Banana Blueberry Coconut Smoothie (Printable Version)

A creamy blend of banana, blueberries, and coconut milk. Ready in 5 minutes for a refreshing breakfast or snack.

# Ingredient List:

→ Fruits

01 - 1 large ripe banana, peeled
02 - 1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries

→ Liquids

03 - 1 cup coconut milk, unsweetened or sweetened as preferred
04 - 1/2 cup coconut water or plain water

→ Add-Ins

05 - 2 teaspoons chia seeds
06 - 1 tablespoon unsweetened shredded coconut
07 - 1-2 teaspoons maple syrup or honey, to taste
08 - 1/2 cup ice cubes

# How to Make It:

01 - Place banana, blueberries, coconut milk, coconut water, chia seeds, shredded coconut, and sweetener (if using) into blender canister.
02 - Add ice cubes for extra chill and thicker consistency, if desired.
03 - Blend on high speed until completely smooth and creamy, stopping to scrape down sides of blender as needed.
04 - Test smoothie and blend in additional sweetener if more sweetness is preferred.
05 - Divide evenly between two glasses and serve immediately while cold.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The combination of creamy coconut and sweet blueberries tastes like a vacation without leaving your kitchen
  • It comes together in literally five minutes which makes it perfect for chaotic mornings or afternoon slumps
02 -
  • Frozen bananas transform this from a thin drink into something with real body and creaminess
  • Blending chia seeds whole is fine but they gel up if the smoothie sits making it thicker over time
03 -
  • Add liquid first then powders then frozen fruit to help your blender run smoothly
  • Start on low speed then gradually increase to high to prevent air pockets from forming

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