Description
A creamy and nutritious Vanilla Cinnamon Banana Smoothie made with frozen bananas, almond butter, vanilla almond milk, and a hint of cinnamon. Enhanced with flax seeds and collagen protein powder, this smoothie is perfect for a healthy breakfast or snack that’s both delicious and satisfying.
Ingredients
Scale
Fruits
- 2 bananas, frozen
Liquids
- 1 1/2 cups unsweetened vanilla almond milk
Nut Butters and Seeds
- 4 tablespoons almond butter (Costco Almond Butter recommended)
- 1 teaspoon whole flax seed
Flavorings
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Protein
- 1 scoop unflavored collagen protein powder
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: Gather 2 frozen bananas, almond butter, vanilla almond milk, cinnamon, vanilla extract, whole flax seed, and collagen protein powder to ensure all ingredients are ready for blending.
- Combine in Blender: Add all ingredients into a blender, including the frozen bananas, almond butter, unsweetened vanilla almond milk, cinnamon, vanilla extract, flax seeds, and collagen protein powder.
- Blend Until Smooth: Blend the ingredients on high speed until the mixture is completely smooth and creamy, ensuring there are no chunks of banana or seeds left.
- Serve: Pour the smoothie into glasses and enjoy immediately for the best flavor and texture.
Notes
- Use frozen bananas to achieve a naturally thick and creamy texture without needing ice.
- Almond butter adds healthy fats and creaminess; choose a natural, unsweetened variety for best results.
- Unsweetened vanilla almond milk keeps the smoothie dairy-free and low calorie.
- Add flax seeds for extra fiber and omega-3 fatty acids.
- Collagen protein powder boosts protein content and supports skin and joint health.
- If you prefer a sweeter smoothie, add a touch of honey or maple syrup, but the bananas usually provide enough sweetness.
- This smoothie is best consumed fresh but can be refrigerated for up to 24 hours; stir before drinking.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Smoothie
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 smoothie (approx. 12 oz)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: vanilla cinnamon smoothie, banana smoothie, almond butter smoothie, healthy smoothie, collagen protein shake, flax seed smoothie