Creamy Banana & Avocado Smoothie
This silky, nutrient-dense smoothie blends sweet banana with rich avocado for an ultra-cremous, satisfying breakfast or snack in under 5 minutes.
Prep time: 5 minutes
Total time: 5 minutes
Servings: 1–2
Ingredients
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Fruit: 1 ripe banana, sliced
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Base: 1 ripe avocado, peeled and pitted
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Liquid: 1 cup (240ml) milk (or your preferred plant-based milk)
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Sweetener & Flavor: 1 tbsp honey (optional), ½ tsp vanilla extract (optional)
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Ice: 1 cup ice cubes
Instructions
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Prep the Produce
Slice the ripe banana and scoop out the flesh from the avocado.
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Load the Blender
Add the banana, avocado, milk, honey (if using), vanilla extract, and ice cubes into a high-speed blender.
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Blend
Blend on high speed for 45–60 seconds until completely smooth and creamy.
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Adjust & Serve
Taste and adjust sweetness with extra honey if desired. Pour into chilled glasses and serve immediately.
Chef’s Tips
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Use Frozen Bananas: Swap the fresh banana and ice cubes for a frozen banana to yield an even thicker, ice-cream-like consistency.
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Boost the Nutrition: Toss in a tablespoon of chia seeds, flaxseeds, or a scoop of your favorite vanilla protein powder before blending.