Rooibos Vanilla Smoothie

Jul 25, 2026 · By VanillaGoods

Drinks Drinks beverages Vanilla: Extract Easy

This Rooibos Vanilla Smoothie blends brewed rooibos tea with banana, milk, vanilla, and ice for a smooth, creamy, lightly caffeinated drink with natural sweetness.

Prep 7 min

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Total 7 min

Servings 1

Diet —

Ingredients

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120.0 ml (120.0 ml)brewed rooibos tea, cooled
60.0 ml (60.0 ml)milk
100.0 gsmall of banana, peeled
1.0 tsp (5.0 ml)pure vanilla extract
240.0 mlice cubes
small pinch of fine sea salt

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Instructions

Brew rooibos tea and cool to room temperature.
Add the cooled rooibos tea, milk, banana, pure vanilla extract, and fine sea salt to a high-speed blender.
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 and creamy.
Check consistency. Blend in 1–2 tablespoons additional milk or rooibos tea if too thick, or add a few extra ice cubes if too thin.
Pour into a 16-ounce glass and serve immediately.

Tips

Use ripe banana for natural sweetness and creaminess. To make it dairy-free, substitute milk with almond or oat milk.

Recipe FAQ

How long does it take to make rooibos vanilla smoothie?

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

Can I make rooibos 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.

This Rooibos Vanilla Smoothie blends brewed rooibos tea with banana, milk, vanilla, and ice for a smooth, creamy, lightly caffeinated drink with natural sweetness.

Estimated · per serving

Nutrition

Per serving = 1 of 1 serving this recipe makes.

141 Calories / serving

2.3g Fat

26.8g Carbs

3.1g Protein

15.7g Sugar

Whole recipe (1 serving): ~141 cal · 2g fat · 27g carbs · 3g protein · 16g sugar

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

Per serving · 141 calories

What it takes to burn one serving

Brisk walking 27 min·1.6 mi·~3150 steps
Walking uphill or incline treadmill 19 min·1.0 mi·~1900 steps
Moderate cycling 14 min·2.8 mi
Swimming laps 20 min
Jogging 14 min·1.2 mi·~2250 steps
Stair climbing 13 min·~1150 steps
Dancing 23 min
Bodyweight circuit training 14 min
Cleaning, errands, or playing with the dog 33 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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