Apple Banana Smoothie
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Make this creamy apple banana smoothie with just 3 ingredients for a great morning treat or afternoon snack. Naturally sweetened with just fruit this is a quick & delicious way to make a healthy choice.
When fall rolls around I always find myself wanting to buy all. the. apples. So I generally do – thinking I’m going to be making all kinds of apple pies and apple muffins. But most of them just end up sitting there.
That’s when this recipe comes in handy. A delicious smoothie with apple – an easy way to use up apples, and a delicious snack to beat the afternoon slump.
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Why you will love this recipe
- It’s quick & easy – just 5 minutes including a tiny bit of prep
- It’s so tasty – amazing flavor with sweet fruit balanced by acidic yogurt
- It’s so creamy – no gritty apple pieces here, when you follow my tips below
- It’s a great healthy choice – just fruit & yogurt, that’s it
- Common ingredients – just your basic apple, banana and yogurt
What you need to make it
Ingredient notes & substitutions
- Banana – a really ripe one is best, fresh or frozen
- Apple – some kinds blend better than others, I like Aroma, Granny Smith, Gala, Red Delicious and Fuji for this reason
- Greek yogurt – other plain yogurt like Turkish yogurt, and other natural, unsweetened yogurts work great as well
How to make the best Apple Banana Smoothie
- Place banana and apple pieces in a high-powered blender with the water. Cover and mix for 1-2 minutes.
- Make sure there are no chunks left of the apple, if there are – mix again. It should be completely smooth.
- Add the yogurt, cover, and mix again for 15-30 seconds
- Check the consistency, then pour into a glass and serve immediately
Tips & tricks
- Always mix fruits first, without adding too much liquid – this is the best way to get a really smooth smoothie without any chunky pieces
- To avoid the apple giving a gritty feel make sure the banana, apple and water are all well mixed without any chunks left before adding the yogurt
- Freeze bananas to use for smoothies – peel and chop them and place in small bags or containers for easy use in all your smoothies. Ensures an ice cold smoothie and is a great way to take care of bananas going bad!
- Make it colder by using frozen banana or mixing in a few ice cubes after the fruit but before the yogurt
- Store leftovers in the fridge – it’s best served immediately, but it’s fine to drink it the day after as well
Looking for more tips? Check out this post all about how to make healthy smoothies.
Recipe FAQ
Do apple and banana go well together?
Yes, apple and banana go great together. The taste of the sweet and creamy banana balances perfectly with the sweet and tart apple.
Can you blend an apple?
Yes! Apples blend really well – especially some types like Aroma, Granny Smith, Gala, Red Delicious and Fuji.
Do you peel apples for smoothies?
I recommend peeling apples for smoothies as the skin can impact the texture negatively and make it a bit gritty. If you do keep the peel you will however get even more nutrients. Just wash the apple well first.
Is banana good in smoothies?
Bananas are great in smoothies as they make them really smooth and creamy while also adding some sweetness.
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Recipe
Apple Banana Smoothie
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Servings:
1
smoothie
Calories:
261
kcal
Cook time:
5
mins
Active cooking time
5
minutes
Total time:
5
minutes
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Ingredients
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1
banana
peeled and in pieces
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1
apple
peeled, core removed, cut in pieces
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¼
cup
water
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½
cup
Greek yogurt
or other natural unsweetened yogurt
Instructions
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Place the banana and apple pieces in a high-powered blender and pour in the water. Cover and mix for 1-2 minutes, until completely smooth with no chunks left.
1 banana,
1 apple,
¼ cup water
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Add the yogurt and mix for another 15-30 seconds. Pour into a large glass and serve immediately!
½ cup Greek yogurt
Equipment needed for this recipe
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High-powered blender*
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Kitchen knife*
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Potato peeler or pairing knife*
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Notes
Ingredient notes
- Banana – a really ripe one is best, fresh or frozen
- Apple – some kinds blend better than others, I like Aroma, Granny Smith, Gala, Red Delicious and Fuji for this reason
Tips & tricks
- Always mix fruits first, without adding too much liquid – this is the best way to get a really smooth smoothie without any chunky pieces
- To avoid the apple giving a gritty feel make sure the banana, apple and water are all well mixed without any chunks left before adding the yogurt
- Freeze bananas to use for smoothies – peel and chop them and place in small bags or containers for easy use in all your smoothies. Ensures an ice cold smoothie and is a great way to take care of bananas going bad!
- Make it colder by using frozen banana or mixing in a few ice cubes after the fruit but before the yogurt
- Store leftovers in the fridge – it’s best served immediately, but it’s fine to drink it the day after as well
Nutrition
Calories:
261
kcal
|
Carbohydrates:
56
g
|
Protein:
12
g
|
Fat:
1
g
|
Saturated Fat:
1
g
|
Polyunsaturated Fat:
1
g
|
Monounsaturated Fat:
1
g
|
Trans Fat:
1
g
|
Cholesterol:
5
mg
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Sodium:
42
mg
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Potassium:
758
mg
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Fiber:
7
g
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Sugar:
37
g
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Vitamin A:
178
IU
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Vitamin C:
19
mg
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Calcium:
130
mg
|
Iron:
1
mg
Nutritional information is approximate and automatically calculated, and should only be viewed as an indication.
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