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    Home » Recipes » Smoothies

    Healthy Banana Breakfast Smoothie

    Published: Aug 2, 2021 || Last updated: Oct 11, 2021 by Farrukh Aziz

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    Made with just a handful of staple grocery items, this healthy Muesli Banana Breakfast Smoothie is easy to make and a real treat to drink. This kid-friendly breakfast may taste like dessert, but is packed with fiber and protein to keep you full. This recipe is perfect for busy mornings; it is a refreshing, light meal on the go!

    Two tall clear glasses filled with healthy banana breakfast smoothie mix and topped with cinnamon

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    • Why You Should Try This Smoothie Recipe
    • Ingredients
    • How to Make a Healthy Breakfast Smoothie
    • FAQs
    • Expert Tips
    • Add-ins & Variations
    • More Smoothie Inspiration
    • 📖 Recipe

    Why You Should Try This Smoothie Recipe

    Start your day on a healthy note with this yummy banana breakfast smoothie! Made with just a handful of ingredients that you probably already have on hand, this is a simple, drinkable meal that is perfect for the busiest of mornings.

    While it might taste like a milkshake, this banana smoothie is actually quite healthy. Milk adds protein, yogurt adds a dose of probiotics and museli is packed with fiber.

    Not only is this muesli smoothie tasty, it's also nice and filling due to the high fiber and protein content. It's great to take as a grab-and-go breakfast on the run, or as a light meal after a hard workout.

    This breakfast smoothie is also completely kid approved. Who wouldn't want a breakfast milkshake?!?

    As an added bonus, this naturally gluten free drink can easily be made vegan. Simply swap in your favorite plant based milk and yogurt for a guilt-free treat.

    Are you ready to blend up more meals just like this one? Try some of my other favorite smoothie recipes for your breakfast: Peach Smoothie, Fruit Smoothie Bowl, Spinach Avocado Smoothie.

    Ingredients

    This simple and healthy breakfast smoothie requires just a few ingredients, most of which you probably already have in the pantry. Here's everything you'll need:

    ingredients for making healthy breakfast smoothies measured out into bowls on a table
    • Frozen Bananas - There's something magical about frozen bananas; when blended they turn into a creamy purée that is incredibly similar to ice cream. This yummy smoothie has a milkshake like consistency because of them. Feel free to add in other fruits, but keep the bananas if you want a creamy mouthfeel.
    • Muesli - This is essentially an unbaked, unsweetened granola. If you don't have any muesli on hand, feel free to swap in rolled oats and a few tablespoons of dried fruit like raisins or apricots.
    • Milk - Dairy or plant-based milks will both do well here. Choose your favorite, or use whatever you keep on hand.
    • Yogurt - To keep this smoothie nice and healthy, be sure to choose an unsweetened yogurt. I used plain greek yogurt, but any plant-based version will work just as well.
    • Cinnamon - Cinnamon and oats go together like peas and carrots. While this is technically an optional ingredient, I love the warmth and depth it adds to the finished product.
    • Vanilla - Just a dab of vanilla extract has a way of turning this healthy breakfast smoothie into something that tastes anything but. If you have it on hand, do yourself a favor and add it.
    • Honey - While honey is my personal sweetener of choice, you can easily swap in maple syrup, date syrup or agave nectar instead.

    How to Make a Healthy Breakfast Smoothie

    This lightning fast drinkable breakfast recipe is so simple, it feels silly to write out the "recipe."

    Place all the ingredients in a high-speed blender...

    ingredients for breakfast smoothie added to base of blender

    ...and blend until smooth. That's it!

    blended breakfast smoothie in blender pitcher

    Pour in serving glasses and enjoy immediately.

    If you're feeling fancy, try garnishing it with a sprinkle of additional cinnamon, a teaspoon or two of muesli and a few slices of banana. This is, of course, completely optional.

    hand holding glass of banana breakfast smoothie

    FAQs

    Are breakfast smoothies good for you?

    While not all smoothies are created equally, this particular breakfast smoothie is pretty darn healthy. Just be sure to opt for unsweetened yogurt and unsweetened milk to keep the sugar in check. Please note that I always recommend you speak with a licensed professional for any dietary advice.

    What can I add to breakfast smoothies instead of muesli?

    Muesli is generally made from raw rolled oats and sweetened only with dried fruits. As such, feel free to swap in an equal amount of rolled oats and a tablespoon or two of dried fruit like raisins, dates, figs or apricots. You can also opt to substitute ground flax meal if you prefer.

    How to make this breakfast smoothies vegan?

