Banana Agua Fresca: Refreshing Smoothie for Hot Days

Enjoy a chilled Banana Agua Fresca, a delightful and refreshing smoothie perfect for hot days, combining the sweetness of bananas with Mexican cinnamon.

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Prep Time 5

Total Time 5

Servings: 4 cups

Course: Drinks

Cuisine: Mexican

Calories: 150

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Base

3 ripe bananas peeled and sliced
1 stick Mexican cinnamon or 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
4 cups water more for a lighter drink, less for creaminess

For Creaminess

1 cup milk or evaporated milk for extra creaminess
1 tsp vanilla extract opt for pure vanilla

For Sweetness

to taste sugar alternatives include honey or sweetened condensed milk

Equipment

Blender
fine-mesh strainer
pitcher

Method

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Banana Agua Fresca

Prepare the Bananas: Peel 3 ripe bananas and slice them into small pieces. Place them in a blender.
Blend the Ingredients: Add a Mexican cinnamon stick and 4 cups of water to the blender with the sliced bananas. Blend on high for about 1 minute.
Strain the Mixture: Strain the blended mixture into a large pitcher to remove solids, pressing gently to extract all liquid, which may take 3-5 minutes.
Add Remaining Ingredients: Pour in 2 cups of water, your choice of milk, and a splash of vanilla extract. Stir well to combine.
Sweeten to Taste: Adjust sweetness with sugar, honey, or sweetened condensed milk. Stir thoroughly after each addition.
Serve and Enjoy: Fill glasses with ice, pour Banana Agua Fresca over the ice, and garnish with a slice of banana or cinnamon.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 34gProtein: 2gFat: 1gSaturated Fat: 0.5gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 3gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Use ripe bananas for maximum sweetness. Blend thoroughly for a smooth texture, and strain well for the best experience. Serve immediately for freshness.

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