See how easy it is to make an almond milk smoothie with only 4 ingredients. It’s a filling drink that’s ready in just 5 minutes.
Recipe Highlights
- A healthy drink, this almond milk smoothie takes just 5 minutes to make in a blender.
- Almond milk and almond butter give this smoothie a delicious nutty flavor.
- The creamy texture comes from frozen bananas, a classic smoothie ingredient.
- Make this smoothie when you’re looking for a filling and satisfying snack.
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Ingredient Notes
- Unsweetened almond milk: For the healthiest option, use unsweetened almond milk instead of regular almond milk.
- Almond butter: Choose an almond butter without sugar or salt. The most nutritious version will have roasted almonds as the only ingredient.
- Medjool date: A natural sweetener that adds depth of flavor to smoothies.
- Frozen bananas: The mildly sweet flavor of bananas works well with nutty flavors. Avoid using fresh bananas, which will make your smoothie too watery.
For full ingredients and detailed instructions, please see the recipe card at the bottom of the post.
Variations
Seeds: For a stronger nutty flavor, add 1 tablespoon of seeds. Examples include chia seeds, hemp seeds, and flax seed. Seeds will also add more plant-based protein and healthy fats to your smoothie.
Protein powder: Protein powder and collagen powder are healthy add-ins. Use whey or plant-based protein powder for workout recovery and collagen powder for skin health. Both powders will thicken the smoothie and make it more filling.
Leafy greens: To make a green almond milk smoothie, add a handful of kale or spinach to this recipe. These ingredients are packed with antioxidants, fiber, and vitamins. Load the leafy greens after the almond butter and before the frozen bananas.
Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1: Pour almond milk into the blender. Add almond butter and Medjool date.
To avoid air pockets and a smooth blend, always add liquids in first.
Step 2: Add frozen bananas.
Step 3: Blend until smooth. Begin on low speed, then increase to high.
Step 4: Pour smoothie into a cup. Serve immediately.
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Blender Tips
Add ingredients into the blender in the proper order.
The way you load ingredients will determine the texture and quality of your smoothie. Always start with the liquid base and liquid add-ins, then follow with powder or creamy add-ins. Next, add the leafy greens, fruit, and frozen fruit or ice.
Use a tamper tool.
Push the ingredients toward the blades with a tamper tool (with the lid on) while the blender in running. This will ensure smooth blending.
Increase the speed slowly.
Don’t run your blender on high speed immediately. Start on low, then increase to high after the time listed in the recipe.
Expert Tips
- Slice the bananas into coins before freezing them. Never put a whole frozen banana in your blender, as this can damage the blades and motor.
- Choose bananas that are yellow with some dark spots. This means the bananas are ripe and have the best flavor.
- If you prefer less sweet smoothies, skip the date syrup.
- Add a splash of milk if your smoothie is too thick, then blend for another 10 seconds.
- For the best flavor and texture, drink your smoothie as soon as you make it. If needed, refrigerate leftovers in an airtight jar and consume within 2 days.
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Almond Milk Smoothie
INGREDIENTS
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 1 Medjool date
- 2 tablespoons almond butter
- 1 ½ frozen bananas (sliced)
INSTRUCTIONS
- Put unsweetened almond milk, Medjool date, almond butter, and frozen sliced bananas into a blender. Secure lid.Place ingredients into the blender in the order listed.
- Blend until smooth.Start the blender on LOW speed for 10 seconds. Increase speed to HIGH for a full minute.
- Pour smoothie into a cup. Serve immediately.
EQUIPMENT
NOTES
- Choose an almond butter without sugar or salt. The most nutritious version will have roasted almonds as the only ingredient.
- Slice the bananas into coins before freezing them. Never put a whole frozen banana in your blender, as this can damage the blades.
- Choose bananas that are yellow with some dark spots. This means the bananas are ripe and have the best flavor.
- If you prefer less sweet smoothies, skip the date syrup.
- Add a splash of milk if your smoothie is too thick, then blend for another 10 seconds.
- For the best flavor and texture, drink your smoothie as soon as you make it. If needed, refrigerate leftovers in an airtight jar and consume within 2 days.