Bananas Foster Smoothie

made by Jennie on February 26, 2012 11 comments »

I had an epiphany the other evening while eating dinner with my girlfriend. It just came to me out of no where. It happens quite frequently. Food combinations and ideas enter my thoughts at the weirdest moments; usually, it happens in my dreams. It’s as if a little conversation bubble pops up, like the ones you see in the Sunday comic section. This time, it happened while I was eating a chicken fajita and drinking a margarita at my girlfriend’s birthday dinner. Naturally, I blurted out the idea as soon as it penetrated my thoughts. Being a foodie as well, my girlfriend thought the idea could work, so we began discussing how to execute the recipe.

This smoothie tastes just like bananas foster. It’s creamy, frothy, and delicious. The bananas get caramelized in brown sugar and a small amount of butter before it goes in the blender with the other ingredients.

Enjoy!

Love and Sweet Treats,

TMB

Recipe

1 banana, cut into rounds

2 tbs. brown sugar

1/2 tbs. unsalted butter

1/2 tsp. rum extract

2 tbs. natural almonds

1/2 cup vanilla yogurt

1/2 cup milk

1/4 cup ice

In a nonstick pan, melt butter. Add the banana and brown sugar. Cook for about 30 seconds, until the sugar is melted and the bananas are slightly soft. Take off the heat and cool to room temperature. When the banana mixture is cool, add it to a blender with the remaining ingredients. Blend until smooth. Serve right away. Enjoy.

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11 Responses to “Bananas Foster Smoothie”

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Anna @ Crunchy Creamy Sweet — February 26, 2012 at 9:47 pm

This is absolutely brilliant, Jennie! YUM!

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kita — February 26, 2012 at 10:55 pm

I’ve just started tackling smoothies in an attempt to eat more fruits and veggies. This looks like the perfect type of combo for me!

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thejoyofcaking — February 27, 2012 at 9:49 am

I can’t wait to buy bananas!

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spiceblogger — February 27, 2012 at 1:17 pm

Thanks for the friend request on Foodbuzz–I buzzed ya! ;)
It’s hard to beat a good fruit smoothie for a healthy treat, and banana is always a favorite of mine.

Happy Cooking!
–shelley

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claire @ the realistic nutritionist — February 27, 2012 at 3:50 pm

I love bananas foster! I love that you put it in a smoothie form!

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Choc Chip Uru — February 28, 2012 at 4:25 am

Looks gorgeous and healthy :D
Definitely part of a good breakfast/dinner/midnight snack no?
Love it!

Cheers
Choc Chip Uru
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Kelly — February 28, 2012 at 9:56 am

Mmm this sounds absolutely amazing, love your recipe and photos! Fabulous blog you have, so glad to be your newest follower! xoxo

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Jenn and Seth (@HomeSkilletCook) — February 29, 2012 at 2:43 pm

brilliant idea! sounds so tasty :)

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Sandy aka @Southwestgirl — February 29, 2012 at 10:57 pm

I love Bananas Foster! Now I can call it breakfast! Thanks for the great recipe and the FB friend request!

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Smitten By Food — March 1, 2012 at 2:34 am

YUmmy…. i love bananas… thanks for sharing the recipe. =)

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