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One of our most popular recipes is our Pineapple Banana Smoothie, which we fondly call the Pineapple Upside Down Cake in my smoothie recipe app, Daily Blends. It’s dessert-level good! Before you run from the sight of spinach—give this a shot…. TRUST ME! This smoothie not only tastes amazing, it also has some added health perks that you’ll definitely enjoy.
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Banana and Pineapple Smoothie
This pineapple banana smoothie is inspired by a cake from my childhood: the Pineapple Upside Down cake. While it may be based on a super sweet dessert, this fruit smoothie is loaded with health benefits too:
- Only sweetened by fruit, no added sugar here!
- thick & creamy thanks to the protein-rich almond milk + bananas
- 100% plant-based to give you the healthiest smoothie without any of the tummy troubles that dairy often causes.
- Naturally boosted with calcium, vitamin C, and vitamin D, which gives you some delicious health benefits.
No wonder this pineapple banana smoothie is such a fav among our fellow smoothie lovers! Seriously, this is a fun smoothie for newbies as well as veteran smoothie drinkers.
Smoothie Ingredient Swaps + Protein Boosts
If you need to lower the sugar, then replace the banana with a half cup frozen cauliflower, or 1/4 an avocado. That way you keep the creamy texture while cutting down on the sugar.
Want to turn this pineapple banana smoothie into a meal? I love adding in a scoop of natural almond butter, for a hint of nuttiness + a load of healthy fat.
If you want a protein boost without any change in flavor, then try a clean, plant based option. My completely plant-based, organic protein powder recipe is a quality way to add protein to any smoothie you make. It gives your smoothie 10 extra grams of protein + healthy fat, without changing the flavor! That means this pineapple banana smoothie goes from 4.2 grams of protein to 14.2 grams, #kaleyeah!
What Almond Milk Should I Use in Smoothies?
While water is an easy base to swap in for almond milk in this pineapple banana smoothie, I love the flavor + creaminess that the almond milk adds. You can either make your own almond milk (which is what I do!), or you can buy some from almost any grocery store. If you choose store bought, don’t forget to check out my report on the best almond milk brands currently on the market.
Liquid swaps for pineapple banana smoothie
If almond milk isn’t your thing, no worries! Green smoothies are SO versatile, and I’ve got some great swaps for you. Honestly, you could swap in almost any dairy-free milk you want (cashew milk and oat milk are my top choices for this pineapple banana smoothie).
The thickness + texture changes depending on the liquid used, so keep that in mind. If water is your base of choice, then add in a tablespoon of hemp hearts so you don’t lose the protein.
More Healthy Smoothies
Pineapples are a sweet, tropical ingredient found in many of my smoothie recommendations for beginners. They are flavorful and bright, as well as loved by many. If you’re looking for more pineapple smoothie options, then I’ve got some great recipes for you!
- Pineapple Ginger smoothie
- Mint Pineapple smoothie
- Pineapple Kale smoothie
- Clear Skin smoothie
- Citrus smoothie
- Perfect Pineapple smoothie
What are some of your fav pineapple smoothie combos? Share in the comments so that we can all try some new flavors together!
Healthy Pineapple Banana Smoothie
Ingredients
- 1 cup spinach
- 1 cup almond milk unsweetened
- ½ cup pineapple frozen
- ½ cup cherries frozen
- ½ banana
- 1 serving homemade protein powder optional
Instructions
- Blend spinach and almond milk until smooth.
- Add remaining ingredients, and blend until smooth. Enjoy!
Equipment
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Notes
- Use at least one frozen fruit to make smoothie cold.
- Cherries can be substituted with berries.
- Use the leafy greens of your choice.
- Use the dairy-free milk of your choice.
Love this combo so much!!
One of my favorites! Pineapple Upside Down Cake
My second attempt to make it was the best !
I switched canned coconut milk for coconut milk in tetra pack. I also used a different greens blend. Delicious
Ah okay, two stars
I thought I was really going to like this one, but I didn’t love it. I tasted too much banana. Maybe my banana was too ripe? I’ll have to try it again sometime.
Hey Bethany,
I’m sorry you didn’t love this one. Sometimes the banana can have a really strong taste. You can always swap it with an avocado and it will still have that delicious creamy texture.
This has been a long time favorite of mine. I love the flavor combo it’s like a desert but healthy!
Another delicious smoothie! I really loved this one, can’t wait to try more!
Although good, this one isn’t one of my favorites. I do love pineapple and cherries but I wasn’t a fan of this one as much as I LOVE some of the other ones.
You surprised me again with this one! I really didn’t expect to like it so much. I never would have thought to put these ingredients together.
Hey Kelly,
Yay!! We love hearing that we surprised you with a recipe. That is why we love this challenge so much because it allows you to try new things that you normally would not 🙂
I LOVED this one. Tastes like a Banana Split!
One of my favorites! I think it could also be named “Banana Spilt”.
I really enjoyed this smoothie…I used coconut water.
This recipe is quite tasty. I used coconut milk as I prefer it over almond milk. What’s not to love about Pineapple Upside Down Cake?
This was so yummy! My favorite smoothie this week.
This is my favorite green smoothie so far aside from Beginner’s luck! It tastes fantastic. I love the pineapple and cherry combination.
Love the pineapple upside down cake smoothie:)
I have found that if you leave put the banana they aren’t as sweet… and you notice the spinach/kale a little more:)
Some members of my family ate all my “smoothie” bananas and I had none left this am ! lol!
Thank you for this challenge! I love it:)
Pineapple Upside Down Cake is my favorite cake and when I saw you made a smoothie, my heart skipped a beat!! I love it!! I will make this one over and over and over again!
This one was amazing!!! I keep cherries and pineapple in the freezer all the time, so it was quick and easy. I prefer coconut milk, so I substituted out the almond milk. Way to go with a delicious combination!!,
Yay Margaret!!
I am so happy that you enjoyed this recipe! xoxo