Description
A quick and easy strawberry banana milkshake, perfect for a sweet treat! Customize it with optional ingredients like ice cream, Greek yogurt, or protein powder.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups frozen strawberries
- 1 ripe banana, sliced
- 1 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy)
- 1/2 cup vanilla ice cream (optional, for extra creaminess)
- 1/4 cup Greek yogurt (optional, for added protein and tang)
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup (optional, for extra sweetness)
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional, for enhanced flavor)
- Whipped cream (optional, for topping)
- Fresh strawberry slices (optional, for garnish)
- Banana slices (optional, for garnish)
- Ice cubes (optional, if you prefer a thicker milkshake)
Instructions
- Prepare the Ingredients: Gather all ingredients. Ensure strawberries are frozen and banana is sliced.
- Combine Ingredients in the Blender: Add frozen strawberries, sliced banana, milk, vanilla ice cream (if using), Greek yogurt (if using), honey or maple syrup (if using), and vanilla extract (if using) to the blender.
- Blend Until Smooth: Secure the blender lid. Start on low speed, gradually increasing to high. Blend until smooth and creamy (1-2 minutes). Add more milk if too thick, or ice cubes if not thick enough.
- Taste and Adjust: Taste the milkshake and adjust sweetness or flavor as needed.
- Pour and Serve: Pour the milkshake into a tall glass.
- Add Toppings (Optional): Top with whipped cream, strawberry slices, and banana slices.
- Enjoy Immediately: Serve immediately.
Notes
- Make it Vegan: Use non-dairy milk and non-dairy ice cream.
- Add Protein: Add a scoop of vanilla or unflavored protein powder.
- Go Green: Add a small handful of spinach or kale.
- Chocolate Strawberry Banana: Add a tablespoon of cocoa powder or chocolate syrup.
- Peanut Butter Banana Strawberry: Add a tablespoon of peanut butter.
- Spice it Up: Add a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg.
- Use Different Fruits: Try adding other berries like blueberries, raspberries, or blackberries.
- Make it a Smoothie Bowl: For a thicker consistency, use less milk and pour the milkshake into a bowl. Top with granola, nuts, seeds, and fresh fruit.
- Freezing for Later: Freeze leftover milkshake in an airtight container for up to a month. Thaw in the refrigerator for a few hours before enjoying. You may need to blend it again to restore the smooth consistency.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 minutes