Loaded with nutrients like protein, iron, calcium and more, this banana nut smoothie has got it all! It’s refreshing, wholesome, nutty, creamy and completely satisfying! It makes a perfectly nutritious breakfast or snack. Need an energy boost? This one’s for you!
This banana nut smoothie is made using only 5 common ingredients, so it’s likely items you’ve already got on hand!
- almond milk (or plant milk of choice)
- almonds
- walnuts
- banana (frozen, preferably)
- cinnamon
This smoothie is completely versatile. Feel free to sub the nuts with whatever you have on hand. Pecans or hazelnuts would also work well.
Just toss all the ingredients into your high speed blender (I use a Vitamix) and process until smooth and creamy. If you do not have a high powered blender, you may want to soak your nuts first for about 10 minutes or so. This will make it easier for your blender to process them, without leaving any grittiness in your smoothie.
If you don’t have frozen bananas handy, grab a ripe banana, peel and slice it and freeze for 30 minutes. Slicing the banana will help it freeze faster. If I find myself with a ton of overly ripe bananas, I often peel them and store in the freezer in an airtight container to use later. You know, for smoothies like this, or some delicious Banana Bread or even Strawberry Banana Bread. YUM!
If you really don’t have the time to freeze a banana, go ahead and use a fresh one. Just add a handful of ice cubes as well or the temperature won’t be quite right.
Hope you enjoy this smoothie recipe! I’d love to hear your feedback in the comments below. For even more smoothie ideas, check these out!
We love making smoothies in my house and this banana nut smoothie has become one of my family’s favourites now! Thanks for another great recipe!
So glad your family is enjoying it!!