Blueberry Banana Smoothies – Healthy, easy, and quick to prepare, it’s a refreshing treat after a morning run or an afternoon in the hot sun.
Do you like blueberries? I do! And I hope to find some this year when they’re in season and get them into the freezer for those months when fresh blueberries are beyond the reach of my wallet. My family loves them too – just look for the blue lips and teeth after snacking on a bowl of these blue morsels – especially the frozen ones. Fresh or frozen, it doesn’t matter. They’ll eat them. Who wouldn’t? Blueberries are sweet, juicy and packed with fiber, vitamin C, and antioxidants. All that definitely makes them a healthy snack choice – and a great smoothie starter too!
In fact, this Blueberry Banana Smoothie is a family favorite for a morning breakfast or afternoon snack. Healthy, easy, and quick to prepare it’s a refreshing treat after a morning run or an afternoon in the hot sun.
How to make this Blueberry Banana Smoothie
- Prep ahead and freeze some bananas. Anytime you have some bananas that are a little too ripe for you, go ahead and freeze them for your smoothies. Just peel, cut or break into chunks, toss them into a freezer bag, seal, and freeze.
- Put the frozen bananas into a blender, add a little milk and blend it together. I have a 1000 watt Ninja blender that works great for this.
- Now add the frozen blueberries (frozen wild blueberries are my favorite), Greek yogurt, and honey – along with more milk if needed. Blend it all together and you have a blueberry banana smoothie!
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Blueberry-Banana Smoothies
Ingredients
- 2 bananas cut into 2 in. chunks and frozen
- 1/2 c. skim milk
- 2 1/4 c. frozen blueberries
- 1 Tbsp. honey
- 1/2 c. Greek yogurt
Instructions
- Place frozen banana chunks and 1/4 c. skim milk into blender and blend until only a few small chunks remain.
- Add blueberries, honey, Greek yogurt, and remaining milk. Blend again until smooth or desired consistency, scraping sides occasionally.
- Pour into glasses, top with a few more berries and serve!
- Makes about 3 c.
This post updated with new photos May 14, 2019.
This sounds like a delicious recipe.
I am stopping by from MissionalWomen.Com. We were blessed to link up after you at Teach Me Tuesdays
Thank you so much for stopping by!
I’m addicted to banana smoothies. The blueberry one looks good. Thanks for sharing at A Humble Bumble 🙂
I’ve never tried banana by itself in a smoothie. I may have to do that. Thanks for visiting and for the link party at A Humble Bumble!
Stopping by from Whatsits Wednesdays. Our family loves smoothies. We will definitely have to try this recipe! Your blog and photos are beautiful. Thank you for sharing. Cheers, ~Katie
Thank you, Katie! Nice of you to stop by. 🙂
Hi Marie, following your link from A Humble Bumble blog hop. This recipe looks delicious! Thanks for sharing.
Thank you, Cindra! Glad you visited. 🙂
This recipe sounds so awesome! I have been looking for other smoothie recipes with blueberries because I love them too and so does my 14 month old. I already pinned this for future reference! 🙂 Found your blog from the Friday Follow Along Party blog hop. Would love for you to stop by and link up to my Get Fit Friday Blog Hop too. All posts healthy living related are a go! Well, Marie, it has been a pleasure viewing your site. Happy Friday to you! <3
Thank you for the invite Brittnei. I’ll be sure to visit and link up to your blog hop. Thanks for visiting here too!
Those look wonderful–wish I had one right now!
–Gena
Thanks, Gena!
I was just talking to my son about making smoothies soon for the summer and this sounds great and we have the ingredients, except the greek yogurt. Do you think regular yogurt would work as well? Thanks for sharing at the Friday Follow Along and I plan on enjoying one of these smoothies soon! http://www.leahinspired.com
Leah – you could certainly use regular yogurt. I would just use plain and maybe reduce the milk slightly since it’s not as thick as Greek yogurt. Regular yogurt has a bit less protein than Greek, but that shouldn’t affect the flavor much. Hope you enjoy it and thanks for stopping by!
Yum! I am a huge fan of smoothies, and I love the tip of using frozen fruit instead of adding ice. Thanks for linking up at Pin It Thursday- you were featured this week!
Hello this looks like a great recipe! But just one question, how many does this recipe serve? Thanks heaps!
Hi Ruby – This made about 3 c. So I would say 3 to 4 depending on how much each person would like. Hope that helps! I updated it on the recipe too. Thank you for asking!
This looks To Die For! Totally pinned it from the pin it party!
I just followed your recipe! It was a big hit with my family! Thanks for sharing:)
So glad your family enjoyed it. Thanks for visiting!
Is there any substitute for honey? I don’t have any at home at the moment.
Hi Audrie – Taste it first and see if it’s sweet enough for you. If it is you’re good to go. If you’d like it a little sweeter you could add a little sugar. The honey is there mostly to add a little more sweetness to the smoothie if so desired. Hope that works for you. Thanks for stopping!
Sure thing, Marie! Thanks for replying!
I enjoy smoothies , but worry about packing on pounds !
I want to try eat healthier and let’s face it in today’s world it’s tough.
Special K cereal seems like eating air anymore . So need something quick, easy , satisfying, but NOT calorie building.
Any suggestions?
Hi Ronda – Smoothies can be a healthy choice for breakfast if you make them at home and limit the added sugar. Greek yogurt has more protein than regular yogurt and will help keep you full. The fruit provides all kinds of vitamins and minerals that you need. Is it breakfast ideas you’re looking for? If you’re looking for more general information: eat real food, avoiding processed food when you can, eat when you’re truly hungry and stop eating as soon as you feel full. Choose mostly plant based foods like vegetables and fruit, add in lean protein and dairy along with whole grains for a balanced diet. And you’re right, it can be tough to maintain a healthy diet. But with a little planning it’s doable.
VERY DELICOIOUS!!!!!!!!!
Yup. You just inspired me to buy and FREEZE a wack of blueberries while they are in season and crazy cheap! We always did at my home growing up, and now that I have a deep-freeze (and Breville blender) there is no excuse. I will bless you again in November I am sure. Thank you!!
Wonderful, Michelle! Let me know how they turn out!
I’ve made this smoothie 3 times in 2 weeks! It’s so yummy, well balanced, and easy to make. Thanks so much for posting.
So glad you enjoyed it!