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Strawberry Banana Breakfast Smoothie - A Bright, Creamy Start to Your Day

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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup frozen strawberries (fresh works too, but frozen makes it colder and thicker)
  • 1 ripe banana (fresh or frozen; frozen gives extra creaminess)
  • 3/4 cup milk (dairy or unsweetened almond, oat, or soy milk)
  • 1/2 cup plain or vanilla yogurt (Greek for more protein, regular for a lighter texture)
  • 1–2 teaspoons honey or maple syrup (optional, adjust to taste)
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional, for a bakery-style flavor)
  • Small pinch of salt (optional, it brightens the fruit flavor)
  • Ice cubes (optional, for extra frostiness if your fruit isn’t frozen)
  • Optional boosters: 1 tablespoon chia seeds or ground flaxseed, 1 scoop protein powder, a handful of spinach

Method
 

  1. Add liquids first. Pour the milk into the blender. This helps the blades catch the fruit and blend without getting stuck.
  2. Add creamy ingredients. Spoon in the yogurt and drizzle in honey or maple syrup if using. Add vanilla and a tiny pinch of salt.
  3. Add fruit and extras. Add the banana and strawberries. If you’re using chia seeds, flax, spinach, or protein powder, toss them in now.
  4. Blend until smooth. Start on low, then increase to high. Blend for 30–60 seconds, until everything is silky with no chunks.
  5. Adjust the texture. Too thick? Add a splash more milk. Too thin? Add a few ice cubes or more frozen fruit and blend again.
  6. Taste and tweak. If it needs more sweetness, add a little honey. If you want more tang, add a spoon of yogurt or a squeeze of lemon.
  7. Serve right away. Pour into a glass or insulated cup, and drink while chilled.