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Are frozen fruits just as healthy and nutritious as fresh fruits? Yes! Frozen fruits are not only helpful for making smoothies but also for minimizing food waste. Here’s a super simple recipe for strawberry banana smoothie with frozen berries to prove my point.
How To Make Strawberry Banana Smoothie With Frozen Fruit
The most delicious and creamy fruit smoothie is a classic strawberry banana smoothie made with frozen fruit, Greek yogurt, and milk. Enjoy!
The hardest part about making a smoothie is choosing between all of the flavors! Some of our most popular fruit smoothies on FFF include our Peanut Butter Banana Smoothie, Classic Strawberry Smoothie, and our Green Smoothie.
Today we’re sharing a classic strawberry banana smoothie recipe. It’s creamy, made with 5 ingredients, and truly makes for the perfect snack or breakfast.
Favorite Strawberry Banana Smoothie
If you’re a smoothie lover like us, then our strawberry banana smoothie with yogurt is a must! It’s naturally sweetened, packed with nutrients, and so delicious. Here’s why we love it:
Real Food Ingredients – all ingredients in this fruit smoothie are real. No sugary purees or additives.
Naturally Sweetened – this recipe is naturally sweetened with real fruit — no added sugar of any kind!
Gluten-Free – it is naturally gluten-free without even trying!
Kid-Friendly – when your meal tastes like dessert, I say that’s kid-friendly for sure.
What You Need
5 basic ingredients are all you need for this healthy strawberry banana smoothie!
- frozen strawberries – we prefer frozen fruit because it will make your smoothie nice and thick!
- frozen banana – only have fresh bananas? Check out our tutorial on how to freeze bananas.
- Greek yogurt – we might be biased, but we LOVE Greek yogurt in smoothies. Not only does it add protein, but will make your smoothie so creamy!
- vanilla extract – a little vanilla brings out all the flavors.
- almond milk – really any kind of milk works. Feel free to use oat milk, soy milk, cashew milk, regular milk, or heck, even orange juice!
do you put ice in a smoothie?
Do you put ice in a smoothie? Short answer NO! When making frozen fruit smoothie recipes like this strawberry banana smoothie, there is no need for ice because of the frozen fruit.
ONLY HAVE FRESH FRUIT?
If you only have fresh fruit, then you have a couple of options.
- Freeze your fruit: strawberries and bananas can easily be frozen. This process will take around 2 hours, but you can follow our frozen banana tutorial. It works the same with strawberries!
- Use ice: this would be our last resort suggestion only because ice dilutes your smoothie, however, it is a good option if you only have fresh fruit.
How to Make a Strawberry Banana Smoothie
In under 5 minutes, you’re going to have a wonderful and naturally sweet frozen fruit smoothie recipe ready to go!
- Place all ingredients into your high-speed blender.
- Blend on high until smooth. Option to add more milk as needed
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Strawberry and Banana Smoothie Add-Ins and Variations
Want to take your strawberry smoothie up another notch? Here are some optional add-ins and variations to make this recipe even more nutritious.
ADD-INS
- chia or flax seeds: add 1 teaspoon for extra nutrition.
- protein powder: add around 1/4 cup of your favorite protein powder.
- peanut butter: add 2 tablespoons peanut butter for a “PB and J” kind of flavor.
- honey: want it sweeter? Add 1-2 tablespoons of honey.
- spinach or kale: Add a big handful of spinach or kale for some greens.
- Oats: oats are a great way to add texture and whole grains. Add 1 tablespoon per serving.
VARIATIONS
Make it Vegan/Dairy-Free – simply swap the Greek yogurt for a non-dairy yogurt.
Make it a Protein Shake – add in 1/4 cup plain or vanilla protein powder for a protein boost.
Make it a GREEN smoothie – add in a handful of your favorite greens such as fresh spinach or kale.
Make it a Smoothie Bowl – use 1/4 cup less milk so that your smoothie comes out nice and thick. Serve it in a bowl and top it with fresh fruit and granola.
Make it Tropical: feeling like summer? add 1/2 cup of frozen mango or frozen pineapple to make it tropical!
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Top 3 Tips for a Perfect Frozen Fruit Smoothie
- Use Frozen Fruit: this might be an obvious tip, but make sure to use frozen fruit for your frozen fruit smoothie! The more frozen the better, too.
- Start with Less Milk: you can always add more milk. So, if the recipe calls for 1 cup, start with 3/4 cup and add from there. Some people like thicker smoothies and other people like them thinner.
- Your Blender Matters: there is nothing worst than a chunky fruit smoothie. So? Make sure to use a high-speed blender that can puree everything together nice and smooth.
Strawberry Banana Smoothie Recipe (BEST Fruit Smoothie)
There is nothing more refreshing than a classic strawberry banana smoothie recipe. Ours is made with 5 ingredients and in less than 10 minutes!
