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Vanilla Bean Smoothie Mocktail

Vanilla Bean Smoothie Mocktail Recipe
A creamy, refreshing mocktail packed with real vanilla bean, milk, frozen banana, and yogurt. Naturally sweet and alcohol-free, perfect for a cool treat or breakfast on a hot day.
John
Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Serving Size 2 glasses

Equipment

  • Blender
  • Sharp knife
  • Spoon
  • Measuring cups
  • Measuring spoons
  • Glass or jar
  • Straw
  • Small bowl
  • Rubber spatula

Ingredients

  • 1 vanilla bean split and seeds scraped out
  • 1 cup milk dairy or non-dairy
  • 1 frozen banana
  • 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup plain or vanilla yogurt
  • ice cubes as needed for texture
  • 1 tablespoon cacao nibs optional, for topping
  • pinch of salt

Instructions

  • Split vanilla bean and scrape out seeds.
  • Add milk, frozen banana, honey or maple syrup, vanilla bean seeds, and vanilla extract to blender.
  • Add yogurt, pinch of salt, and ice cubes for texture.
  • Blend on high until smooth and creamy, pausing to scrape down sides as needed.
  • Pour into glass or jar. Sprinkle with cacao nibs if desired. Serve immediately with a straw.

Notes

Use ripe, frozen banana for natural sweetness and creaminess. For dairy-free, choose plant-based milk and yogurt. Add more vanilla extract for stronger vanilla flavor. Adjust milk amount for desired thickness.