Creamy Strawberry Banana Smoothie Recipe Is Worthy of Being Dessert (5 Ingredients, 5 Minutes) Smoothies Snacks Desserts High Fiber Recipes High Protein Recipes Beverages Gluten-free Fruit

I don’t really eat desserts very often, but every now and then I just want something just a little sweet. And that is why I love this easy strawberry smoothie recipe. Ready in just five minutes, this fruit smoothie uses real fruit and a touch of honey, if you’d like, to create a smooth, cool and filling drink worthy of being a great snack or even a light dessert.

To make this creamy banana strawberry smoothie recipe you will need to grab the following ingredients from your fridge and pantry: a banana (frozen or unfrozen), fresh strawberries (fresh or frozen), milk (regular or plant-based), vanilla extract, ice and optional honey. Check out the health benefits of strawberries and the health benefits of bananas.

Serve this vitamin-packed, high-protein, high-fiber smoothie any time for a healthy snack or for dessert after dinner. The smoothie would even be delicious (and nutritious!) for breakfast.

Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Total Time: 5 minutes
Servings: 1 to 2

Ingredients

• 1 ripe banana, frozen or unfrozen
• 1 heaping cup fresh or frozen strawberries, hulled
• 1 cup milk (regular, nut or soy)
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon honey (optional)
• 2 - 3 ice cubes

Here's how to make it: 

1. Place all the ingredients into a blender.
2. Blend until smooth. (Add the honey if you want a sweeter smoothie.)
3. Pour into one or two glasses and enjoy! (Smoothies lose their taste and thickness if they aren’t consumed immediately.)

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