Banana Milkshake
This creamy banana milkshake is the perfect quick treat for hot days! Made with sweet ripe bananas and vanilla ice cream, it's refreshingly cool, naturally sweet, and ready in just 5 minutes.
Ingredients
- 2 medium ripe bananas
- 2 cups vanilla ice cream
- 1 cup cold milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract optional
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup optional
- Ice cubes optional, for thicker consistency
- Whipped cream and banana slice for garnish
Instructions
- Peel and slice the ripe bananas into chunks.
- Add banana chunks, vanilla ice cream, and cold milk to your blender.
- Add vanilla extract and honey or maple syrup if using.
- Blend on high speed for 30-45 seconds until smooth and creamy.
- Pour into chilled glasses and top with whipped cream and a banana slice if desired.
- Serve immediately for best taste and texture.
Notes
- For an extra thick milkshake, freeze banana chunks for at least 2 hours before blending.
- The riper your bananas, the sweeter your milkshake will be without added sweeteners.
- For a dairy-free version, use coconut milk ice cream and your favorite plant-based milk.
- Add a handful of ice cubes during blending if you prefer a frostier texture.
- Store any leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours, though fresh is best!