Strawberry Banana Smoothie with Yogurt

Classic strawberry banana smoothies are the BEST… especially when it comes to these hot summer months.

It’s great first thing in the morning for a breakfast on-the-go. Or as a snack after a good workout.

And honestly, this creamy smoothie reminds me of a longtime childhood favorite of mine—strawberry milk.  (Did you love that stuff, too?)

The key to the silky texture is positioning your frozen and fresh ingredients relative to the blade so you get the optimal blend.

Why You’ll Love This Smoothie

• This healthy drink is FULL of fresh strawberry and banana flavor.
• It’s ultra creamy thanks to a unique blending technique.
• It’s ready in a pinch: 5 minutes flat from start to finish!
• Easy to prep ahead of time. Simply freeze all of the ingredients except for the milk and blend when ready to eat!

Ingredients

For the exact measurements and detailed instructions, please see the recipe card below.

• Strawberries. Frozen is the best type to use since it will help chill and thicken the drink. However, you can also freeze fresh strawberries. Look for a sale at your local grocery store.
• Bananas. If using frozen strawberries, it’s best if you use a room-temperature, ripe banana. Its softer texture will enable the smoothie to blend up more easily when mixed with frozen strawberries.
• Yogurt. Plain or vanilla yogurt is recommended for this recipe. If you are vegan or avoid dairy, opt for a coconut milk or almond milk yogurt alternative. Plain Greek yogurt is the perfect way to add in some protein, as well.
• Milk. Regular dairy like whole milk, or almond, cashew, coconut, oat, or soy milks will all work equally well in this recipe.
• Sweetener. If you want to add a touch of sweetness, honey, agave nectar, or pure maple syrup work great. A granulated sugar is also an option. However, if your strawberries are already pretty sweet, you may not need this!

How to Make a Strawberry Banana Smoothie?

Please see the recipe card below for more detailed ingredient amounts. Jump to recipe for the printable instructions.

1. Freeze fresh strawberries

If you have a lot of fresh strawberries you can always freeze your own. Then use them to add to your smoothie later! (You can also just skip to step 2 and use previously frozen strawberries!)

In order to prevent the strawberries from sticking together, follow these steps for freezing fresh strawberries:

1. Rinse and dry fresh strawberries. You don’t want extra moisture as it will cause them to stick!
2. Prepare the fruit. Remove the stems and if you want, and cut berries into 1-inch pieces for recipes. You can also leave them whole once the stems are taken off.
3. Place fresh strawberries on a wax or parchment paper-lined baking sheet in a single layer. Freeze for at least 3-4 hours or up to overnight.
4. Store strawberries in a gallon-sized Ziploc bag. These can be kept in the freezer for up to 6 months.

2. Combine Ingredients

When making a smoothie recipe at home, there are a few ways you can blend it together. You need a high-powered blender. Here are the pros and cons of each method:

• High-speed individual blender such as a Nutribullet. This option makes for super easy clean-up, but is best for just 1-2 servings.
• Large high-speed blender such as a Vitamix. Best for making a large batch, but calls for more cleanup.
• 6 cup+ food processor such as a Cuisinart Food Processor. A last resort since it does not blend up the smoothie as easily, but it will get the job done.

Add all of the smoothie ingredients to the bowl or pitcher. Be sure to place softer ingredients closer to the blades for the best results.

3. Blend It Up

Blend for 1-2 minutes. If the blades aren’t catching everything, you might need to add a little bit more milk.

Keep running the blender until you get the perfect smooth and creamy consistency. Use less liquid if you like a thick texture in your fruit smoothie.

Up the Nutrition with these Add-Ins

Serve with a sliced strawberry and a straw.

If you want to change up this strawberry smoothie recipe a little bit, you can also try these additions:

• Blueberries, pineapples, or mangoes. Fresh or frozen will both work great. If frozen, you may need to add more milk.
• Spinach. For added fiber and nutrients. While this will add a green color to your smoothie, it won’t change the taste.
• Nut butters. This boosts the flavor and the little extra fat will keep you full.
• Fish oil, oats, spices, or protein powder. Mix in anything else to add more flavor or nutrients.
• Chia seeds or flax seeds. Adds some extra health benefits, like fiber.
• Scoop of protein powder. It makes for a thicker smoothie and keeps you full for longer.

Meal Prepping a Smoothie

Measure out the frozen fruit and yogurt and place them in a freezer-safe bag. Store the bags for up to 3-4 months in freezer. Let it sit out at room for 30 minutes so the ingredients can thaw, add your liquid of choice (milk in this case!) then blend and serve.

Are strawberry smoothies healthy?

Yes, strawberry banana smoothies are healthy! Both strawberries and bananas have beneficial nutrients, like calcium and vitamin C. And, by using healthier milk, yogurt, and sweetener options you can keep this smoothie lower in calories and sugar but still get that creamy texture. 

Learn more about how healthy smoothies are!

What does a strawberry banana smoothie contain?

Strawberry banana smoothies contain frozen strawberries, bananas, yogurt, milk and a sweetener. A strawberry banana smoothie typically has anywhere between 200-300 calories per 8-10 oz. serving. This particular recipe comes in at 244 calories per serving. It’s a great way to get in healthy nutrients and enjoy a delicious smoothie.

Do you need milk in a smoothie?

While you do need a liquid in a smoothie, you don’t have to use milk. The beauty of smoothies is how versatile they are. Depending on the flavor, you can use milk, orange juice, water, coffee, or anything else you have on hand.

Other Frozen Fruit Smoothies

Fruit smoothies can be an easy and healthy breakfast or a satisfying snack. These other flavors are so delicious.

• Strawberry Kiwi Smoothie
• Peach Banana Smoothie
• Mixed Berry Smoothie
• Spinach Fruit Smoothie
• Pineapple Coconut Smoothie
• Spinach Fruit Smoothie
• Chocolate Peanut Butter Banana Smoothie