🍊 Creamy Orange Banana Smoothie
Prep time: 5 minutes | Servings: 2
Ingredients
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2 large oranges: Peeled and deseeded (or 1 cup of fresh orange juice).
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1 frozen banana: Sliced (frozen makes it extra creamy like the photo).
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1/2 cup Greek yogurt: Plain or vanilla (provides that thick texture).
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1/2 cup Milk of choice: Almond, oat, or dairy work well.
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1 tsp Honey or Maple syrup: Optional, depending on fruit sweetness.
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Fresh Mint leaves: For garnish.
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Ice: A small handful if your fruit isn’t frozen.
Instructions
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Prep the Fruit: Peel your oranges and remove as much of the white pith as possible to avoid bitterness. Break the banana into chunks.
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Combine: Add the oranges, banana, yogurt, and milk into a high-speed blender.
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Blend: Start on a low speed and gradually increase to high. Blend for about 45–60 seconds until the texture is completely smooth and velvety.
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Adjust: Taste the smoothie. if you want it sweeter, add your liquid sweetener. If it’s too thick, splash in a little more milk or orange juice.
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Serve: Pour into glass jars, garnish with a sprig of fresh mint and a slice of orange, and enjoy immediately!
Pro Tips for the Best Texture
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The “Frosty” Look: For that thick, milkshake-like consistency seen in your image, always use a frozen banana.
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Avoid Bitterness: If you are blending whole oranges instead of juice, make sure to remove any seeds, as they can add a sharp, unpleasant flavor when pulverized.