🍊 Creamy Orange Banana Smoothie

Prep time: 5 minutes | Servings: 1

1 large orange: Peeled and segmented (remove seeds if necessary).
1 frozen banana: Using a frozen banana gives it that thick, milkshake-like texture seen in the photo.
1/2 cup Greek yogurt: Plain or vanilla works best for creaminess.
1/4 cup Milk of choice: (Dairy, almond, or oat milk) to help it blend.
1/2 tsp Vanilla extract: This gives it that “creamsicle” flavor.
Optional: A drizzle of honey or maple syrup if you prefer it sweeter.

Prep the fruit: Peel the orange and break it into segments. If you don’t have a frozen banana, use a fresh one and add 1/2 cup of ice to the blender.
Layer the blender: Add the liquid (milk) first, followed by the yogurt, then the orange segments and banana. Putting liquids in first helps the blades spin more easily.
Blend: Start on a low speed and gradually increase to high. Blend for about 45–60 seconds until completely smooth and frothy.
Taste test: Give it a quick sip. If it’s too thick, add a splash more milk. If you want it sweeter, add your sweetener of choice and pulse again.
Serve: Pour into a tall glass, grab a glass straw like the one in your photo, and enjoy immediately!

Freeze your bananas: Whenever your bananas get spotty, peel them, break them in half, and store them in a freezer bag. They make smoothies much creamier than ice does.
Zest it up: For an extra punch of orange flavor, grate a little bit of the orange zest into the blender before you juice or peel the fruit.