Gingerbread Banana Smoothie (Printable)
Creamy blend of gingerbread spices and ripe bananas for a warm, flavorful morning drink.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Produce
01 - 2 ripe bananas, peeled and sliced
02 - 1 teaspoon freshly grated ginger or 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
→ Dairy or Alternatives
03 - 1 cup milk (dairy or unsweetened almond milk)
04 - 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt or plant-based yogurt
→ Spices & Sweeteners
05 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
06 - 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
07 - 1/8 teaspoon ground cloves
08 - 1 tablespoon maple syrup or honey
09 - 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
→ Optional Toppings
10 - Crushed gingersnap cookies
11 - Whipped cream
# How to Prepare:
01 - Place bananas, ginger, milk, yogurt, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, maple syrup, and vanilla extract into a blender.
02 - Blend all ingredients until the mixture is completely smooth and creamy.
03 - Taste the smoothie and adjust sweetness or spice according to preference.
04 - Pour into two glasses, topping with whipped cream and crushed gingersnap cookies if desired. Serve immediately.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- It tastes indulgent like dessert but slips into breakfast without apology.
- Five minutes from kitchen to glass means even rushed mornings feel intentional.
- The spices warm you from the inside on days when you need it most.
02 -
- Fresh ginger makes this unmistakably better than ground alone—I learned this the hard way after making pale, forgettable versions.
- Frozen bananas thicken the smoothie beautifully, but they need a few extra seconds to blend, so don't panic if it feels stubborn at first.
- The spices should taste balanced, not sharp; start conservative and taste before doubling down.
03 -
- Chill your glass in the freezer for two minutes while you blend—it keeps the smoothie cold and delicious longer.
- If your ginger is tough, grate it finely so it blends completely and doesn't leave fibrous bits in your drink.