Strawberry Banana Smoothie – Eat Yourself Skinny

This Strawberry Banana Smoothie is creamy, naturally sweet, and made with simple, healthy ingredients. Easily made in just 5 minutes for the perfect breakfast or a quick snack!

There is nothing better than a classic strawberry banana smoothie, I mean it just hits. Such a simple, delicious recipe that is creamy, naturally sweetened, and made with wholesome ingredients. Perfect for busy mornings, post-workout fuel, or a refreshing afternoon pick-me-up, this smoothie comes together in just minutes and tastes like a treat!

Why You’ll Love This

• Quick and easy – this strawberry banana smoothie easily comes together in just 5 minutes with just a few simple ingredients.
• Nourishing – this smoothie is healthy and nourishing packed with fiber, vitamins and protein.
• Kid-approved – this is a go-to favorite for all ages and always a guaranteed hit! My 6 year old literally asks me to make this for her every week.
• Customizable – you can easily customize this smoothie with extra protein, fiber or leafy greens depending on what you prefer.

Ingredients You’ll Need

• strawberries – the star of this smoothie! Strawberries add natural sweetness, bright flavor, and a boost of vitamin C. You can also use frozen strawberries for a thicker, frostier texture.
• banana – this is what makes this smoothie ultra creamy and naturally sweet. I like to use a frozen banana, but fresh bananas work great too.
• Greek yogurt – this adds creaminess plus a boost of protein to keep you full longer. I like using plain or vanilla Greek yogurt.
• milk – this helps everything blend smoothly. You can use almond milk, oat milk, dairy milk, or whatever type of milk you prefer.
• honey – this is optional, but if you like a sweeter smoothie you can add a little drizzle of honey or maple syrup for extra sweetness.

How to Make a Strawberry Banana Smoothie

1. Add ingredients to blender – in a high-powered blender or Nutribullet, add strawberries, banana, Greek yogurt, milk and honey.
2. Blend until smooth – blend the ingredients on high until everything is creamy and smooth.
3. Adjust consistency – feel free to add more milk if the smoothie is too thick or you can add in some ice if you prefer your smoothie thicker and colder.
4. Serve and enjoy – pour the smoothie into glasses and enjoy right away or store in the fridge for later.

Tips for the Best Smoothie

• Use frozen fruit for thickness – frozen strawberries and bananas will give you that thick, milkshake-like texture without watering it down.
• Freeze your bananas – slice and freeze ripe bananas ahead of time for extra creaminess.
• Don’t overdo the liquid – start with less milk and gradually add more, as needed. You can’t take the milk out once added so start small.
• Blend in stages if needed – if using a smaller blender, feel free to blend in stages so that everything gets mixed properly for a perfectly creamy smoothie.
• Use a high-powered blender – this ensures the smoothest, creamiest texture. I really love this Ninja blender and have used mine for years.

Variations

• Protein boost – add in a scoop of protein powder, extra Greek yogurt, protein-packed cottage cheese or even a spoonful of nut butter for a boost of protein.
• Fiber boost – add in a tablespoon of chia seeds, ground flaxseed, rolled oats or throw in extra berries like raspberries for a natural boost of fiber.
• Green smoothie – toss in a handful of fresh spinach leaves or other leafy greens for a boost of nutrition. I promise, you won’t taste it!
• Dairy-free option – swap the Greek yogurt for dairy-free yogurt, use plant-based milk or add half an avocado or more banana for extra creaminess if skipping the yogurt.
• Extra creamy version – add in a splash of coconut milk, mix in an extra banana or avocado for extra creaminess, and use frozen fruit for maximum thickness.
• Tropical twist – throw in some fresh pineapple or mango for natural sweetness and a tropical flavor. You could also use coconut milk, a squeeze of fresh lime juice and top with shredded coconut if making a smoothie bowl.

Prepping and Storage

• To Prep Ahead – store the strawberries and bananas in the freezer in sealed baggies until ready to use. I like to make smoothie packs with pre-portioned fruit in freezer bags for quick blending!
• To Store – smoothies taste best right after blending, but you can store them in mason jars or sealed, airtight containers for 1 to 2 days. I recommend shaking or stirring before drinking as the ingredients can separate as it sits.
• Freeze option – you can also freeze the blended smoothie in ice cube trays to re-blend later!

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