Vanilla Kefir Smoothie

Aug 14, 2026 · By VanillaGoods

Drinks Drinks beverages Vanilla: Extract Easy

A creamy vanilla kefir smoothie blending tangy kefir, sweet frozen banana, and pure vanilla for a refreshing and nutritious 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 tsp (5.0 ml)pure vanilla extract
½ cup (120.0 ml)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, 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. Add 1–2 tablespoons more kefir if too thick, or a few extra ice cubes or frozen fruit if too thin and blend again briefly.
Pour into a 16-ounce glass and serve immediately.

Tips

Use frozen banana to give the smoothie a creamy texture without needing additional ice. Substitute vanilla bean paste for a richer vanilla flavor.

Recipe FAQ

How long does it take to make vanilla kefir smoothie?

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

Can I make vanilla 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 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 vanilla kefir smoothie blending tangy kefir, sweet frozen banana, and pure vanilla for a refreshing and nutritious drink.

Estimated · per serving

Nutrition

Per serving = 1 of 1 serving this recipe makes.

246 Calories / serving

5.3g Fat

38.8g Carbs

9.7g Protein

25.8g Sugar

Whole recipe (1 serving): ~246 cal · 5g fat · 39g carbs · 10g protein · 26g sugar

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

Per serving · 246 calories

What it takes to burn one serving

Brisk walking 46 min·2.7 mi·~5400 steps
Walking uphill or incline treadmill 33 min·1.7 mi·~3300 steps
Moderate cycling 25 min·5.0 mi
Swimming laps 34 min
Jogging 24 min·2.0 mi·~3850 steps
Stair climbing 23 min·~2050 steps
Dancing 40 min
Bodyweight circuit training 25 min
Cleaning, errands, or playing with the dog 57 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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