Try this Banana Honey Smoothie recipe, or contribute your own.
- Carbohydrate 6.69436500037435 g
- Cholesterol 0.3675 mg
- Fat 0.1728175 g
- Fiber 0.615718727525767 g
- Protein 0.581980625001363 g
- Saturated Fat 0.087682 g
- Serving Size 1 1 min (31g)
- Sodium 4.56587500001817 mg
- Sugar 6.07864627284858 g
- Trans Fat 0.031568 g
- Calories 28 calories
Step-by-step
- Put the bananas and soy milk in a blender.
- Add the honey and yogurt, blend until get frothy.
Most cooks overload the blender jar immediately, which crowds the blades and leaves large chunks of unblended fruit floating in the liquid. Proper technique requires loading liquids first, followed by softer dairy ingredients, and dense solids last. This sequence allows the vortex to pull ingredients downward efficiently without stalling the motor. When scaling this formulation up or down for different yields, maintain the ratio of two parts liquid base to one part solid fruit by weight to preserve the intended viscosity.
Achieving the correct consistency depends on mechanical aeration rather than chemical leavening. Blending at high speed introduces air bubbles into the proteins supplied by the soy milk and yogurt, creating a stable foam that reads as frothy on the palate. Adding ice or extra frozen components will rupture these delicate air pockets and introduce excess water, destroying the creamy mouthfeel and diluting the natural sweetness of the honey.
Soy milk contains functional plant proteins that emulsify well when agitated vigorously. Using ultra-chilled dairy and produce items keeps the internal temperature below 40 degrees Fahrenheit during processing, which firms the cellular walls of the bananas and yields a thicker drink. Room-temperature components fail to trap air effectively, resulting in a thin, watery separation within minutes of pouring.
Consume this beverage immediately upon preparation for optimal flavor and texture. Holding the mixture in refrigeration causes the banana starches to oxidize and turn gray while separating from the liquid phase. If storage is unavoidable, press a sheet of plastic wrap directly against the surface to limit oxygen exposure, though the emulsion will degrade within two hours.
