Description
A quick and refreshing Blueberry Banana Smoothie combining creamy vanilla Greek yogurt, fresh or frozen blueberries, ripe banana, and a touch of maple syrup for natural sweetness. Perfect for a nutritious breakfast or snack, this smoothie is easy to prepare and customizable with optional oats for extra fiber and ice cubes for a colder, thicker texture.
Ingredients
Scale
Fruits
- 1 banana
- 1 cup fresh OR frozen blueberries
Dairy
- 1 cup vanilla Greek yogurt
- 1/2 cup milk
Other
- 1/4 cup rolled oats
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup (OR honey, optional for extra sweetness)
- 4 ice cubes (optional for a creamier/colder smoothie; recommended if using fresh blueberries)
Instructions
- Prep: Place all ingredients including banana, blueberries, vanilla Greek yogurt, milk, rolled oats, maple syrup, and ice cubes into the blender.
- Blend: Blend on high speed until the mixture is smooth and creamy, with no chunks remaining.
- Serve: Pour the smoothie into glasses and serve immediately for the best texture and flavor, or chill in the refrigerator for up to 2 hours before serving.
Notes
- Use frozen blueberries and ice cubes for a thicker, colder smoothie.
- Maple syrup or honey is optional and can be adjusted based on your preferred sweetness.
- Rolled oats add extra fiber and make the smoothie more filling but can be omitted if desired.
- Consume shortly after making for optimal freshness and texture.
