Love the taste of banana milk? It’s easy to make at home with this easy 4-ingredient Korean Banana Milk Recipe!
If your kids are crazy about Korean banana milk, you’re not alone! My kids have fallen in love with this delicious treat, but the cost can be a bit much. Luckily, with overripe bananas and a few simple ingredients, the magic of Korean banana milk can be easily recreated at home.
What is Korean Banana Milk?
Korean banana milk is a mixture of milk, sugar, and bananas that creates a creamy and delicious sweet banana-flavored milk. Some banana milks will use vanilla, but it’s totally optional in this recipe.
History of Korean Banana Milk
Banana milk’s history is unique. In the 1970s, there was an issue of malnutrition throughout Korea and the government encouraged people to drink milk. Unfortunately, the Korean people were not used to drinking milk and did not enjoy drinking it. To combat this, in 1974, a company named Binggrae invented banana milk. The banana milk was the perfect balance of sweet and creamy, which the Korean citizens loved. It quickly became a popular drink and is now consumed all over the world.
Korean Banana Milk
Ingredients:
- 3-5 medium overripe bananas (about 7″ long), 3 for the banana milk base and optional 3 for texture. If you have a scale, use anywhere between 375g – 382g of bananas for the base.
- 3 2/3 cups Milk (can be substituted with oat, almond, or your favorite milk choice)
- 1 – 2 Tablespoons Sugar
- 1/4 – 1/3 cup Condensed Milk (leftover condensed milk can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a month).
- 1/2 teaspoon Vanilla extract (optional)
Kitchen Supplies:
- Immersion blender or Blender
- Large 4 cup measuring cup or large bowl
- Measuring cups and measuring spoons
- Mixing spoon
- Large drink container for storage
How to Make Korean Banana Milk
Step 1. Slice 3 medium bananas and place into a large bowl or large measuring cup. Optional – If you want to add a bit of texture or have a few more bananas to use, finely cube 1-2 more bananas to add at the end. My kids prefer it smooth, so I don’t always add cubed bananas.
Step 2. Banana milk base – Add 2/3 cup of milk, 1 – 2 T. of sugar, and 1/4 – 1/3 cup of condensed milk to a large bowl or measuring cup. Optional to add in 1/2 tsp. of vanilla extract. Blend with an immersion blender until the mixture is smooth and lump-free. Note: Use 1 T. and 1/4 cup condensed milk for less sweet banana milk. The amount of sugar and condensed milk will vary depending on the ripeness of the bananas. Remember, you can always add more sweetness as needed.
Blender Version
Add 3 chopped bananas, 3 2/3 cup milk, 1 – 2 T. sugar, 1/4 – 1/3 cup condensed milk, and optional 1/2 tsp. vanilla into a blender and blend until smooth. Optional – For texture, add cubed bananas after the banana milk is blended and hand stir with a spoon.
Step 3. Pour the banana milk base into a large drink container. Add 3 cups of milk to the base and mix with a spoon to combine. Optional – If adding cubed bananas, add it now and mix to combine. Best when chilled for a few hours before serving, but if you want to drink it right away, serve it with ice.
How to Use
Of course, you can drink Korean banana milk as-is, but you can also use it in cereal, oatmeal, or even smoothies. Get creative and add it to things that could use a boost of sweet banana flavor.
How to Store
Unlike store-bought shelf stable banana milk, fresh Korean banana milk should always be stored in the fridge. It can be kept for up to 3 days. When I make it, it never lasts past day two.
This Korean banana milk recipe is so easy to make and yields a delicious drink that is sure to please anyone! You can customize the recipe to your taste by adjusting the amount of sugar, vanilla extract, and condensed milk to your preferences. Try it out and enjoy this as a quick spring or summer breakfast drink or snack. Cheers to creamy banana milk deliciousness!
Korean Banana Milk
This classic Korean beverage is a sweet, creamy blend of bananas, milk, sugar, and condensed milk that is perfect for any time of day. Whether you're on the go or need a refreshing break, this recipe will surely hit the spot. Plus, it's a great way to use up ripe bananas before they go bad.
Ingredients
- 3-5 medium overripe bananas (about 7″ long)*, 3 for the banana milk base and optional 3 for texture
- 3 2/3 cup Milk (can be substituted with oat, almond, or your favorite milk choice)
- 1 - 2 Tablespoons Sugar, use 1 T. for a less sweet version or 2 T. for a sweet version
- 1/3 cup Condensed Milk
- 1/2 teaspoon Vanilla extract (optional)
Instructions
See notes for the blender version of making banana milk.
- Slice 3 medium bananas and place into a large bowl or large measuring cup. Optional – If you want to add a bit of texture or have a few more bananas, finely cube 1-2 more bananas to add at the end.
- Banana milk base - Add 2/3 cup of milk, 1 - 2 T. of sugar, and 1/4 - 1/3 cup of condensed milk to a large bowl or measuring cup. Optional to add in 1/2 tsp. of vanilla extract. Blend with an immersion blender until the mixture is smooth and lump-free. Note: Use 1 T. and 1/4 cup condensed milk for less sweet banana milk. The amount of sugar and condensed milk will vary depending on the ripeness of the bananas. Remember, you can always add more sweetness as needed.
- Pour the banana milk base into a large drink container. Add 3 cups of milk to the base and mix with a spoon to combine. Optional – If adding cubed bananas, add them now and mix to combine. Chill for a few hours before serving as it’s best served chilled. If you want to drink it immediately, serve it over ice.
Notes
- *If you have a scale, use anywhere between 375g - 382g of bananas for the base.
- Always store banana milk in the fridge. It can be kept for up to 3 days.
- Leftover Condensed milk can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 weeks.
- Use banana milk as-is to drink or in cereal, smoothies, and oatmeal to add banana flavor.
Blender Version
Add 3 chopped bananas, 3 2/3 cup milk, 2 T. sugar, 1/3 cup condensed milk, and optional 1/2 tsp. vanilla into a blender and blend until smooth. Optional - For texture, add cubed bananas after the banana milk is blended and hand stir with a spoon.
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