Step by step

Method

4 steps

1. 1

   Add 2 cups cold milk, 1 large ripe banana broken into chunks, and ¼ cup sugar (or to taste) to a blender. Toss in a handful of ice if you want extra froth, plus a pinch of cinnamon or a drop of vanilla if you like.

2. 2

   Blend on high about 30 seconds until smooth and frothy — no banana lumps, and the top should look lightly foamy.

3. 3

   Taste. If the banana wasn't very ripe, blend in another spoonful of sugar. If it's too thick, splash in a little more milk.

4. 4

   Pour into glasses and serve right away while it's cold and foamy. You want a creamy banana shake with a light froth — not a thin banana milk or a heavy, ice-chunky sludge.