If y’all get hype over some classic southern banana pudding, then brace yourselves, ’cause this Banana Milkshake recipe is about to steal your heart, honey! We’re talking frosty bananas blending with pillowy soft whipped cream and a touch of vanilla pudding magic. This is about to be your new fave way to beat those sugar cravings. So grab your blender and get ready to whip up some pure deliciousness!
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Banana Pudding Milkshakes have arrived! Banana pudding is a classic flavor that’s perfect for a milkshake remix!! I wanted to make it in a way that would be incredibly easy to duplicate at home.
The only problem you may end up having is an overdose of potassium from having a banana pudding milkshake several times a week! It’s that good boos.
If you love all things banana pudding, check out this Banana Pudding Ice Cream, Classic Banana Pudding, these Banana Pudding Cheesecake Bars, and this Banana Pudding Tiramisu!!
Why You’ll Love This Banana Pudding Milkshake
- Tastes So Dang Good! The combination of bananas, whipped cream, and pudding is a winner.
- Easy to make! Simple ingredients and a one step recipe is all it takes to prepare a banana milkshake.
- Kid-friendly treat the whole family will love! Milkshakes are always a hit when served up for dessert or a treat.
- Great way to cool down! While you can certainly indulge in milkshakes any time of year, they’re especially delicious and refreshing in the summer.
Ingredients to Make a Banana Milkshake
All you need are five simple ingredients and a couple extras for garnish to make the best banana milkshake. Here’s a look at the highlights but you’ll find the full list and quantities in the recipe card.
- Bananas: Use frozen bananas cut into slices. This is what’s going to make the ice cream base for the milkshakes by pulsing them until they’re the perfect texture.
- Whipped topping: Such as Cool Whip, works perfectly to add some sweetness and more creaminess/
- Milk: Coconut milk or your favorite dairy option works best.
- Vanilla Instant Pudding: This recipe uses just the pudding mix, you won’t be mixing the pudding.
- Vanilla Extract: For a bit more warmth and natural sweet flavors.
- Whipped cream and vanilla wafers: These are completely optional but make the perfect garnish for a homemade banana pudding milkshake.
How to Make a Banana Milkshake
Making this banana recipe is so easy!
- Add the milk, whipped cream, pudding, and vanilla to a heavy duty blender. And blend until it’s all mixed to the consistency you want.
- Pour into a glass and garnish with whipped cream and vanilla wafers! Enjoy.
Tips for Making the Best Homemade Banana Milkshake
My goal was not only to create a deliciously banana pudding milkshake here. I wanted to also create something that could be ready in a flash boos.
- Freeze your bananas the night before! I usually have frozen banana slices in my freezer because I love to add them to smoothies so it helps that whenever I have a craving for this, it is ready to go!
- A heavy duty blender or food processor is key! Don’t try this with a regular blender. It simply won’t work as well. Frozen bananas take a lot to break down so you need a high quality appliance to do so and make the end result completely smooth.
- Adjust your milk! If you love super thick and creamy milkshakes, go lighter on the milk but if you want your milkshake thin, add more milk . You can adjust as you go along! Also feel free to use any milk you like from almond milk to coconut milk.
Popular Substitutions & Additions
The flavors in a banana milkshake are so versatile! You can add additional flavors and ingredients to it to turn it into anything you can dream of.
- Add Some Berries: They all work but take some inspiration from this Raspberry Banana Ice Cream for a combination of flavors!
- Peanut Butter: PB and bananas are a winning combination and you get the added bonus of adding some protein to your milkshake.
- Chocolate: For chocolate flavor you can add some cocoa powder to the blender or you can also sprinkle it with chocolate chips.
What to Serve with a Banana Pudding Milkshake
- Add Some Extra Toppings. Drizzle it with some caramel sauce or chocolate sauce, add a generous spoonful of homemade whipped cream, and sprinkle with nuts!
