This Homegrown Banana Smoothie is one of my favourite smoothie blends that uses the natural sweetness of freshly picked bananas right from your backyard. This recipe combines the flavors of homegrown bananas with creamy peanut butter, protein-rich powder, and a hint of cinnamon and vanilla, resulting in a nourishing and satisfying treat. Whether you’re starting your day with a nutritious breakfast or refueling after a workout, this smoothie is sure to become a favourite.
Growing your own bananas at home is not only a rewarding experience but also opens up a world of culinary possibilities right in your kitchen. Bananas thrive in warm climates and can be cultivated in pots or directly in the ground, making them an ideal addition to any backyard garden. With proper care and attention, banana plants yield bountiful bunches of fruit that are bursting with flavor and nutrients.
From using them fresh in smoothies and baking to freezing them for future use in desserts, muffins and more homegrown bananas offer endless satisfaction. I hope you enjoy my homegrown banana smoothie recipe!
Simple Banana Smoothie
Ingredients
- Ice
- 1 ripe banana Bonus points if its homegrown!
- 1 spoonful of peanut butter as big as you like
- 1 scoop of protein powder of your choice
- 300 ml Milk of choice
- ½ tsp cinnamon
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Peel the ripe banana and break it into chunks.
- Add the banana chunks, spoonful of peanut butter, scoop of protein powder, cinnamon, vanilla extract, and pinch of salt to a blender.
- Pour in the milk of your choice.
- Add a handful of ice cubes to the blender for a refreshing chill.
- Blend all the ingredients until smooth and creamy.
- Taste and adjust the sweetness or thickness as desired, adding more milk or ice if needed.
- Pour your delicious banana smoothie into a glass and enjoy!
Are you keen to learn more about growing bananas at your place? Here is my guide to grow bananas in your back yard. Just be prepared to have so many bananas that you’ll be sharing them with everyone haha!
