Greek Yogurt Honey Smoothie
Why this recipe works
- Thick, creamy texture: Greek yoghurt and ripe banana give the smoothie body, while milk loosens it enough to drink.
- Naturally balanced sweetness: Honey sweetens the yoghurt’s tang without making the smoothie taste heavy.
- Ready in minutes: Everything is blended cold, so there is no cooking or chilling time beyond having the ingredients ready.
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Ingredient notes
- Use a ripe banana: A ripe banana blends more smoothly and adds natural sweetness, reducing the need for extra honey.
- Go lightly with cinnamon: A small pinch gives warmth; too much can make the smoothie taste dry or dusty.
- Adjust after blending: Taste once smooth, then add a little more honey only if the yoghurt or banana needs it.
Texture tips
- For a thicker smoothie: Use well-chilled Greek yoghurt and milk, and serve straight away before the mixture loosens.
- For a smoother finish: Blend until completely even, stopping to scrape down the blender if banana or yoghurt catches on the sides.
- For a looser drink: Blend a little longer to aerate the mixture, or add a small splash more milk if needed.
Make-ahead tips
- Best served immediately: The smoothie is thickest and freshest just after blending.
- If storing briefly: Keep it in a sealed bottle in the fridge and shake very well before serving, as it may thicken and separate slightly.
Dietary alternatives
- Dairy-free option: Use a thick plant-based yoghurt and a creamy unsweetened plant milk; the flavour and body will vary.
- Vegan option: Use plant-based yoghurt and milk, then replace the honey with a vegan liquid sweetener to taste.
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Ingredients
Instructions
- Peel the banana and break it into pieces. Add the Greek yogurt, whole milk, banana, honey, vanilla extract and ground cinnamon to a blender.
- Blend for 30 to 60 seconds until thick and completely smooth, scraping down once if needed. If you want it looser, blend a little longer to aerate it.
- Taste and adjust with a little more honey if you like it sweeter. Pour into 2 glasses and serve straight away.
Recipe notes
Tips
- For an extra-thick texture, use very cold Greek yogurt and milk so the smoothie stays creamy as you blend.
- Keep the cinnamon to a small pinch so it adds warmth without making the smoothie taste dusty.
Substitutions
- Replace Whole milk with Kefir for a tangier, drinkable smoothie.
- Replace Vanilla extract with Ground cinnamon for a more spiced finish (use 0.25 tsp instead of a pinch).
Storage
- Refrigerate up to 1 days
- Best enjoyed immediately. If storing, refrigerate in a sealed bottle for up to 1 day and shake very well before serving; it will thicken and separate slightly.
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Recipe overview
- Servings: 2 glasses
- Total time: 7min (7min active)
- Difficulty: Easy
- Cuisine: Greek
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