Best 6 Monkey Shakes Recipes

Are you searching for a delectable and refreshing treat that combines the flavors of bananas and ice cream with a touch of nostalgia? If so, then monkey shakes are the perfect choice for you! Traditionally made with just three ingredients – bananas, ice cream, and milk – these shakes have a smooth and creamy texture that's sure to cool you down on a hot day. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy snack or an after-dinner indulgence, monkey shakes are the perfect choice for any occasion.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

MONKEY LOVER'S SHAKE

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You don't have a monkey around with lots of ingredients to blend together this cool beverage. It's smooth, creamy and gets its appealing tropical taste from bananas and orange juice concentrate.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 10m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

1-1/4 cups milk
2 medium ripe bananas, sliced 1/4 inch thick and frozen
2 cups vanilla ice cream
1/3 cup thawed orange juice concentrate
2 to 3 tablespoons sugar
2 to 3 drops yellow food coloring, optional

Steps:

In a blender, combine all ingredients. Cover and process for 45 seconds or until smooth. Stir if necessary. Pour into glasses and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 296 calories, Fat 10g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 39mg cholesterol, Sodium 92mg sodium, Carbohydrate 48g carbohydrate (41g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

UNCLE MONKEY SMOOTHIE

Uncle Monkey Smoothie image

A great family recipe!

Provided by joshuacharlo

Categories Breakfast and Brunch Drinks

Time 10m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

2 bananas, cut into small chunks
¼ cup vanilla yogurt
5 ice cubes
3 tablespoons peanut butter
2 tablespoons milk
1 tablespoon white sugar

Steps:

Blend bananas, yogurt, ice cubes, peanut butter, milk, and sugar together in a blender until smooth.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 153.1 calories, Carbohydrate 21.5 g, Cholesterol 1.4 mg, Fat 6.7 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 4.7 g, SaturatedFat 1.6 g, Sodium 70.6 mg, Sugar 13.9 g

FUNKY MONKEY SMOOTHIE (SUPER EASY)

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This is my favorite smoothie! Great for breakfast or mid-afternoon snack. I always have all these things in my house already. The PB adds a protein boost while the small amount of chocolate makes me feel like I'm cheating! Oh yeah, my little ones Love this one too.

Provided by PeytonandKaylansMama

Categories Smoothies

Time 5m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

Ingredients

1 large banana
2 tablespoons peanut butter
2 tablespoons chocolate syrup or 2 tablespoons powdered chocolate milk mix
1/2 cup skim milk
1/2 cup ice cube

Steps:

Throw it all in the blender and blend until smooth! Isn't that easy.
I like to freeze my banana, but you don't have to.

MONKEY MILKSHAKE

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Make and share this Monkey Milkshake recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Charlotte J

Categories Shakes

Time 5m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

Ingredients

1 cup sliced strawberry
1 banana
1 cup milk
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
3 ice cubes

Steps:

Combine all ingredients into a blender.
Blend until smooth and fluffy.

VACATION CHOCOLATE MONKEY SHAKE

Vacation Chocolate Monkey Shake image

I discovered this AMAZING shake on a cruise to Mexico. It's very refreshing and you almost forget there's alcohol! Great as an after dinner drink or lounging by the pool. Plastic monkey optional! Enjoy!

Provided by melinda leigh

Categories Drinks Recipes

Time 10m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

1 cup ice cubes
2 (1.5 fluid ounce) jiggers banana liqueur
4 (1.5 fluid ounce) jiggers creme de cacao liqueur
1 cup chocolate ice cream
¼ cup chocolate syrup
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup milk
1 large banana, sliced
½ cup sweetened whipped cream
2 tablespoons chocolate shavings, for garnish

Steps:

Place the ice, banana liqueur, creme de cacao, ice cream, chocolate syrup, vanilla extract, milk, and banana into a blender. Cover, and puree until smooth. Pour into glasses, and garnish with whipped cream and chocolate shavings to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 995.2 calories, Carbohydrate 139.6 g, Cholesterol 43.6 mg, Fat 18.3 g, Fiber 4.4 g, Protein 9.1 g, SaturatedFat 10.9 g, Sodium 161.8 mg, Sugar 117.5 g

MONKEY SHAKE

Monkey Shake image

Instant pudding mix is the creamy secret to this tasty, banana-starring shake-and it's even a Healthy Living recipe. No fooling!

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories Home

Time 5m

Yield Makes 4 servings, about 1 cup each.

Number Of Ingredients 4

Ingredients

2 cups fat-free milk
1 fully ripe banana, cut into chunks
1 pkg. (1.4 oz.) JELL-O Banana Cream Flavor Sugar Free Fat Free Instant Pudding
2 cups crushed ice

Steps:

Blend all ingredients except ice in blender until well blended.
Add ice; blend on high speed until smooth.
Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 90, Fat 0 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 2.4 mg, Sodium 310 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 0.767 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 5 g

Tips:

Choose ripe bananas. The riper the bananas, the sweeter and creamier your shake will be.
Freeze your bananas beforehand. This will make them easier to blend and will give your shake a thicker, creamier texture.
Use a high-powered blender. A regular blender may not be able to fully blend the frozen bananas, resulting in a chunky shake.
Add your liquids gradually. Start with a small amount of milk and add more as needed until you reach the desired consistency.
Don't be afraid to experiment. There are endless possibilities when it comes to monkey shakes. Try adding different fruits, nuts, seeds, or spices to create your own unique flavor combinations.

Conclusion:

Monkey shakes are a delicious and refreshing treat that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They are also a great way to sneak some extra fruits and vegetables into your diet. With so many different variations to choose from, there's sure to be a monkey shake that everyone will love. So next time you're looking for a healthy and satisfying snack, give a monkey shake a try!