- Serve it up with homemade cookies such as these butter ricotta cookies for garnish.
- Burgers and Milkshakes! If you’re looking for serving up these togethers I highly recommend my bacon cheddar burgers or a chipotle black bean burger.
How to Store a Banana Milkshake
A banana milkshake is best enjoyed freshly made. If you can’t finish it all store it in the fridge for up to 24 hours and then blend again with some ice. Just note that the bananas may turn brown as they thaw out and your leftover milkshake might not be as creamy as when freshly made.
Can I freeze my homemade banana milkshake?
Yes, you can! Though I think it’s best enjoyed freshly made. Store the extra in a freezer-safe container in the freezer for up to three months. When ready to enjoy again, remove it from the fridge and let it thaw out slightly but not all the way. Return it to your blender and add a bit more milk to blend it up again.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, of course! You can use homemade whipped cream or store-bought. However, I don’t recommend using whipped cream in an aerosol can as it may not hold its consistency.
Yes, you can use your food processor. While a regular blender doesn’t work well to blend up the bananas, you can use a food processor to do the same thing. You may find it’s necessary to add a bit of milk to the bananas to help them blend up.
In this recipe the two variables you will adjust to make a thinner or thicker consistency are the bananas and the milk. If you want it thicker, simply add more bananas and for a thinner milkshake add more milk.
This Frozen Banana Milkshake is straight up indulgence in a glass that I know you’re just gonna adore! By swapping out traditional ice cream for frozen bananas and whipped topping, I’ve whipped up a creamy, dreamy milkshake that’s bursting with natural sweetness. It’s the perfect pick-me-up for a sunny afternoon or whenever you’re in the mood for a frosty treat!
More Milkshake Recipes You’ll Love
- Skinny Chocolate Milkshake
- Caramel Bourbon Milkshake
- Pineapple Upside Down Milkshake
- Pina Colada Smoothie
- Oreo Milkshake
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Banana Milkshake Recipe (Tastes Just Like Banana Pudding)
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Equipment
Ingredients
- 2 bananas ripe, frozen, cut in slices
- ½ cup cool whip topping
- ¾ – 1 cup milk I use coconut milk or use a low fat milk
- 4 teaspoons vanilla instant pudding (just the powder, don't make the pudding!)
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- Whipped cream for garnish
- Vanilla wafers for garnish
Instructions
- Add frozen banana slices, whipped topping, milk, instant pudding powder and vanilla extra to blender and blend until smooth milkshake consistency.
- Pour milkshakes into glasses.
- Top with whipped cream and vanilla wafers and enjoy.
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Are you using just the instant pudding powder or are you making the pudding first and using that?
Nope just add the powder in. Super quick and easy.
I make this shake on a regular basis now….yummy! And it fits into my WW plan with ease. Was thinking about playing around with adding PB Powder….
Do you have to use frozen bananas can you use just regular bananas?
Definitely need them to be frozen to make the milkshake happen.
Nope they dont have to be grozen at all
some pb powder in there would make a nice twist!
I just made the banana pudding shake and i must say it is delicious and the kids and hubbie approved. I made one change, i used sugar free pudding and it’s still delicious!
Hooray I’m so glad you enjoyed it!
Oh my word!!! What a treat this was today on this hot afternoon in Georgia!! Delish!! I put a few vanilla wafers in the blender with everything else. Was so good!!
WONDERFUL IDEA with the wafers! So glad you enjoyed it!
totally craving this milkshake now
Hooray!!!
That is Not 1 ingredient! Just be forthcoming and honest next time.
Hi Sara, I think you must have misinterpreted the text. I mentioned 1 ingredient banana ice cream which is just frozen banana. That’s what is one ingredient so I was perfectly honest in this post. Thanks for this comment.
These look amazing! I love that you used frozen bananas to keep them skinny! Banana pudding is a favorite so I can’t wait to make these!
I am sure this will be my favorite milk shake flavor of all time! YUM!