This classic banana milkshake is ultra-creamy, simple to make, and needs only three ingredients. With just a blender, vanilla ice cream, milk, and ripe bananas, you can make a rich, smooth milkshake in minutes.
Homemade milkshakes are more economical and customizable than store-bought versions. This banana milkshake takes less than 10 minutes to prepare and pairs perfectly with a juicy cheeseburger — the contrast of a salty, greasy burger with a cool, creamy shake is hard to beat.
Ingredient Notes
- Bananas – Use fresh or frozen bananas. Frozen bananas will make the shake thicker and colder.
- Ice cream – Vanilla ice cream provides the classic flavor. For a lighter option, choose a low-sugar or lower-fat vanilla ice cream.
- Milk – Whole milk gives extra creaminess, but skim milk or unsweetened plant milks work fine. Avoid powdered milk for best texture.
Top Tips
- If you prefer a less-sweet shake, use slightly underripe bananas that are not green or hard.
- Adding a pinch of salt and a spoonful of peanut butter can balance and reduce perceived sweetness while adding depth of flavor.
- Finish the shake with optional toppings: whipped cream, chopped nuts, sprinkles, caramel, or chocolate sauce.
- A high-powered blender yields the smoothest texture.
- For an extra-thick milkshake, use frozen banana slices or add more ice cream and reduce the milk.
Can I Make This Ahead Of Time?
It’s best to serve this milkshake immediately after blending. Letting it sit causes it to warm and lose thickness, so prepare and enjoy it right away for the best flavor and texture.
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Creamy Banana Milkshake
Equipment
- Blender
Ingredients
- 2 1/2 cups vanilla ice cream (about 6 large scoops)
- 2 bananas (use frozen for extra thickness)
- 1/4 cup whole milk
Instructions
- Place the ice cream, bananas, and milk into a blender.
- Blend until completely smooth, adjusting milk for desired thickness.
- Pour into glasses, top with sliced banana and whipped cream if desired, and serve immediately.
Notes
- Choose ripe bananas for natural sweetness; use firmer, slightly underripe bananas if you prefer less sweetness.
- A pinch of salt and a spoonful of peanut butter can reduce sweetness and add flavor complexity.
- Top with whipped cream, nuts, sprinkles, caramel, or chocolate sauce as desired.
- A high-powered blender gives the smoothest result.
- Frozen bananas produce a thicker, colder shake without diluting flavor.
Nutrition
Carbohydrates: 67 g |
Protein: 8 g |
Fat: 20 g |
Sugar: 51 g
Nutrition information is an estimate and should be used as a guideline.