Banana Split Shakes

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Banana Split Shakes
Yield: Makes 4 servings
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Ingredients:
1
small (6-inch) ripe banana

1/4
cup skim milk

5
maraschino cherries, drained

1
tablespoon light chocolate syrup

1/8
teaspoon coconut extract

4
cups low-fat chocolate frozen yogurt



Preparation:
1.
Combine banana, milk, cherries, chocolate syrup and coconut extract in blender. Cover; blend on HIGH speed until smooth.

2.
Add yogurt 1 cup at a time. Cover and pulse on HIGH speed after each addition until smooth and thick. Pour into 4 glasses. Garnish with additional maraschino cherries, if desired.


Tip: For a low-fat shake, chop 3 large, peeled bananas. Place in resealable plastic bag and freeze until solid. (This is a great use for over-ripe bananas). Blend with milk, cherries, chocolate syrup and coconut extract. It will not be as thick and frosty, but will be lower in calories and fat.



This recipe appears in: Shakes & Smoothies