Pineapple Banana Smoothie

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This high protein pineapple banana smoothie is a creamy, tropical breakfast that comes together in just 15 minutes. Greek yogurt gives it 17 grams of protein to keep you full through the morning, and frozen fruit makes it thick and milkshake-like without any added sugar. Just five simple ingredients in a blender and you have a breakfast that actually tastes as good as it makes you feel.

Why This Recipe Works

• Frozen fruit creates a thick, milkshake-like texture without needing ice or watering down the flavor with liquid.
• Greek yogurt delivers 13 grams of protein per cup while keeping the smoothie rich and creamy.
• Blending frozen pineapple and banana together eliminates any need for added thickeners or ice cubes.
• Honey adds just enough sweetness to balance the natural tartness of pineapple without overpowering the tropical flavor.

Ingredients

• Banana. Frozen banana provides natural sweetness and creates that thick, creamy texture when blended. It is the backbone of this smoothie body.
• Frozen pineapple. Frozen pineapple brings the tropical flavor and a dense, smooth consistency that makes this drink feel like a dessert.
• Whole-milk plain Greek yogurt. This is what makes the smoothie genuinely high protein with 13 grams per cup, while also adding a rich mouthfeel that non-fat versions just cannot match.
• Honey. A touch of honey rounds out the natural tartness of pineapple and adds a hint of floral sweetness without any artificial ingredients.
• Milk. Milk is only needed if the blender struggles with all the frozen fruit. Add it slowly, one tablespoon at a time, so you do not water down the flavor.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• This high protein pineapple banana smoothie comes together in under 15 minutes with zero chopping or prep work if you already have frozen fruit on hand.
• 17 grams of protein from Greek yogurt keeps you full through the morning without any chalky aftertaste.
• The tropical flavor combination of pineapple and banana hits different when everything is frozen solid.
• Five ingredients max, and most of them are probably already in your freezer or fridge right now.
• It blends smooth in one pass with no gritty bits or chunks, even if you are not using a high-end blender.
• Easy to customize with extra protein powder, spinach, or different fruit depending on what you have available.

What To Serve This Recipe With

• High protein toast with peanut butter
• Greek yogurt parfait with granola
• Overnight oats with berries
• Hard-boiled eggs for extra protein
• A simple green salad with vinaigrette

Recipe Variations

• Dairy-free version. Swap the Greek yogurt for a coconut or almond-based yogurt to keep this completely dairy-free while still maintaining a creamy texture.
• Green smoothie upgrade. Toss in a handful of fresh spinach before blending. You will not taste it with the pineapple and banana, but you get extra nutrients for free.
• Double protein boost. Add a scoop of vanilla protein powder to the blender for an extra 20 grams without throwing off the tropical flavor profile.
• Tropical twist. Swap half the banana for frozen mango or add a few chunks of frozen coconut meat for a different island vibe.

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FAQs

Equipment Needed

• High-Speed Blender
• Measuring Cups and Spoons
• Spatula for Scraping Sides

Recipe

Pineapple Banana Smoothie

This creamy, tropical smoothie packs 17g of protein thanks to whole-milk Greek yogurt, making it a filling and refreshing breakfast or snack that comes together in just 10 minutes.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Total Time 10 minutes mins

Servings: 1 servings

Course: Drinks

Cuisine: Other world cuisine

Calories: 380

Ingredients Method Video Notes

Ingredients

  

• 1 large banana frozen
• 1 cup pineapple frozen
• 1 cup plain whole-milk greek yogurt
• 1 tablespoon honey
• Milk if too thick

Directions

 

1. If using fresh fruit, cut your banana and pineapple into small pieces and place in a zip lock bag or bowl in the freezer for 2-3 hours. If using already frozen fruit, proceed with step 2.
2. Take out your frozen fruit and add all of your ingredients into a high-powered blender or food processor.
3. Blend until smooth. Scrap down the sides if necessary. If necessary, slowly add a small amount of milk to help the ingredients blend together.
4. Pour your blended mixture into a glass
5. Serve immediately.

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Notes

For an extra thick smoothie, use frozen Greek yogurt instead of fresh. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days and shake well before re-blending.

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