Description
A refreshing and nutritious Pineapple and Banana Smoothie combining sweet tropical fruits with creamy yogurt and milk. Perfect for a quick breakfast or a healthy snack, this smoothie is easy to prepare and can be customized with your choice of milk and sweetener for a deliciously smooth, cooling drink.
Ingredients
Scale
Fruits
- 1 cup chopped fresh pineapple
- 1 ripe banana, peeled and cut into pieces
Dairy and Liquids
- 1/2 cup natural or vanilla yogurt
- 1/2 cup milk (cow’s milk, almond, coconut, etc.)
Sweetener
- 1 tablespoon honey or sugar (optional, adjust to desired sweetness)
Additional
- Ice cubes to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Ingredients: Slice the fresh pineapple into small chunks to ensure smooth blending.
- Prepare the Banana: Peel the banana and cut it into pieces for easier blending and better texture.
- Combine Ingredients: In a blender, add the chopped pineapple, banana pieces, yogurt, and milk to start forming the smoothie base.
- Add Sweetener: Include honey or sugar at this point if you prefer a sweeter smoothie; adjust the amount according to your taste.
- Add Ice: Add ice cubes to the blender to achieve a cooler and thicker texture, enhancing the refreshing quality of the smoothie.
- Blend: Process all ingredients at high speed until the mixture is smooth, creamy, and homogeneous, ensuring all chunks are fully blended.
- Adjust Texture: For a thicker consistency, consider adding more frozen fruit or a scoop of ice cream before blending again.
- Serve: Pour the finished smoothie into tall glasses and serve immediately to enjoy the freshest flavor and best texture.
Notes
- You can substitute cow’s milk with plant-based alternatives like almond, coconut, or oat milk for a dairy-free version.
- Adjust sweetness with honey or sugar depending on the ripeness of the fruits and personal preference.
- For a colder smoothie, use frozen pineapple or banana instead of fresh.
- Add a handful of spinach or kale for a nutritious green smoothie variation.
- To make it vegan, use plant-based yogurt and milk alternatives and replace honey with maple syrup or agave nectar.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Beverages
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: International
