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    Home / Drinks

    Banana Milkshake

    Last update: Feb 19, 2025 Published: May 4, 2023 by Fadela This post may contain affiliate links

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    If you love bananas, then you must try this super creamy and very tasty banana milkshake recipe as flavorful as my strawberry banana milkshake. You only need 3 ingredients to make this delicious drink to share with your family.

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    • Ingredients you need
    • How to make Banana Milkshake
    • Serving Suggestions
    • Tips for this recipe
    • Variations & Substitutions
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    • Banana Milkshake

    This banana milkshake recipe is perfect for all banana lovers, a creamy shake and fresh drink with a good taste of banana and vanilla ice cream with a topping of whipped cream for more deliciousness.

    Banana milkshakes are very easy to make at home and this basic recipe has only 3 basic ingredients, fresh or frozen banana, milk and ice cream and the perfect ratio to have a creamy and thick banana shake.

    Blend it all together in a powerful blender and you'll have an icy, thick and creamy drink with a creamy texture and delicious banana flavor.

    Ingredients you need

    You need these ingredients to make these banana shake:

    • Banana: Use ripe ones for more flavor and sweetness and you can also use frozen bananas to make this drink.
    • Ice cream: Vanilla ice cream is best or chocolate ice cream, strawberry ice cream you can also replace the ice cream with ice cubes.
    • Milk: Use dairy milk (semi-skimmed or whole milk) or vegetable milk such as almond milk, soy milk, coconut milk or oat milk. You can add more milk or less milk to get a thicker or thinner texture.
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    How to make Banana Milkshake

    Here are some quick visual instructions. Don't forget that full recipe instructions with exact ingredients can be found in the recipe card below!

    1. Place all ingredients, chopped fresh or frozen bananas, slightly softened ice cream scoops, and milk in a blender.
    2. Blend on high for 1-2 minutes until smooth and frothy.
    3. Serve the banana milkshake mixture in two large serving glasses or and add a whipped cream topping with sugar sprinkles, caramel sauce or chocolate shavings for decoration.
    4. Enjoy your banana milkshake cold!
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    blender bowl with banana milkshake mixture

    Serving Suggestions

    • Classic: Serve chilled in a tall glass with a straw.
    • Topped with Whipped Cream: Add a swirl of whipped cream on top.
    • Garnish with Fresh Fruit: Add banana slices or berries as a garnish.
    • Chocolate Drizzle: Drizzle chocolate syrup on top or inside the glass.
    • Sprinkles: Add colorful sprinkles for a fun touch.
    • Nutty Addition: Sprinkle with chopped nuts like almonds or walnuts.
    • Dessert Style: Serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a cookie on the side.
    banana milkshake in a glass jar

    Tips for this recipe

    • Use Ripe Bananas: The riper the bananas, the sweeter the shake.
    • Add Ice Cream: For a creamier texture, add a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
    • Chill Ingredients: Use cold milk and bananas for a refreshing drink.
    • Blend Well: Ensure all ingredients are thoroughly blended for a smooth consistency.
    • Flavor Boosters: Add a dash of cinnamon, vanilla extract, or a spoonful of peanut butter.

    Variations & Substitutions

    • Chocolate Banana Milkshake: Add chocolate syrup or cocoa powder for a rich chocolate flavor.
    • Strawberry Banana Milkshake: Blend in fresh strawberries for a fruity twist.
    • Peanut Butter Banana Milkshake: Add a spoonful of peanut butter for a creamy, nutty taste.
    • Coconut Banana Milkshake: Use coconut milk and add shredded coconut for a tropical flavor.
    • Espresso Banana Milkshake: Blend in a shot of espresso for a coffee kick.
    • Oreo Banana Milkshake: Add crushed Oreos for a cookies and cream variation.

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    banana milkshake with whipped cream

    I hope you love these easy banana shake. If you make it, be sure to leave a comment and a rating so I know how you liked it. Happy Baking!

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    • Author: Fadela
    • Total Time: 5 minutes
    • Yield: 2 glasses
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    Description

    Recipe for banana milkshake with a very creamy texture and very delicious taste for 2 large glasses.


    Ingredients

    • 2 Bananas - medium and ripe
    • 250 ml (1 cup) milk - dairy milk or vegetable drink, chilled
    • 4 scoops (1 cup) Vanilla ice cream - or ice cubes
    • Whipped cream and sprinkles for decoration

    Instructions

    1. Place all ingredients, chopped bananas, cold milk and scoops of vanilla ice cream in the blender bowl.
    2. Blend on high speed for 1-2 minutes until creamy and frothy without chunks.
    3. Serve the banana milkshake in two glasses and decorate with whipped cream and sugar sprinkles.
    4. Enjoy cold.

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    Notes

    Storage: Best used immediately or stored in the fridge.

    • Prep Time: 5 minutes
    • Category: drinks, milkshake
    • Cuisine: American

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