steps
Stair climbing 21 min·~1900 steps
Dancing 38 min
Bodyweight circuit training 23 min
Cleaning, errands, or playing with the dog 54 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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