Prep: 10 minutesCook: 0 minutesTotal: 10 minutes
FAT 3 CARBS 46 PROTEIN 7
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INGREDIENTS
- 1 cup frozen strawberries
- 1 cup frozen sliced banana (or 1 medium frozen banana)
- 1/4 cup nonfat plain Greek yogurt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk (or more to taste)
INSTRUCTIONS
- Place all ingredients into a high-speed blender.
- Mix on high until smooth.
- If you want a thinner smoothie, add more milk. If you want a thicker smoothie, add less milk.
STRAWBERRY BANANA SMOOTHIE (MY FAVORITE!)
Adding additional fruit to your diet is great with this Strawberry Banana Smoothie. It tastes like such a delight, so I adore having it for breakfast or as a mid-afternoon snack! My kids even enjoy this one. If you’re making a smoothie for the first time, this is a terrific “beginning smoothie.”
How to Make a Strawberry Banana Smoothie
You’ll need a blender and around 5 minutes to make this Strawberry Banana Smoothie. Simply combine the ingredients in a blender and process until smooth. After tasting the finished product, make any necessary modifications.
Because fruits can vary in sweetness, you might need to add a little sweetener one day, but not the next. When you make a smoothie at home, you’re in charge of the flavor, so keep in mind that you can always tweak each batch to suit your tastes.
Do You Have to Use Frozen Fruit in Smoothies?
Frozen fruit is used in this recipe since I feel it to be the most practical and cost-effective option. I adore how the texture of this Strawberry Banana Smoothie is thick and mushy, almost like a milkshake, thanks to the frozen fruit.
Or, if you’d prefer, you can use fresh strawberries and bananas! When using fresh fruit, you’ll need considerably less liquid, so start with 1/2 cup and add more as necessary. Try adding a cup or more of ice to your smoothie until it is the desired thickness if you want to replicate the frozen, slushy texture of frozen fruit in your smoothie.
Make sure to peel bananas before freezing them so you can quickly include them into a smoothie afterward. After freezing, removing the peel is almost impossible. (Believe me.) For simpler mixing if you don’t have a high-speed blender, cut the bananas into coins before putting them in. Since my Vitamix can easily break them down, I normally freeze my bananas whole and then cut them in half before adding them.
Are Smoothies Good for Weight Loss?
In my opinion, yes, smoothies are great for weight loss! When you make a smoothie at home, you control what goes into it. That means you don’t have to worry about things like frozen yogurt or sugary “bases” being used in your smoothie, like some chain smoothie stores do.
I like to use smoothies like this one as a meal replacement, so it’s a great alternative to a heavier breakfast. Smoothies are a great source of fiber, vitamins and minerals, and they can help keep you hydrated.
You can read why I don’t limit my fruit intake if you’re worried about the sugar in fruit. According to one study included in that article, eating fruit really encourages weight loss when compared to a group that restricted their fruit intake.
Strawberry Banana Smoothie
The finest recipe is this Strawberry Banana Smoothie! With frozen strawberries and bananas, it gives you a milkshake-like, slushy texture. Kids adore this smoothie, which is excellent for beginners.
PREP TIME5 minutes
TOTAL TIME5 minutes
INGREDIENTS
- 1 cup frozen strawberries
- 1 frozen banana , cut into pieces
- 1 cup milk (I use almond milk)
- 1/2 cup orange juice (or use more milk )
- 1 Medjool date , pitted (or 1 tablespoon honey), if needed for sweetness
INSTRUCTIONS
- Add the strawberries, banana, milk, orange juice, and date for sweetness, if desired, and blend until smooth. Taste and adjust anything as needed, then serve right away.
- Leftover smoothie can be poured into mini ice pop molds for a frozen treat later.
NUTRITION
Calories: 308kcal | Carbohydrates: 69g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 4g | Sodium: 329mg | Potassium: 1057mg | Fiber: 8g | Sugar: 48g | Vitamin A: 325IU | Vitamin C: 156.9mg | Calcium: 352mg | Iron: 1.4mg
Strawberry Banana Smoothie Nutrition (for the whole batch): Calories: 308; Fat: 4g; Carbohydrates: 69g; Fiber: 8g; Protein: 4g
Recipe Notes:
You can substitute any other fruit for the strawberries or bananas, but bear in mind that you’ll need to use comparable amounts to achieve a milkshake-like consistency. You can use mixed berries, but bear in mind that raspberries have seeds, which will affect the final texture and bother my kids.
Orange juice gives this smoothie the modest sweetness boost and slightly tangy flavor that I prefer, but if you omit it, the smoothie would be less sweet and considerably milder in flavor.
Strawberry Banana Smoothie
Dairy foods like milk, cheese, and yogurt are rich in calcium, protein, and vitamins to help build strong bones and teeth. Eating dairy foods can lower your risk of developing a disease called osteoporosis that occurs when bones become weak and break easily. Calcium also keeps your nerves, heart, and muscles healthy, and may help regulate your blood pressure.
Yield: 3 servings
Ingredients:
- ⅔ cup fat free milk*
- 1 cup low-fat vanilla yogurt
- 2 cups frozen strawberries, no sugar added
- 1 banana, gently rubbed under cold running water, peeled
Directions:
- Wash hands with soap and water.
- Place all ingredients in a blender and process on high until smooth. Serve immediately.
Notes:
*Add additional milk if you like a thinner smoothie.
Make your own smoothie recipe by blending fat-free milk or yogurt with fresh or frozen fruit. Try other fruits such as peaches, or mixed berries.
THE BEST STRAWBERRY SMOOTHIE RECIPE
Absolutely, this strawberry smoothie is the best ever made in human history. This refreshing smoothie has just 3 ingredients, including frozen strawberries and banana, and it’s quick, simple, and delicious to create. It surpasses strawberry shakes in quality. That’s not a lie.
I’m obsessed to this right now. It tastes like dessert without being overly sweet and is pleasant and fresh. You know that sweet taste that immediately causes a cavity in your tooth? Not that sweetness, though. It has a pleasant, natural sweetness that makes you grin.
When you need a little boost, this simple smoothie is ideal as a snack. When I want something sweet but don’t want to poison myself, I frequently make this. Give your youngster a drink of milk as well, if they are old enough to consume it. Use breastmilk instead. This would absolutely work, wow. Probably. I’m not sure, but don’t. Whatever you desire, do it.
STRAWBERRY SMOOTHIE INGREDIENTS
To make this simple, but tasty smoothie you will need only 3 ingredients:
Strawberries. Use frozen strawberries to make this smoothie thicker and cooler without adding any ice. That is the big secret here, it helps get that beautiful texture – something between a slushy and a shake.
Banana. In this smoothie I used a fresh banana, but if you don’t have fresh bananas, you can also use frozen ones. It will make a thicker smoothie and you’ll probably need to add more liquid.
Liquid of choice. You can use regular milk, almond milk, coconut milk, orange juice or even water to make this or any other smoothie.
Optional: add some cinnamon, vanilla or if you want: Greek yogurt. To make the smoothie even healthier and more filling you can also add chia seeds, flax seeds, overnight oats or a Tbsp of your favorite nut butter.
FRUIT TO ADD TO A STRAWBERRY SMOOTHIE
If you don’t like bananas and would like to make a strawberry smoothie without banana, these fruits also would go well with strawberries:
- Peaches
- Pineapple
- Orange
- Mango
You can use them fresh or frozen. They’re pretty sweet, so I always like to add a little bit of yogurt or coconut cream to balance it out.
HEALTH BENEFITS OF FRUITS
Fruits are packed with vitamins, minerals, fiber, and antioxidants, making them a healthy addition to any diet. Here are ten health benefits of fruits:
- Good for heart health: Fruits, particularly berries and citrus fruits, are rich in antioxidants and fiber, which help to reduce the risk of heart disease by improving cholesterol levels and reducing inflammation.
- Lowers the risk of cancer: The antioxidants in fruits can help to reduce oxidative stress and damage to DNA, which can contribute to the development of cancer.
- Helps with weight management: Fruits are low in calories and high in fiber, which can help to keep you feeling full and satisfied, reducing the likelihood of overeating.
- Supports healthy digestion: The fiber in fruits helps to promote regular bowel movements and can prevent constipation.
- May reduce the risk of diabetes: Fruits are a good source of fiber, which can help to regulate blood sugar levels and reduce the risk of developing type 2 diabetes.
- Boosts immune function: The vitamins and antioxidants in fruits can help to boost immune function and reduce the risk of infections.
- Supports eye health: Fruits like oranges, kiwis, and berries are high in vitamin C, which is essential for eye health and can help to reduce the risk of age-related eye diseases.
- Promotes healthy skin: Fruits are a good source of vitamin C and other antioxidants, which help to protect against damage from free radicals and support healthy skin.
- May improve mental health: The antioxidants and anti-inflammatory compounds in fruits can help to improve mood and reduce the risk of depression.
- May improve brain function: Fruits are rich in flavonoids and other compounds that can help to improve cognitive function and reduce the risk of age-related cognitive decline.
FAQ
How do you make a smoothie thicker?
In order to make a thick and creamy smoothie we recommend using frozen fruit instead of fresh. If you don’t have frozen, then you can either freeze it yourself or add ice at the end.
Are strawberry banana smoothies good for you?
Strawberry banana smoothies are good for you because they’re packed with fruit and real ingredients
What fruit combinations go well together for smoothies?
Our favorite smoothie combinations are strawberry banana, peanut butter banana, or triple berry.