Jugo de Guineo: Colombian Spiced Banana Smoothie
Jugo de Guineo (banana) is a rich, comforting, and refreshing banana smoothie deeply rooted in Latin American households. Whether served as a quick, energizing breakfast or a cooling snack in the coastal heat, this creamy beverage is an absolute classic.
The secret to its incredible flavor lies in briefly infusing the milk with cinnamon before blending. Combined with very ripe bananas, vanilla, and a touch of nutmeg, this foolproof 25-minute recipe delivers a beautifully spiced, ice-cold treat!
Jugo de Guineo (Spiced Banana Smoothie)
A creamy, spiced Colombian banana smoothie! Made with very ripe bananas, cinnamon-infused milk, vanilla, and nutmeg.
Ingredients
- 6 Very ripe bananas (guineos)
- 1 ½ Liters Milk Alternative: 2 cups powdered milk mixed with water
- ½ lb Sugar approx. 1 cup
- ½ teaspoon Vanilla extract
- ¼ teaspoon Nutmeg
- Cinnamon sticks
- Crushed ice
Instructions
- Infuse the milk: Place the milk and cinnamon sticks in a pot and bring to a boil. As soon as it reaches the very first boil, remove the pot from the heat and let the liquid cool completely.
- Blend the base: Once the infused milk is cool, remove and discard the cinnamon sticks. Peel the bananas, slice them into smaller pieces, and add them to a blender. Pour in the infused milk, sugar, vanilla extract, and nutmeg. Blend everything together until perfectly smooth and creamy.
- Chill and serve: Add the crushed ice to the blender and pulse a few times for a frosty texture, or simply serve the freshly blended juice directly in glasses over ice!
Notes
- Low Fat Energy: The banana (guineo) is a highly nutritious food that provides excellent energy while containing only 0.2% fat and absolutely no cholesterol.
- Mineral Rich: Bananas boast a very high content of potassium, selenium, and iron, which are three critical minerals for maintaining the health of the body’s primary systems.
- Digestive Health: Furthermore, this fruit contains a high amount of dietary fiber, making this delicious beverage a perfect choice for promoting both digestive and cardiovascular health.
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