Honey Kefir Smoothie

Jul 27, 2026 · By VanillaGoods

Drinks Drinks beverages Vanilla: Extract Easy

A creamy smoothie blending plain kefir, frozen banana, and honey with a pinch of sea salt and ice for a refreshing, tangy-sweet drink.

Prep 7 min

Cook —

Total 7 min

Servings 1

Diet Gluten free

Ingredients

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servings

1.0 cup (240.0 ml)plain kefir
1.0 mediumfrozen banana
1.0 tbsp (15.0 g)honey
½ tsp (2.5 ml)pure vanilla extract
½ cup (120.0 g)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 honey.
Add the ice cubes, pinch of fine sea salt, and vanilla extract.
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 liquid 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 banana to achieve a creamy, frosty texture without diluting the flavor. Substitute honey with maple syrup for a vegan option.

Recipe FAQ

How long does it take to make honey kefir smoothie?

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

Can I make honey 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 blending plain kefir, frozen banana, and honey with a pinch of sea salt and ice for a refreshing, tangy-sweet drink.

Estimated · per serving

Nutrition

Per serving = 1 of 1 serving this recipe makes.

286 Calories / serving

5.3g Fat

50.8g Carbs

9.8g Protein

37.9g Sugar

Whole recipe (1 serving): ~286 cal · 5g fat · 51g carbs · 10g protein · 38g sugar

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

Per serving · 286 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 26 min·~2350 steps
Dancing 46 min
Bodyweight circuit training 29 min
Cleaning, errands, or playing with the dog 66 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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