Description
A refreshing and healthy pineapple banana smoothie, perfect for breakfast, a snack, or post-workout fuel. Packed with vitamins, protein, and delicious tropical flavor!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ripe banana, peeled and frozen
- 1 cup frozen pineapple chunks
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1/2 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy)
- 1/4 cup orange juice
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup (optional)
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
- A pinch of ground ginger (optional)
- Ice cubes (if needed)
- Optional toppings: shredded coconut, chia seeds, a slice of pineapple
Instructions
- Gather Ingredients: Have all ingredients ready.
- Combine in Blender: Place frozen banana, pineapple, Greek yogurt, milk, orange juice, honey/maple syrup (if using), vanilla extract, and ginger (if using) into a blender. Add frozen ingredients first.
- Blend: Blend on low, increasing to high, until smooth and creamy (1-2 minutes). Add milk if too thick, or frozen pineapple/ice if too thin.
- Check Consistency: Should be thick and pourable. Adjust with milk or frozen fruit/ice.
- Taste and Sweeten: Add more honey/maple syrup if needed.
- Add Ice (If Needed): Add ice for a colder, thicker smoothie.
- Pour into Glass: Pour into a glass or mason jar.
- Add Toppings (Optional): Add toppings like shredded coconut, chia seeds, or pineapple.
- Serve Immediately: Enjoy fresh!
Notes
- Use ripe bananas for sweetness.
- Freezing fruit makes the smoothie colder and thicker.
- Adjust liquid to desired consistency.
- Add protein powder or nut butter for extra protein.
- Sneak in greens like spinach or kale.
- Experiment with spices like cinnamon or nutmeg.
- Make it a bowl by topping with granola, nuts, and fruit.
- Make it vegan by using non-dairy milk and yogurt.
- Store in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours, but best enjoyed fresh.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 minutes