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Neapolitan Milkshake

This recipe guides you in creating a refreshing vegan Neapolitan milkshake, featuring distinct layers of banana-vanilla, fresh strawberry, and rich cocoa. It leverages frozen bananas for natural sweetness and thickness, making for a healthy and satisfying treat ideal for a quick snack or light dessert.
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Servings: 2 people
Course: Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 282
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • * 2 large banana sliced and frozen
  • * 1/2 cup plus 1 tbsp 9 tbsp almond milk, divided
  • * 1 tbsp cocoa powder
  • * a heaping 1/2 cup fresh strawberry
  • * 1/4 tsp pure vanilla extract

Equipment

  • 1 High-Speed Blender Essential for achieving a smooth, creamy consistency with frozen ingredients.
  • 1 Set of Measuring Cups and Spoons For accurate ingredient portions, especially almond milk and cocoa powder.
  • 2 Serving Glasses Chilling them beforehand enhances the milkshake's coolness.
  • 3 Small Bowls or Glasses To temporarily hold each flavored milkshake base before layering.
  • 1 Rubber Spatula For scraping down blender sides and transferring mixtures efficiently.

Method
 

  1. Ensure bananas are sliced and thoroughly frozen until solid prior to preparation.
  2. Divide the total almond milk (9 tbsp) into three equal portions of approximately 3 tablespoons each.
  3. In a high-speed blender, combine one portion of frozen banana, one portion of almond milk, and the pure vanilla extract. Blend until the mixture is completely smooth and creamy. Transfer this 'vanilla' base into a chilled small bowl or glass and set aside.
  4. Rinse the blender thoroughly. Add another portion of frozen banana, one portion of almond milk, and the fresh strawberries. Blend until smooth, creating a vibrant 'strawberry' base. Transfer and set aside.
  5. Rinse the blender again. Combine the remaining frozen banana, the final portion of almond milk, and the cocoa powder. Blend until smooth, forming the 'chocolate' base.
  6. Carefully layer the three distinct milkshake bases (vanilla, strawberry, and chocolate) into two chilled serving glasses, creating the classic Neapolitan striped effect.
  7. Serve the Neapolitan milkshake immediately to enjoy its refreshing temperature and distinct layered flavors.

Notes

For optimal thickness and natural sweetness, ensure your bananas are fully ripe before freezing; ripeness significantly impacts the final flavor. When blending, start with slightly less almond milk than indicated and gradually add more until your desired consistency is achieved; over-blending or excessive liquid will result in a thinner texture. To enhance the visual appeal of the Neapolitan layers, chill your serving glasses thoroughly. A tiny pinch of fine sea salt can be added to the chocolate portion to deepen its flavor. Garnish with a fresh strawberry or a sprinkle of vegan chocolate shavings for an elevated presentation.