Easy, Homemade Banana Milk (For One or Two)

Homemade Banana Milk is bursting with the flavor of fresh, sweet bananas. This easy, 4-ingredient recipe is perfect for one or two servings and so much better than store bought!

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What is Banana Milk?

Banana milk is a sweet, refreshing drink loved by kids and adults alike, made with just banana, milk, sugar, and water.

Why you’ll love this Homemade Banana Milk Recipe

• Yummy, sweet banana flavor
• Super quick and easy to make
• All natural ingredients with natural sweetness and no artificial flavors
• You can control the amount and type of sweetener added – if any!
• Kids and adults love it!
• The perfect recipe to use up overripe bananas and leftover milk
• Makes a great light breakfast or after-school snack

Banana Milk Ingredients

• Banana: use a ripe, well-speckled banana for the sweetest flavor
• Milk: You can use any type of milk, dairy or nondairy. For dairy you can use whole milk or skim milk. For a dairy-free beverage try oat milk, soy milk, almond milk, cashew milk, or coconut milk.
• Sweetener: For a little added sweetness you can add a spoon of sugar, honey, or maple syrup. For a sugar-free alternative, we like an erythritol sweetener like Lakanto.
• Water – A little water gives the banana milk the perfect consistency. If you prefer, you can use all milk. Using cold water keeps the milk cold and refreshing.

How to make banana milk

1. Combine bananas, milk, water, and sweetener (if using) in a blender and blend until smooth liquid
2. Pour into a glass and serve immediately. The banana will oxidize and darken in color the longer it sits

Banana Milk Tips:

• Use ripe, spotted bananas for the sweetest flavor.
• The combination of milk and water gives a silky texture.
• If you leave out the water and use only milk, you will have a banana smoothie with a thicker texture.
• Make sure the milk and water are cold. Banana milk tastes best when cold. If you want it even colder, serve it over ice cubes.
• Using frozen bananas will keep the drink colder, however it may thicken it somewhat.
• Use a high-speed blender for a smooth, creamy texture.
• If you don’t have a high-powered blender, you can strain the banana milk through a fine mesh strainer.
• Serve immediately – banana milk will start to separate and discolor quickly so make it just before you plan to drink it

Banana Milk for one or a crowd

This Banana Milk recipe has the perfect proportions for a tall glass or 2 smaller glasses. For more servings, it can easily be doubled or tripled.

Storing Homemade Banana Milk

It is best to drink the milk immediately as it will start to discolor and separate quickly. If you have to store it for later, you can refrigerate it in an airtight container for up to two days. Shake it well before drinking.

Korean Banana Milk – Banana Uyu

Banana flavored milk, a popular Korean drink, was first introduced in South Korea by Binggrae in 1974. At that time, bananas were an expensive commodity, and milk consumption was low among Koreans. The introduction of banana milk aimed to increase the consumption of milk by offering a delicious and affordable alternative to regular milk.

When banana flavoring was added to the dairy drink, it captured the attention of the South Korean public, resulting in its growing popularity. Today, binggrae banana milk has become a staple treat in South Korea, enjoyed by millions.

How to Make Korean Banana Milk Recipe

The recipe for Korean Banana Milk is the same as for this Easy, Homemade Banana Milk.

Variations:

• Chocolate Banana Milk – add a tablespoon of cocoa or a spoon or two of chocolate syrup. If using chocolate syrup, omit the sugar
• Strawberry Banana Milk – replace half of the banana with an equal volume of strawberries
• Banana Caramel Milk – replace the sweetener with a spoon of caramel sauce to taste.
• Spiced Banana Milk – Add a dash of cinnamon

FAQs

Is banana milk healthy?

Banana milk is a healthy option since it’s made from milk and banana with no added preservatives. It’s a good source of nutrition with potassium, calcium, protein, fiber, and vitamins. Using no sugar or an alternative sweetener makes it an even healthier option.

What kind of sweetener can I use?

We like sugar in our banana milk, or an erythritol sugar substitute like Lakanto because it doesn’t interfere with the pure taste of the bananas. You could also make it with honey, maple syrup, agave nectar, or any sweetener you prefer.

Can I make this banana milk vegan?

Yes, just use non-dairy milk for a vegan beverage.

What does banana milk taste like?

It tastes like sweet banana with a hint of vanilla

Where to buy banana milk?

Banana milk can be bought in supermarkets and grocery stores. Binggrae Korean original banana milk can be found in Korean and Asian grocery stores such as H-Mart and others.

More recipes for you to love:

• Banana milkshake
• Strawberry milk
• Pistachio Latte

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