Cashew Butter Banana Smoothie

Jun 28, 2026 · By VanillaGoods

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Cashew Butter Banana Smoothie in a glass

A creamy banana smoothie with cashew butter, sweetened with honey or maple syrup, blended to a smooth consistency with milk and ice.

Prep 5 min

Cook —

Total 5 min

Servings 1

Diet —

Ingredients

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servings

¾ cup (180.0 ml)milk
1.0 mediumfrozen banana
2.0 tbsp (30.0 g)cashew butter
1.0 tbsp (15.0 ml)honey or maple syrup
½ tsp (2.5 ml)pure vanilla extract
½ cup (120.0 g)ice cubes
fine sea salt to taste

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Instructions

Add the milk to a high-speed blender first.
Add the frozen banana, cashew butter, honey or maple syrup, fine sea salt, and vanilla extract.
Add the ice cubes on top.
Blend on low for 10 seconds, then increase to high and blend for 35–50 seconds until completely smooth.
Check the consistency and 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 ripe frozen bananas for natural sweetness and a creamy texture. Substitute almond milk or oat milk for dairy-free option.

Recipe FAQ

How long does it take to make cashew butter banana smoothie?

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

Can I make cashew butter banana 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 banana smoothie with cashew butter, sweetened with honey or maple syrup, blended to a smooth consistency with milk and ice.

Estimated · per serving

Nutrition

Per serving = 1 of 1 serving this recipe makes.

503 Calories / serving

30.8g Fat

53.0g Carbs

7.5g Protein

40.5g Sugar

Whole recipe (1 serving): ~503 cal · 31g fat · 53g carbs · 8g protein · 41g sugar

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

Per serving · 503 calories

What it takes to burn one serving

Brisk walking 95 min·5.5 mi·~11100 steps
Walking uphill or incline treadmill 68 min·3.4 mi·~6800 steps
Moderate cycling 51 min·10.2 mi
Swimming laps 70 min
Jogging 49 min·4.1 mi·~7850 steps
Stair climbing 46 min·~4150 steps
Dancing 82 min
Bodyweight circuit training 51 min
Cleaning, errands, or playing with the dog 117 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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