Description
Enjoy a creamy banana milkshake made with ripe bananas, vanilla ice cream, and a touch of vanilla extract. This refreshing treat is perfect for hot days or as a delightful dessert to share with friends!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ripe bananas
- 2 cups vanilla ice cream
- 1 cup milk (whole or 2% for creaminess)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Whipped cream (for topping)
- Chocolate syrup (optional, for drizzling)
- Maraschino cherries (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Choose two ripe bananas with a few brown spots for optimal sweetness.
- Peel the bananas and slice them into smaller pieces for easier blending.
- Measure out the vanilla ice cream, milk, and vanilla extract.
- In a blender, add the sliced bananas.
- Scoop in the two cups of vanilla ice cream.
- Add one cup of milk. Adjust the amount for desired thickness.
- Pour in the teaspoon of vanilla extract.
- Blend on high speed for 30-45 seconds until smooth and creamy.
- Taste the milkshake and add more banana or sweetener if desired, then blend again.
- Drizzle chocolate syrup inside your glasses for a decorative touch.
- Pour the milkshake into the prepared glasses, filling them about three-quarters full.
- Add whipped cream generously on top.
- Drizzle chocolate syrup over the whipped cream and add a maraschino cherry if desired.
- Serve with straws and enjoy your delicious banana milkshake right away!
Notes
- For a creamier texture, use frozen bananas.
- Experiment with flavors by adding peanut butter or chocolate chips.
- Adjust thickness by adding more milk or ice cream as needed.
- For a meal replacement, consider adding protein powder or oats.
- Store any leftovers in the freezer and let sit out before blending again.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes