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Banana Bread Smoothie

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This protein-packed, delicious drinkable breakfast or snack is an ideal choice for those busy days when you're on the go.

Nutrition Facts

Banana Bread Smoothie
CaloriesCalories
203 Per Serving
ProteinProtein
11g Per Serving
FiberFiber
4g Per Serving

Ingredients

Servings  2   Serving Size   1 1/4 cups

  • 2 medium bananas, peeled and sliced
  • 1 1/2 cups ice cubes
  • 3/4 cup fat-free plain Greek yogurt
  • 1/4 cup fat-free milk
  • 2 tablespoons rolled oats
  • 2 teaspoons pure maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon and (optional) pinch of ground cinnamon (for garnish), divided use
  • 1 tablespoon finely chopped unsalted pecans or walnuts (optional)

Directions

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  1. In a food processor or blender, process the bananas, ice cubes, yogurt, milk, oats, maple syrup, vanilla, and 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon until smooth. 
  2. Pour into 2 glasses. Garnish with the chopped pecans and the remaining pinch of cinnamon. Serve immediately. 

Keep it Healthy: Greek yogurt typically contains only half the sodium of regular yogurt. 

Keep it Healthy: For a smoothie with more fiber, increase the amount of oats to 1/2 cup. 

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