Classic Banana Milkshake

🍌 Classic Banana Milkshake

Description

The Classic Banana Milkshake is a creamy, naturally sweet, and refreshing drink that blends ripe bananas with cold milk and ice cream for a smooth, indulgent treat. It’s perfect as a quick breakfast, afternoon pick-me-up, or dessert. The combination of banana’s natural sugars and milk’s creaminess makes this shake both satisfying and energizing.

📝 Ingredients For Classic Banana Milkshake

• 2 ripe bananas (peeled and sliced)

• 2 cups (480 ml) chilled milk (whole or any preferred type)

• 2 scoops vanilla ice cream (optional for extra creaminess)

• 1–2 tbsp honey or sugar (optional, adjust to taste)

• 4–5 ice cubes (optional for a colder, frothier shake)

• Whipped cream (optional, for topping)

• Banana slices or a sprinkle of cinnamon for garnish

🥣 Instructions

1. Prepare bananas – Peel and slice ripe bananas for easy blending.

2. Blend – In a blender, add bananas, milk, vanilla ice cream, and honey/sugar. Blend until smooth and creamy.

3. Adjust – Taste and adjust sweetness if needed. For a colder shake, blend in ice cubes until frothy.

4. Serve – Pour into tall glasses, top with whipped cream if desired, and garnish with banana slices or cinnamon.

5. Enjoy immediately – Best served fresh and cold.

📌 Notes

• Use ripe bananas for maximum sweetness and flavor.

• Skip ice cream for a healthier, lighter version.

• Can substitute almond milk, oat milk, or soy milk for a vegan option.

• A pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg adds a warm, aromatic touch.

💡 Tips

• Freeze sliced bananas beforehand for an extra thick and chilled shake.

• For a protein boost, add 1 tablespoon of peanut butter or a scoop of protein powder.

• Blend longer for extra frothiness.

• Use crushed ice instead of cubes for a smoother texture.

🍽 Servings

Serves: 2
Serving size: 1 tall glass (~350 ml)

📊 Nutritional Info (per serving – without whipped cream)

• Calories: ~210 kcal

• Protein: 5 g

• Carbohydrates: 38 g

• Sugars: 28 g

• Fat: 4 g

• Fiber: 3 g

• Calcium: 150 mg

• Potassium: 600 mg

🌟 Benefits

• Rich in potassium – Supports heart and muscle health.

• Natural energy boost – Perfect for mornings or post-workout.

• Source of vitamins B6 & C – Supports immunity and metabolism.

• Calcium-rich – Strengthens bones and teeth.

❓ Q & A

Q: Can I make it without ice cream?
A: Yes! Use frozen bananas instead for creaminess without the extra calories.

Q: How long can I store it?
A: Best enjoyed fresh, but can be refrigerated for up to 4 hours (shake well before drinking).

Q: Can I make it vegan?
A: Absolutely—swap dairy milk for plant-based milk and use dairy-free ice cream.

Q: Can I add chocolate?
A: Yes! Blend in 1 tablespoon cocoa powder or chocolate syrup for a banana-chocolate twist.