Savor the smooth and sweet taste of our banana milkshake, a delightful combination of ripe bananas and luscious vanilla ice cream that offers a deliciously indulgent treat for your sweet tooth.
Banana Milkshake Ingredients
The base of this recipe is simple but smart: ripe bananas for natural sweetness and body, vanilla ice cream for that luscious, scoop-shop texture, and just the right splash of milk to keep it moving in the blender without watering it down.
The result? A thick, velvety milkshake that tastes like bananas should—not artificial, not muddled—just sweet, mellow, and fresh.
Toppings That Actually Work
- Wafer cookies for a bit of crunch and a nod to banana pudding
- Warm fudge sauce – because warm and cold together is amazing
- A fresh banana slice or two on the rim
- Whipped cream and a maraschino cherry for an old fashioned presentation
Tips for Ripe Banana Sweetness
Look for bananas with brown spots. That’s where the magic is. They’re sweeter, softer, and blend like a dream. Avoid green or firm bananas—they’ll give you a starchy flavor and chunkier texture, which isn’t the vibe.
If your bananas are ripe but you’re not ready to make the shake just yet, slice and freeze them. Bonus: this also makes your milkshake colder without relying on ice, which can water it down.
What Makes Our Method Stand Out
Bananas first. Starting with banana slices at the bottom of the blender helps them break down quickly and evenly, giving the shake its signature creamy base. It also makes it easier to incorporate the other ingredients.
Don’t over-blend. You’re aiming for a smooth pour—not banana soup. Over-blending can introduce too much air or heat, which makes the shake too thin and watery.
Chill your glasses. This little move buys you time. A cold glass keeps your shake thick and frosty for longer—especially helpful if you’re adding whipped cream or toppings.
Storage Considerations
Banana milkshakes are at their best right after blending—cold, thick, and silky smooth. Once stored, even for a few hours, the texture starts to thin out, and the banana can oxidize and dull the flavor (and color).
If you absolutely need to make it ahead, you can refrigerate it in a sealed jar for a few hours or freeze it and re-blend. But honestly? It’s one of those treats that’s worth making fresh.
Our best banana milkshake is a creamy, sweet, and refreshing treat that’s perfect for any occasion. Its classic flavor, made from ripe bananas and rich vanilla ice cream, is always a favorite.
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- Cookies and Cream Ice Cream
- Red Velvet Ice Cream
- Ice Cream Dessert
- Cookie Dough Ice Cream Cake
Banana Milkshake
Ingredients
- 2 ripe bananas, peeled and sliced
- 2 cups vanilla ice cream
- ½ cup milk
Optional Toppings
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream, whipped
- maraschino cherry
- hot fudge sauce
- Banana or vanilla wafer cookies
Instructions
- Place two tall glasses into the freezer to chill while you make the milkshake. This will help keep the milkshake cold and prevent it from melting quickly.
- Place the sliced bananas, ice cream, and milk in a blender.
- Blend the ingredients on high speed until smooth and creamy.
- Pour the milkshake into glasses.
Notes
- Ripe bananas are sweeter and will give your milkshake a better flavor. You can tell a banana is ripe when it has brown spots on the skin.
- Adding the banana to the blender first will make it easier to blend and incorporate the other ingredients.
- Be careful not to over-blend, as this can make your milkshake too thin and watery.
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