    Simply opt for dairy free milk and yogurt substitutes, and use maple syrup, date syrup or agave nectar instead of honey.

    healthy banana breakfast smoothies topped with sliced banana, muesli and dusted with cinnamon

    Expert Tips

    This simple breakfast smoothie is a breeze to make, especially if you follow these easy tips:

    • Use frozen fruit. For the best, thickest, creamiest consistency, I recommend using frozen bananas. Simply peel the fruit and cut into bite sized portions. Freeze overnight on a tray, then pop into a zip-top bag for longer term storage.
    • Opt for a high powered blender. While it is an investment upfront, I highly suggest you splurge on a good quality blender to make your life easier. Vitamix, Nutribullet, and Ninja are all reputable brands to consider.
    • Drink immediately. As with most smoothies, this banana muesli number is best enjoyed straight from the blender. Keep in an insulated cup if you plan on sipping it slowly; this will preserve the creamy, frozen appeal. Otherwise, any leftovers can be poured into popsicle molds for a healthy frozen treat. Try layering in some whole muesli for a bit of texture in your popsicles!

    Add-ins & Variations

    I love this healthy breakfast smoothie just the way it is, but per usual, there are a ton of ways to customize it to your liking. Here are a few ideas to get your creative juices flowing:

    • Add more fruit. Try changing up the flavor by adding in frozen apples, berries, cherries, mangoes or kiwis.
    • Turn to protein. If you want to stay fuller for longer, try adding in a scoop of your favorite protein powder or a tablespoon or two of your favorite nut or seed butter.
    • Change up your liquids. I love the creamy, milkshake quality that milk and yogurt give this smoothie, but you can feel free to shake things up a bit. Try swapping in some coffee for the milk to give yourself a caffeinated kick, or opt for fruit juice instead.
    • Make it a bowl. While I'm a big fan of drinkable meals on busy mornings, this can easily be turned into a more leisurely meal. Simply reduce the liquid to make a thicker mix. Enjoy your smoothie as a bowl, topped with fruit, granola, nuts, seeds or your favorite toppings.

    More Smoothie Inspiration

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      Blueberry Smoothie
    • two tall collins glasses filled with yogurt mango smoothie and topped with fresh mango
      Mango Smoothie
    • two tall clear collins glasses filled with strawberry smoothie and garnished with fresh strawberry slices
      Strawberry Smoothie
    • Pineapple Mango Smoothie

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    healthy muesli banana breakfast smoothies topped with sliced banana, muesli and dusted with cinnamon
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    Healthy Breakfast Smoothie Recipe

    Made with just a handful of staple grocery items, this healthy Breakfast Banana Muesli Smoothie is easy to make and a real treat to drink. This kid-friendly breakfast may taste like dessert, but is packed with fiber and protein to keep you full. This recipe is perfect for busy mornings; it is a refreshing, light meal on the go!
    Course Breakfast, Drinks
    Cuisine American
    Diet Gluten Free
    Prep Time 3 minutes
    Cook Time 0 minutes
    Total Time 3 minutes
    Servings 2 large smoothies
    Calories 274kcal
    Author Farrukh Aziz

    Ingredients
     

    • 1 cup Low Fat Milk
    • ¾ cup Low Fat Yogurt
    • ¼ cup Muesli
    • 2 medium Bananas (sliced and frozen)
    • ½ teaspoon Ground Cinnamon
    • 2 teaspoons Pure Maple Syrup or Honey
    • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
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    Instructions

    • Place all the ingredients in a high-speed blender and blend until smooth.
    • Pour in serving glasses and enjoy immediately.

    Notes

    • Use frozen fruit. For the best, thickest, creamiest consistency, I recommend using frozen bananas. Simply peel the fruit and cut into bite sized portions. Freeze overnight on a tray, then pop into a zip-top bag for longer term storage.
    • Opt for a high powered blender. While it is an investment upfront, I highly suggest you splurge on a good quality blender to make your life easier. Vitamix, Nutribullet, and Ninja are all reputable brands to consider.
    • Drink immediately. As with most smoothies, this banana muesli number is best enjoyed straight from the blender. Keep in an insulated cup if you plan on sipping it slowly; this will preserve the creamy, frozen appeal. Otherwise, any leftovers can be poured into popsicle molds for a healthy frozen treat. Try layering in some whole muesli for a bit of texture in your popsicles!

    Nutrition

    Calories: 274kcal | Carbohydrates: 53g | Protein: 11g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 11mg | Sodium: 143mg | Potassium: 887mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 35g | Vitamin A: 413IU | Vitamin C: 11mg | Calcium: 334mg | Iron: 1mg
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