Beverages > Smoothies

French Vanilla Smoothie Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 cup vanilla yogurt
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/2 cup ice cubes
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 banana, sliced

Special equipment needed:
- Blender

Step-by-step instructions:
1. Add all ingredients to a blender.
2. Blend until smooth and creamy.
3. Pour into a glass and serve immediately.


- Time:
Preparation time: 5 minutes
- Cooking time: 0 minutes
Temperature:
- Serve chilled
Serving size:
- Makes 2 servings

Nutritional information:
- Calories: 200
- Fat: 2g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Protein: 7g
- Sugar: 32g

Substitutions for ingredients:
- Greek yogurt can be substituted for vanilla yogurt.
- Almond milk or soy milk can be substituted for regular milk.
- Maple syrup can be substituted for honey.

Variations:
- Add a handful of spinach for a green smoothie.
- Add a scoop of protein powder for an extra boost.
- Use frozen bananas instead of ice cubes for a thicker smoothie.

Tips and tricks:
- Use ripe bananas for a sweeter smoothie.
- Adjust the amount of honey to your desired sweetness.
- Add more ice cubes for a thicker smoothie.

Storage instructions:
- Best served immediately.

Reheating instructions:
- Not applicable.

Presentation ideas:
- Serve in a tall glass with a straw.

Garnishes:
- Sprinkle with cinnamon or cocoa powder.

Pairings:
- Serve with a slice of toast or a muffin for breakfast.

Suggested side dishes:
- Fresh fruit or a small salad.

Troubleshooting advice:
- If the smoothie is too thick, add more milk.
- If the smoothie is too thin, add more ice cubes.

Food safety advice:
- Make sure all ingredients are fresh and properly stored.

Food history:
- Smoothies originated in the 1930s in California.

Flavor profiles:
- Sweet, creamy, and vanilla-flavored.

Serving suggestions:
- Serve as a breakfast or snack.

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Taste: Creamy, Sweet, Vanilla, Refreshing