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Make this creamy apple banana smoothie with just 3 ingredients for a great morning treat or afternoon snack. Naturally sweetened with just fruit this is a quick & delicious way to make a healthy choice.
When fall rolls around I always find myself wanting to buy all. the. apples. So I generally do - thinking I'm going to be making all kinds of apple pies and apple muffins. But most of them just end up sitting there. That's when this recipe comes in handy. A delicious smoothie with apple - an easy way to use up apples, and a delicious snack to beat the afternoon slump.
Why you will love this recipe
- It's quick & easy - just 5 minutes including a tiny bit of prep
- It's so tasty - with sweet fruit balanced by acidic yogurt
- It's so creamy - no gritty apple pieces here, when you follow my tips below
- It's a great healthy choice - just fruit & yogurt, that's it
What you need to make it
Ingredient notes & substitutions
- Banana - a really ripe one is best, fresh or frozen
- Apple - some kinds blend better than others, I like Aroma, Granny Smith, Gala, Red Delicious and Fuji for this reason
- Greek yogurt - similar yogurts like Turkish yogurt, and other natural, unsweetened yogurts work great as well
How to make it
- Place banana and apple pieces in a high-powered blender and pour in the water. Cover and mix for 1-2 minutes.
- Make sure there are no chunks left of the apple, if there are - mix again. It should be completely smooth.
- Add the yogurt, cover, and mix again for 15-30 seconds
- Check the consistency then pour into a glass and serve immediately
Tips & tricks
- Always mix fruits first, without adding too much liquid - this is the best way to get a really smooth smoothie without any chunky pieces
- To avoid the apple giving a gritty feel make sure the banana, apple and water are all well mixed without any chunks left before adding the yogurt
- Freeze bananas to use for smoothies - peel and chop them and place in small bags or containers for easy use in all your smoothies. Ensures an ice cold smoothie and is a great way to take care of bananas going bad!
- Make it colder by using frozen banana or mixing in a few ice cubes after the fruit but before the yogurt
Looking for more tips? Check out this post all about how to make healthy smoothies.
Recipe FAQ
Yes! Apples blend really well - especially some types like Aroma, Granny Smith, Gala, Red Delicious and Fuji.
I prefer to peel my apples for smoothies as the skin can impact the texture negatively and make it a bit gritty. If you do keep the peel you will however get even more nutrients, just wash the apple well first.
Bananas are great in smoothies as they make them really smooth and creamy while also adding some sweetness.
More healthy smoothie recipes
Love quick, delicious, healthy smoothies - like this apple banana smoothie? Then I think you will love these!
- Strawberry Banana Smoothie
- Strawberry Mango Smoothie
- Green Mango Smoothie with Ginger [Vegan]
- Broccoli Smoothie with Carrot & Pineapple [Vegan]
- Chocolate Peanut Butter Smoothie with Spinach [Vegan]
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Apple Banana Smoothie
Print RateIngredients
- 1 banana peeled and in pieces
- 1 apple peeled, core removed, cut in pieces
- ½ dl water
- 1 dl Greek yogurt or other natural unsweetened yogurt
Instructions
- Place the banan and apple pieces in a high-powered blender and pour in the water. Cover and mix for 1-2 minutes, until completely smooth with no chunks left.
- Add the yogurt and mix for another 15-30 seconds. Pour into a large glass and serve immediately!
Equipment needed for this recipe
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Notes
Ingredient notes
- Banana - a really ripe one is best, fresh or frozen
- Apple - some kinds blend better than others, I like Aroma, Granny Smith, Gala, Red Delicious and Fuji for this reason
Tips & tricks
- Always mix fruits first, without adding too much liquid - this is the best way to get a really smooth smoothie without any chunky pieces
- To avoid the apple giving a gritty feel make sure the banana, apple and water are all well mixed without any chunks left before adding the yogurt
- Make it colder by using frozen banana or mixing in a few ice cubes after the fruit but before the yogurt
Nutrition
Nutritional information is approximate and automatically calculated, and should only be viewed as an indication.
Carrie Robinson
I am loving this flavor combo for a smoothie! Yum! 🙂
Beth
This sounds so delicious and yummy! I can't wait to give this a try!
Chichi
This is rich and creamy smoothie recipe. Bananas and apples go well together.
Shadi Hasanzadenemati
I have everything I need for this dish, can’t wait to make it this weekend!
Sue
I love that bananas are the star of this smoothie, they're usually just in the background...looks scrumptious!
Emmeline Kemperyd
That's so true! They're the "always the bridesmaid..." of fruits 😉 But not anymore!