Strawberry Banana Smoothie with Ice Cream – A Treat!
Servings: 2 servings
Ingredients
- 1 cup frozen strawberries (whole or sliced)
- 1 medium ripe banana (fresh or frozen, sliced)
- 2 scoops vanilla ice cream (about 1 cup)
- ½ to 3/4 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy), plus more as needed
- 1–2 teaspoons honey or maple syrup (optional, to taste)
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract (optional, boosts the vanilla flavor)
- Pinch of salt (optional, enhances sweetness)
- Ice cubes (optional, for extra thickness if using fresh fruit)
- Fresh strawberries or banana slices for garnish (optional)
- Whipped cream and sprinkles (optional, for a sundae-style finish)
Instructions
- Prep the fruit: If the banana is fresh, slice it. For an extra thick smoothie, use a frozen banana and frozen strawberries.
- Add liquids first: Pour 1/2 cup milk into the blender. This helps the blades catch the ingredients smoothly.
- Layer the rest: Add frozen strawberries, banana, vanilla ice cream, vanilla extract, and a small pinch of salt.
- Blend until smooth: Start on low, then increase to high for 30–45 seconds. If it’s too thick, add a splash of milk. If it’s too thin, add a few ice cubes or more frozen fruit.
- Taste and sweeten: Blend in honey or maple syrup if you want it sweeter. Ripe bananas often add enough sweetness on their own.
- Serve right away: Pour into chilled glasses. Garnish with whipped cream, fresh fruit, or a sprinkle of granola for crunch if you like.