Banana Cream Pie Smoothie

Submitted by mj Sergent

"A higher-fiber alternative to plain milk, this smoothie doubles as a smart breakfast or a milk shake-like treat. One serving of the smoothie contains 315 milligrams of calcium, roughly the same amount as a glass of milk. Freeze and store extra bananas in zip-top plastic bags so you can whip up this smoothie in a flash."

 

• Ready In: 10mins
• Ingredients: 8
• Yields: 2 cups
• Serves: 2

ingredients

• 1 cup sliced ripe banana (about 1 large)
• 1 cup low-fat vanilla yogurt
• 1⁄2 cup 1% low-fat milk
• 2 tablespoons whole wheat honey graham crackers, crumbs (about 1/2 cookie sheet)
• 1 tablespoon nonfat dry milk powder
• 1⁄2 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 3 ice cubes (about 1/4 cup)
• graham cracker crumbs

directions

1. Arrange banana slices in a single layer on a baking sheet, and freeze until firm (about 1 hour).
2. Place frozen banana and remaining ingredients in a blender. Process until smooth. Sprinkle with graham cracker crumbs. Serve immediately.