Creamy Strawberry Banana Smoothie Recipe

Prep: 5 minCook: 5 min1 servingsmedium
Creamy Strawberry Banana Smoothie Recipe

Quick blended drink combining frozen strawberries, fresh banana, and milk for natural creaminess without yogurt. Blend until completely smooth, adjusting consistency with additional fruit or milk as needed. Ready in minutes for a refreshing breakfast or snack.

Ingredients

1 servings
  • 1 cup frozen strawberries
    raspberries1:1

    softer texture

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  • 1 banana
  • 1 cup milk
    almond milk1:1vegandairy-free

    flavor lighter, less creamy

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Instructions

  1. 1

    Add strawberries, banana, and milk to blender.

  2. 2

    Blend on high until fruit is completely pulverized and smoothie reaches desired smooth, creamy consistency.

  3. 3

    Add more fruit or milk to adjust consistency if needed.

  4. 4

    Pour into glass and serve.

Good to Know

Storage

Smoothie best consumed immediately. Refrigerate leftovers up to 24 hours; may separate.

Make Ahead

Prep frozen strawberries and banana in freezer-safe containers. Measure milk separately; combine when ready to blend.

Serve With

Pour into chilled glass immediately after blending.

Common Mistakes

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Under-blend to avoid grainy texture with visible fruit pulp.

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Omit milk adjustment to avoid smoothie that is too thick or thin.

Substitutions

Dairy-Free Swaps

milk
almond milk1:1vegandairy-free

flavor lighter, less creamy

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milk
oat milk1:1vegandairy-free

naturally creamy

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milk
coconut milk1:1vegandairy-free

tropical flavor note

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General Alternatives

strawberries
raspberries1:1

softer texture

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strawberries
blueberries1:1

milder flavor

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