Creamy Tropical Durian Smoothie (Print Version)

Creamy durian blended with banana and coconut milk creates a rich tropical beverage in just 10 minutes.

# What You Need:

01 - 1 cup ripe durian flesh (fresh or frozen, seeds removed)

02 - 1 medium ripe banana, peeled and sliced

03 - 1 cup coconut milk (full-fat or light, as preferred)

04 - 1/2 cup cold water (or more for desired consistency)

05 - 1–2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup (adjust to taste)

06 - 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)

07 - 1 cup ice cubes

01 - Place durian flesh, banana, coconut milk, water, honey or maple syrup, vanilla extract (if using), and ice cubes in a blender.

02 - Blend on high speed until smooth and creamy. If the smoothie is too thick, add more water or coconut milk to reach your desired consistency.

03 - Taste and adjust sweetness if necessary.

04 - Pour into two chilled glasses and serve immediately.

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Durian's natural creaminess means you don't need any dairy thickeners or fillers
The banana balances durian's intense flavor while adding natural sweetness
Ready in under ten minutes, making it perfect for busy mornings or afternoon snacks

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Durian freezes exceptionally well, so stock up when it's in season and keep portions frozen for smoothies year-round
The odor diminishes significantly once blended with coconut milk and banana, so don't let the raw smell scare you off

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Let frozen durian thaw for 5 minutes before blending—it blends much more smoothly than rock-hard pieces
If you can only find durian with seeds, use a sharp knife to carefully cut around the seed or buy pre-seeded portions to save time