This Chia Banana Cream Smoothie Recipe combines the nutritional benefits of chia seeds with the natural sweetness of bananas. It’s a creamy, satisfying drink that can serve as a nutritious breakfast or a refreshing snack.
The recipe is simple and quick to prepare, making it perfect for busy mornings or a healthy treat any time of the day.
Easy Chia Banana Cream Smoothie
This smoothie features ripe bananas blended with chia seeds, yogurt, and milk for a creamy texture. It takes about 10 minutes to prepare and serves 2 people.
Ingredients
- 2 ripe bananas
- 1/4 cup chia seeds
- 1 cup yogurt (plain or flavored)
- 1 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy)
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
- Ice cubes (optional, for a chilled smoothie)
Instructions
- Prepare the Ingredients: Peel the bananas and break them into chunks.
- Blend: In a blender, combine the banana chunks, chia seeds, yogurt, milk, honey or maple syrup, and vanilla extract. Blend until smooth and creamy.
- Adjust Consistency: If the smoothie is too thick, add more milk to reach your desired consistency. If you prefer a colder smoothie, add ice cubes and blend again.
- Serve: Pour the smoothie into glasses and enjoy immediately. You can garnish with extra chia seeds or banana slices if desired.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 2 smoothies
- Calories: 250kcal
- Fat: 7g
- Protein: 10g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
