Description
Bali banana date smoothie is a creamy, naturally sweet drink combining ripe bananas, dates, Greek yogurt, and cinnamon. Perfect for breakfasts, post-workout recovery, or as a wholesome snack. Easily made vegan, dairy-free, or low-sugar.
Ingredients
For the Smoothie:
– ½ medium ripe banana (substitute frozen banana for a thicker texture)
– ¼ cup nonfat Greek yogurt or dairy-free yogurt (substitute plant-based yogurt for vegan option)
– ½ cup 1% milk or dairy-free milk of choice (almond, oat, or coconut milk work well)
– ½ tbsp honey (substitute maple syrup for vegan option)
– 1 pitted date, chopped (soak in warm water for 5–10 minutes if dry or hard)
– ⅛ tsp cinnamon
– 2 ice cubes (optional; omit if using frozen banana)
Optional Add-ins:
– 1 scoop protein powder (for extra protein)
– Chia seeds, flaxseeds, or spinach (for added nutrition)
– Cardamom, nutmeg, or ginger (for extra warmth)
– Toasted coconut flakes or almond butter drizzle (for garnish)
Instructions
- In a blender, combine banana, yogurt, milk, and honey. Blend until smooth and creamy.
- Add chopped dates, cinnamon, and ice cubes to the blender. Blend for 3 minutes, or until the mixture is fully combined and smooth.
- If the mixture feels too thick, add a splash of milk to achieve the desired consistency.
- Taste and adjust sweetness by adding more honey or a pinch of vanilla extract if needed.
- Pour into a glass and enjoy fresh. Garnish with a sprinkle of cinnamon, toasted coconut flakes, or a drizzle of almond butter if desired.
Notes
– Use ripe bananas: They offer superior sweetness and creaminess compared to underripe ones.
– Soak dates: If the dates are dry or hard, soak them in warm water for 5–10 minutes before blending for smoother results.
– Storage: Store leftover smoothie in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 24 hours. Freeze portions for longer storage; thaw overnight in the fridge and blend again before serving.
– Customizations: Swap bananas with mangoes, berries, or papayas for variety. Stir in chia seeds, flaxseeds, or spinach for added nutrition.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Drinks / Smoothies
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Tropical / Healthy
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 smoothie (based on 1 serving per recipe)
- Calories: ~150
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 2g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg