See how easy it is to make an almond milk smoothie with only 4 ingredients. It’s a filling, nutritious drink that’s ready in just 5 minutes.
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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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Almond Milk Smoothie Health Benefits
Supports Heart Health
The almond butter in this smoothie contains healthy unsaturated fats, fiber, and compounds called plant sterols.
These nutrients can protect your heart by reducing high cholesterol, a risk factor for heart disease.
Reduces Hunger
Drinking this smoothie can decrease hunger between meals.
Almond butter and bananas contain fiber, a nutrient that’s slowly digested by the body.
The slow digestion will keep you satisfied and full for a long time.
Promotes Healthy Digestion
Fiber, which is found in this smoothie, is also essential for proper digestion.
Without enough fiber, your body will have a harder time passing regular bowel movements.
Contains Antioxidants
Bananas are an excellent source of antioxidants, including vitamin C, vitamin E, and flavonoids.
Antioxidants protect your cells from the damaging effects of free radicals.
Over time, this can reduce the risk of chronic disease like cancer and type 2 diabetes.
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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.
Step-by-Step Instructions
For full ingredients and instructions, scroll down to the recipe.
- Pour almond milk into the blender.
For the smoothest blend, start with the liquid ingredients. - Add Medjool date.
- Add almond butter.
- Add frozen bananas.
- Blend until smooth.
Begin on low speed, then increase to high. - Pour smoothie into a cup. Serve immediately.
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Optional Add-Ins
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.
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.
Questions You May Have
Almond milk is a great dairy-free option for smoothies. It’s creamy and delicious with many types of ingredients.
In smoothies, almond milk works well with many fruits. Examples include bananas, peaches, blueberries, and strawberries.
If you want a thicker smoothie, you can add a few ice cubes. Avoid adding too much, which can dilute the smoothie. Always use ice cubes in combination with frozen fruit.
It depends on your nutritional goals and needs. Almond milk is lactose-free and low in saturated fat, but it contains less protein than cow’s milk. Alternatively, cow’s milk contains more protein.
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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.