Creamy Tropical Durian Smoothie (Print Version)
A luscious blend of durian, banana, and coconut milk creating a perfectly creamy tropical beverage in just 10 minutes.
# What You'll Need:
→ Fruit
01 - 1 cup ripe durian flesh, seeds removed, fresh or frozen
02 - 1 medium ripe banana, peeled and sliced
→ Liquids
03 - 1 cup coconut milk, full-fat or light
04 - ½ cup cold water, plus additional as needed
→ Sweetener & Add-Ins
05 - 1-2 tablespoons honey or pure maple syrup
06 - ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
07 - 1 cup ice cubes
# Steps:
01 - Add durian flesh, banana slices, coconut milk, water, honey or maple syrup, vanilla extract, and ice cubes to blender canister.
02 - Process on high speed until completely smooth and creamy, approximately 45-60 seconds. Add additional water or coconut milk 1 tablespoon at a time if consistency is too thick.
03 - Taste smoothie and add additional sweetener if desired. Blend briefly to incorporate any adjustments.
04 - Pour mixture into two chilled glasses. Enjoy right away while cold and frothy for best texture and flavor.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- The durian gets tamed into something approachable while keeping its crown jewel intensity intact
- It takes literally ten minutes from fruit to glass, perfect for when tropical cravings hit hard
02 -
- Frozen durian works perfectly fine and is often easier to find than fresh
- The ripest banana you can find makes a huge difference in final sweetness
03 -
- Chill your glasses in the freezer for at least 15 minutes before serving
- Use the highest speed setting on your blender for the silkiest results