Orange Creamsicle Smoothie

Ingredients

• 1 frozen ripe banana, previously peeled & sliced
• 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup orange juice
• 3/4 cup vanilla Greek yogurt
• 1 orange, peeled and sliced
• optional: 2 teaspoons orange zest

Instructions

1. On high, blend the frozen banana chunks, vanilla, and orange juice together until thick, creamy, and smooth – about 3 minutes. Scrape down the sides of the blender as needed. Add the yogurt, orange, and orange zest (if using). Blend until combined.
2. Make sure you have a strong, powerful blender to break down the frozen banana and orange. I like this smaller Ninja or this regular Ninja blender.