Description
This Orange Banana Smoothie blends ripe bananas and fresh orange juice for a creamy, nutritious drink that’s perfect for breakfast or a snack. Enjoy its refreshing taste and vibrant color!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ripe bananas, peeled and sliced
- 1 cup fresh orange juice (about 3–4 oranges)
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk (or any milk of your choice)
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup (optional, adjust to taste)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt (for creaminess and protein)
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional, for added flavor)
- 1 cup ice cubes
Instructions
- Gather Your Ingredients: Start by collecting all the ingredients listed above. This will make the process smoother and more enjoyable. Lay everything out on the counter.
- Prepare the Bananas: Peel the ripe bananas and slice them into smaller pieces. For a thicker texture, consider freezing the bananas beforehand.
- Juicing the Oranges: Cut fresh oranges in half and juice them using a citrus juicer or by hand, ensuring to remove any seeds.
- Measure the Ingredients: Measure out the almond milk, Greek yogurt, honey (if using), vanilla extract, and ground cinnamon.
- Add Ingredients to Blender: In a high-speed blender, add the sliced bananas, fresh orange juice, almond milk, Greek yogurt, honey (if using), vanilla extract, and ground cinnamon.
- Add Ice: Top the mixture with ice cubes for a refreshing texture. Add more ice for a thicker smoothie.
- Blend Until Smooth: Secure the lid and blend on high speed for about 30-60 seconds until completely smooth and creamy. Scrape down the sides if necessary.
- Taste and Adjust: Taste the smoothie and adjust sweetness with more honey or maple syrup if desired. Add a splash more almond milk if it’s too thick and blend again.
- Pour into Glasses: Pour the smoothie into tall glasses, enjoying the beautiful orange color.
- Garnish (Optional): Garnish with a slice of orange, a sprinkle of cinnamon, or a few banana slices for decoration.
- Enjoy Immediately: This smoothie is best enjoyed fresh. Grab a straw or spoon and dig in!
- Storing Leftovers: Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours, though the texture may change.
- Freezing for Later: Freeze blended smoothie in ice cube trays for a quick smoothie later.
- Add Greens: Add a handful of spinach or kale for a nutrient boost without altering the flavor.
- Protein Boost: Add a scoop of protein powder for increased protein content.
- Nut Butter: Add a tablespoon of almond or peanut butter for creaminess and healthy fats.
- Coconut Flavor: Add a tablespoon of shredded coconut for a tropical twist.
Notes
- Der Teig darf während der Ruhezeit nicht bewegt werden.
- Für ein intensiveres Knoblaucharoma können mehr Zehen verwendet werden.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes