Banana Shake

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
9%
Banana Shake
45 min.
3
129kcal

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If you're looking for a refreshing and nutritious drink that’s sure to please your taste buds, our delightful Banana Shake is the perfect choice! This vegetarian and gluten-free beverage is incredibly easy to whip up, making it an ideal treat for any time of day. With just a handful of wholesome ingredients, you can create a creamy, dreamy shake that’s not just delicious but also packs a punch with its nutritional goodness.

Picture this: A cool, velvety blend of frozen bananas, low-fat milk, and a hint of vanilla, all coming together to create a naturally sweet and satisfying shake. With only 129 calories per serving, it’s a guilt-free indulgence that provides the energy boost you need without the added sugars found in many store-bought options. Plus, you can customize it to your liking! Want to bring some extra protein into your shake? Toss in a couple of tablespoons of creamy peanut butter for an extra richness that will take your shake to the next level.

But the versatility doesn’t stop there! You can easily switch things up by substituting ingredients to create different flavor profiles. Try blending in strawberries for a classic Strawberry-Banana shake, or combine pineapple and orange juice for a tropical twist. Whether it’s a mid-afternoon snack, a post-workout refuel, or a fun treat for your friends, this Banana Shake promises to be a hit. So grab your blender, and let’s get started on this deliciously simple recipe!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 cup apple juice concentrate frozen thawed
  • large bananas frozen sliced
  • cup milk low-fat
  • 0.5 teaspoon vanilla extract 

Equipment

  • blender

Directions

  1. Process all ingredients in a blender 1 to 2 minutes or until smooth, stopping once to scrape down sides.
  2. Serve immediately.
  3. Add 2 to 3 tablespoons creamy peanut butter before processing.
  4. Strawberry Shake or Strawberry-Banana Shake: Substitute 2 cups frozen sliced strawberries for bananas, or combine 1 cup frozen sliced strawberries and 1 banana, sliced and frozen.
  5. Pineapple-Orange-Banana Shake: Substitute 1 cup pineapple-orange juice for milk.
  6. Note: Leftover shake mixture may be frozen in small cups or ice-cream cones and served as a frozen snack.

Nutrition Facts

Calories129kcal
Protein10.79%
Fat7.15%
Carbs82.06%

Properties

Glycemic Index
31.84
Glycemic Load
11.28
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
6.8456521656202%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.01mg
Catechin
5.88mg
Epicatechin
1.32mg
Kaempferol
0.1mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
0.21mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:129.12kcal
6.46%
Fat:1.08g
1.67%
Saturated Fat:0.55g
3.47%
Carbohydrates:27.95g
9.32%
Net Carbohydrates:25.54g
9.29%
Sugar:17.7g
19.66%
Cholesterol:3.93mg
1.31%
Sodium:32.75mg
1.42%
Alcohol:0.23g
100%
Alcohol %:0.15%
100%
Protein:3.68g
7.35%
Vitamin B6:0.39mg
19.25%
Potassium:478.48mg
13.67%
Manganese:0.27mg
13.45%
Vitamin B2:0.18mg
10.68%
Calcium:105.93mg
10.59%
Phosphorus:102.94mg
10.29%
Vitamin C:8.14mg
9.86%
Fiber:2.41g
9.65%
Magnesium:35.38mg
8.84%
Vitamin B12:0.48µg
8%
Vitamin B5:0.6mg
6.01%
Vitamin D:0.87µg
5.77%
Vitamin B1:0.08mg
5.25%
Folate:19.71µg
4.93%
Vitamin A:212.49IU
4.25%
Copper:0.08mg
3.76%
Selenium:2.59µg
3.69%
Vitamin B3:0.71mg
3.57%
Zinc:0.48mg
3.2%
Iron:0.27mg
1.5%
Source:My Recipes