Creamy Smoothie Base
Start your day off right with this versatile and indulgently creamy smoothie base that’s as delicious as it is customizable! Featuring a naturally sweet combination of ripe banana, protein-packed Greek yogurt, and silky almond milk, this recipe creates the perfect foundation for endless smoothie variations. A hint of vanilla extract and a drizzle of honey elevate the flavor while keeping it wholesome, and the addition of ice cubes ensures a refreshingly frosty finish. Whether you’re blending it up as-is or adding vibrant fruits, seeds, or leafy greens for extra nutrients, this five-minute smoothie base is the ultimate time-saver for busy mornings or post-workout refuels. Plus, it's naturally gluten-free and can easily be tailored to fit dairy-free or vegan diets. Tag it as your go-to recipe for meal prep smoothies or quick, nutritious drinks bursting with flavor!
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Ingredients
- 1 large Banana
- 0.5 cup Greek yogurt
- 1 cup Almond milk (unsweetened)
- 0.5 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- 5 small Ice cubes
Directions
Step 1
Peel the banana and break it into smaller pieces for easier blending.
Step 2
Add the banana pieces to a blender along with the Greek yogurt and almond milk.
Step 3
Pour in the vanilla extract and honey.
Step 4
Place the ice cubes into the blender.
Step 5
Blend the mixture on high speed for about 1-2 minutes, or until smooth and creamy.
Step 6
Taste the smoothie base and adjust sweetness if necessary by adding more honey as desired.
Step 7
Pour the smoothie base into serving glasses or store it in the refrigerator if not using immediately.
Step 8
Use this smoothie base as a foundation and add your favorite fruits, seeds, or greens to customize your smoothie.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (669.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 303.9 |
| Total Fat 5.3g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 1.9g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g | |
| Cholesterol 6.0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 213.2mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 54.8g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 3.3g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 42.6g | |
| Protein 14.1g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 100.0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 578.1mg | 0% |
| Iron 0.9mg | 0% |
| Potassium 762.9mg | 0% |
Source of Calories