Shortbread Smoothie

Jun 19, 2026 · By VanillaGoods

Drinks Drinks beverages Vanilla: Extract Easy

A creamy smoothie with banana, vanilla, honey, and a touch of fine sea salt that evokes the buttery, slightly salty flavor of shortbread cookies.

Prep 7 min

Cook —

Total 7 min

Servings 1

Diet —

Ingredients

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servings

¾ cup (180.0 ml)milk
1.0 mediumfrozen banana
1.0 tbsp (15.0 ml)honey or maple syrup
1.0 tsp (5.0 ml)pure vanilla extract
½ cup (120.0 ml)ice cubes
fine sea salt, a small pinch

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Instructions

Add the milk to a high-speed blender.
Add the frozen banana, honey or maple syrup, pure vanilla extract, and fine sea salt.
Add the ice cubes.
Blend on low for 10 seconds, then increase to high and blend for 35–50 seconds until completely smooth.
Check the consistency. If too thick, blend in 1–2 tablespoons additional milk. If too thin, add a few extra ice cubes or frozen banana slices and blend again.
Pour into a 16-ounce glass and serve immediately.

Tips

Use frozen banana for a creamy texture without needing yogurt or protein. Substitute plant-based milk to make it dairy-free.

Recipe FAQ

How long does it take to make shortbread smoothie?

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

Can I make shortbread 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 creamy smoothie with banana, vanilla, honey, and a touch of fine sea salt that evokes the buttery, slightly salty flavor of shortbread cookies.

Estimated · per serving

Nutrition

Per serving = 1 of 1 serving this recipe makes.

295 Calories / serving

6.5g Fat

53.2g Carbs

7.2g Protein

40.8g Sugar

Whole recipe (1 serving): ~295 cal · 7g fat · 53g carbs · 7g 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 · 295 calories

What it takes to burn one serving

Brisk walking 56 min·3.3 mi·~6550 steps
Walking uphill or incline treadmill 40 min·2.0 mi·~4000 steps
Moderate cycling 30 min·6.0 mi
Swimming laps 41 min
Jogging 29 min·2.4 mi·~4650 steps
Stair climbing 27 min·~2450 steps
Dancing 48 min
Bodyweight circuit training 30 min
Cleaning, errands, or playing with the dog 69 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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