Quick Banana Milkshake (Ice Cream Free) Recipe
Ingredients
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- 3 ice cubes
- 1 cup milk
- 1 banana
- 1 tablespoon white sugar (or to taste)
- 1 pinch ground cinnamon
Directions
Follow these easy steps to create your perfect smoothie:
- Gather all ingredients.
- Place ice cubes, milk, banana, sugar, and cinnamon in a blender.
- Blend until smooth and creamy.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
| Nutrition Facts | Amount Per Serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 139 | |
| Total Fat | 3g | 3% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 8% |
| Cholesterol | 10mg | 3% |
| Sodium | 52mg | 2% |
| Total Carbohydrate | 26g | 9% |
| Dietary Fiber | 2g | 6% |
| Total Sugars | 19g | |
| Protein | 5g | 9% |
| Vitamin C | 5mg | 6% |
| Calcium | 152mg | 12% |
| Iron | 0mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 397mg | 8% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Comments
Holiday Baker
10/06/2025 01:52:54 PM
I thought this was pretty yummy. I have lost count how many recipes I have made for mock shakes and ice creams using bananas, so I followed this recipe exactly to see how it would turn out. Only change I made was using one large frozen banana. Honestly, even with the ice cubes I think the word "frozen" might be missing in the recipe. I have never tried one of these types of recipes without it calling for the banana to be frozen. That is what makes it cold, thick, and creamy like a milkshake or soft serve like drink. Was tasty this morning. Thanks
Misha Cruz
08/31/2018 02:43:12 AM
Used 1.5 frozen bananas, almond milk, cinnamon, omitted the ice and sugar altogether, and added hemp & flax seed. Threw all the ingredients in my nutri-ninja and voila— something quick and nutritious to satisfy my sweet tooth. Super easy, flexible and yummy! Will be making this all the time
Trish Kirkman
02/02/2020 11:47:44 PM
I ended up adding two bananas and a little bit more cinnamon. I used almond milk instead and monkfruit for the sweetener. My kids loved it
Sarah Jo
02/06/2013 12:25:20 PM
I made this a lighter banana milkshake by using Truvia instead of sugar. I used a frozen banana and omitted the ice. Delicious!
Nikki James-Brown
02/22/2017 08:04:41 PM
I make a version of this quite often, I freeze my bananas so I don't have to add ice that tend to water it down. I use 2 frozen bananas a dash of cinnamon a half a teaspoon agave syrup in place of the sugar, Half cup almond milk. It's my favorite go to since becoming lactose intolerant!
Sumaiya
05/14/2020 12:59:39 PM
Added vanilla essence and dates and skipped the sugar and cinnamon. Turned out great, my parents loved it.
LALA
02/20/2017 10:49:10 PM
Good base. I added 1/2 avocado Scoop of powdered peanut butter Substituted nut milk *cashew, or almond -unsweetened. Does not need added sugar as banana is sweet.
Michele Anderson
08/28/2019 11:54:54 PM
Love this recipe, used frozen banana instead of adding ice, and only 1/2 a cup of milk, yum!
Paula
01/24/2014 01:58:55 PM
I love recipes like this because I can adapt them so easily. I used almond milk, a frozen banana with no added ice, and Truvia instead of sugar. A quick low-cal pick-me-up snack for the afternoon.
LoftyRibs4404
08/31/2024 08:37:52 PM
Love Love this!!! Now my banana was very ripe that I used but still great! I also used 1 tbls Splenda instead of sugar. So Delicious!!! I can’t wait to try this with fresh strawberries! Did not even miss ice cream! Guessed at amount of ice! Love this!!! Thanks!!!
MsInes2025
06/20/2013 11:35:12 AM
Que deliciosa!! Me encanto..super facil de preparar y los ingredientes son sencillos y baratos. No se necesita anadir el helado, que fue una cosa que nos encanto, porque no queriamos las calorias extras. Fue suficiente para nosotras dos ( mi hija la compartio conmigo,) y sobro un poco mas. Al final decidi anadirle una media cucharadita de mantequilla de mani, y me gusto aun mas. Esta receta la vamos a incluir en nuestro menu de desayunos para este (2013) verano. Thanks..it was awesome. Will do it again, and again.
Leona
09/01/2025 08:54:00 PM
I love banana soothies
Mia.C
08/22/2025 10:55:28 PM
It's pretty good, needed more cinnamon but easy and pretty good!
KeenSalad6341
05/29/2025 07:53:55 PM
taste incredible, this is a great recipe
HappyScone7447
11/27/2024 01:06:00 PM
Perfect, refreshing and delicious! I actually used a teaspoon of condensed milk instead of sugar and omitted the cinnamon. Yum!
TastyBroth6443
11/14/2024 12:50:53 AM
4.5 star little bit small the servings are.
SunnyCurd6315
09/06/2024 02:49:30 AM
Most informative, I looked it up & made it for the in-laws, it was the only thing I could make without going to the store
Betty Lewis
08/24/2024 11:40:34 PM
Such a comforting and homey dish.
YellowBoard4657
12/10/2023 10:44:49 PM
Very tasty with a smooth texture, i will definitely recommend to friends and family as i did not have ice-cream which i thought would be a problem but i was intrigued to find that it tastes just as good when its made like this! So thank you!
TrendyTaco7792
06/27/2023 06:18:35 PM
refreshing and just the perfect combo!