Matcha Banana Smoothie (Printer-friendly)

Vibrant matcha and banana blended with almond milk and maple syrup for a creamy, energizing vegan green drink.

# What You'll Need:

→ Smoothie Base

01 - 2 teaspoons matcha green tea powder
02 - 1 medium ripe banana
03 - 1 cup chilled unsweetened almond milk
04 - 1 tablespoon maple syrup or agave nectar
05 - 1/2 cup ice cubes

→ Optional Add-ins

06 - 1/2 cup coconut yogurt (for vegan version) or Greek yogurt
07 - 1 teaspoon chia seeds
08 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

# How To Make It:

01 - Add the matcha powder, banana, almond milk, maple syrup or agave nectar, and ice cubes into the blender.
02 - Incorporate any optional add-ins such as coconut yogurt, chia seeds, or vanilla extract for enhanced flavor and nutrition.
03 - Blend on high speed until the mixture is completely smooth and creamy, approximately 30 to 60 seconds.
04 - Taste the smoothie and adjust sweetness as needed by adding more maple syrup or agave nectar.
05 - Pour the finished smoothie into two glasses and serve right away for the best texture and flavor.

# Expert Hints:

01 -
  • The earthy bitterness of matcha balanced by banana and maple syrup creates a flavor that feels indulgent but never heavy.
  • It takes exactly five minutes from cabinet to glass, which is faster than waiting in any cafe line.
02 -
  • Matcha clumps stubbornly if it hits liquid without agitation, so always blend longer than you think is necessary.
  • A frozen banana transforms this from a good smoothie into something closer to soft serve, and once you try it that way you will never go back.
03 -
  • Break the banana into chunks before freezing so your blender does not struggle with a solid block first thing in the morning.
  • Layer the matcha powder closest to the blades and the ice on top to help the blender pull everything down into a smooth vortex.

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