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Vanilla Almond Smoothie - Creamy, Nutty, and Naturally Sweet

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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup unsweetened almond milk (or your favorite milk)
  • 1 frozen banana (sliced; adds thickness and natural sweetness)
  • 2 tablespoons almond butter (or 1/4 cup soaked raw almonds)
  • 1–2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract (to taste)
  • 1–2 teaspoons maple syrup or honey (optional, for extra sweetness)
  • 1 tablespoon chia seeds or ground flaxseed (optional, for fiber and omega-3s)
  • A pinch of cinnamon (optional, for warmth and depth)
  • 3–5 ice cubes (optional, for a colder, thicker texture)
  • A tiny pinch of sea salt (optional, to enhance flavor)

Method
 

  1. Prep your banana: Peel, slice, and freeze ripe bananas ahead of time. This gives the smoothie a creamy, frosty body without needing much ice.
  2. Add liquids first: Pour almond milk into the blender. Starting with liquid helps the blades catch everything smoothly.
  3. Add the main flavors: Drop in the frozen banana, almond butter (or soaked almonds), vanilla extract, and a tiny pinch of salt if using.
  4. Boost nutrition: Add chia or ground flaxseed and cinnamon, if you like. These are optional but add fiber and a subtle flavor lift.
  5. Adjust sweetness: Taste your banana. If it’s not sweet enough, add a teaspoon of maple syrup or honey. You can always add more later.
  6. Blend until silky: Start low, then increase speed to high for about 30–45 seconds. Add ice if you want it extra cold or thicker, then blend again.
  7. Check and tweak: Too thick? Add a splash more almond milk. Too thin? Add a few more banana slices or an extra ice cube.
  8. Serve right away: Pour into a chilled glass. Garnish with a sprinkle of cinnamon or a few almond slices if you want a little flair.