Kicked Up Banana Smoothie

Elevate your morning routine with this irresistible Kicked Up Banana Smoothie—a creamy, protein-packed blend with a bold, unexpected twist! Featuring a ripe banana, rich Greek yogurt, and nutty peanut or almond butter, this smoothie is naturally sweetened with honey and spiced with warm ground cinnamon. The kicker? A hint of cayenne pepper gives it a surprising, fiery edge (optional for those who enjoy a little heat). Perfectly balanced with almond milk and finished with a frothy chill from ice cubes, this powerhouse drink is ready in just 5 minutes. Top it with chia seeds for added texture, nutrients, and extra flair. Whether you’re gearing up for a busy day or need a quick snack, this revitalizing smoothie delivers a delightful blend of sweetness, spice, and creaminess in every sip!

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:5 mins

Servings: 1

Ingredients

• 1 piece ripe banana
• 0.5 cup Greek yogurt
• 0.75 cup almond milk (or your preferred milk)
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1 tablespoon peanut butter or almond butter
• 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 0.125 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper (optional)
• 4 pieces ice cubes
• 1 teaspoon chia seeds (optional for topping)

Directions

Step 1

Peel the ripe banana and break it into smaller chunks for easier blending.

Step 2

Add the banana chunks, Greek yogurt, almond milk, honey, peanut butter, ground cinnamon, and ground cayenne pepper (if using) to a blender.

Step 3

Toss in the ice cubes for a chilled and frothy texture.

Step 4

Blend on high speed for 30-60 seconds, or until the mixture is creamy and smooth.

Step 5

Taste and adjust sweetness by adding more honey if desired. Blend again briefly if adjustments are made.

Step 6

Pour the smoothie into a glass and optionally sprinkle chia seeds on top for added texture and nutrition.

Step 7

Serve immediately and enjoy your Kicked Up Banana Smoothie!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(576.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	370.6

Total Fat 10.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 1.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 4mg	0%
Sodium 239.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 54.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 4.9g	0%
Total Sugars 36.3g
Protein 14.2g	0%

Vitamin D 75.0IU	0%
Calcium 456.0mg	0%
Iron 1.5mg	0%
Potassium 784.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 26.1%

Protein: 15.3%

Carbs: 58.6%