Greek Yogurt Banana Smoothie (Printable)

Creamy blend of ripe bananas and Greek yogurt, ready in minutes.

# What You'll Need:

→ Fruit

01 - 2 medium ripe bananas, peeled and sliced

→ Dairy

02 - 1 cup plain Greek yogurt

→ Liquid

03 - 1/2 cup milk (dairy or plant-based)

→ Sweetener (optional)

04 - 1-2 teaspoons honey or maple syrup, to taste

→ Add-ins (optional)

05 - 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
06 - 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
07 - 1 tablespoon chia seeds or flaxseeds
08 - Ice cubes (for a colder smoothie, optional)

# Step-by-step:

01 - Place bananas, Greek yogurt, milk, and optional sweetener into blender pitcher.
02 - Add vanilla extract, cinnamon, seeds, and ice cubes if using to the blender.
03 - Blend on high speed until completely smooth and creamy, approximately 45-60 seconds.
04 - Taste and adjust sweetness or thickness by adding more milk for thinning or honey for sweetness as needed.
05 - Pour evenly into two glasses and serve right away while cold.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It comes together in literally five minutes which is about how long my motivation lasts before coffee
  • The texture hits this perfect spot between milkshake and something that feels responsible enough for breakfast
02 -
  • Frozen bananas are non negotiable for that thick creamy texture I learned this the hard way with watery fresh banana smoothies
  • Stop the blender and shake the canister if things get stuck a tamper works but a spoon and patience do too
03 -
  • Let the blender run a little longer than you think necessary it makes all the difference in silkiness
  • Measure liquids at eye level because estimating half a cup is how you end up with smoothie soup