Creamy Durian Smoothie (Printable Version)

A rich, creamy blend of durian fruit with coconut milk and banana, creating a luscious tropical beverage perfect for warm days.

# What You Need:

01 - 1 cup ripe durian flesh, seeds removed

02 - 1 medium ripe banana, peeled and sliced

03 - 1 cup coconut milk

04 - ½ cup cold water

05 - 1–2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup

06 - ½ teaspoon vanilla extract

07 - 1 cup ice cubes

01 - Add durian flesh, banana, coconut milk, water, sweetener, vanilla extract, and ice cubes to blender container.

02 - Process on high speed until completely smooth and creamy. Add additional water or coconut milk if consistency is too thick.

03 - Taste the blended mixture and add more sweetener if needed to achieve desired flavor profile.

04 - Pour evenly into two chilled glasses and enjoy right away for optimal texture and flavor.

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Durian transforms into something magical when blended, losing its overwhelming edge while keeping all that gorgeous creamy sweetness
This smoothie takes literally ten minutes but feels like an exotic dessert from a Southeast Asian street stall
The coconut milk and banana create such a luxurious texture that you'll forget it's actually good for you

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Frozen durian blends more smoothly than fresh if it hasn't been thoroughly thawed, which actually gives you a better texture
Adding too much water will dilute both the flavor and that gorgeous creamy consistency, so adjust gradually
The longer you blend, the more air incorporates and the frothier it becomes, which some people love and others find odd

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If you're new to durian, start with half the amount and double the banana until you acquire a taste for it
Adding a handful of spinach won't affect the flavor noticeably but will make you feel better about drinking dessert for breakfast