Creamy, sweet banana-flavoured milk made with just 4 simple ingredients! This quick and easy Korean banana milk recipe is ready in 5-minutes - inspired by the Korean brand "Binggrae". My version of this dessert drink is all-natural and dairy-free!
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What is Korean Banana Milk?
Korean Banana Milk is simply milk flavored with banana, inspired by the beloved version from the Korean brand "Binggrae".
Bingrrae's banana milk is very popular with Korean locals and it's sold at convenience stores in South Korea or at H-Mart in tetra packs or plastic bottles.
There isn't any traditional Korean ingredients in the drink itself - what makes it "Korean" is the concept inspired by the iconic brand behind it.
I love this drink so much, but I don't love the price tag or the additives and preservatives of the store-bought version.
So I decided to make my own at a fraction of the cost with real bananas, milk, vanilla and sugar. It turned out to be so easy and delicious! You won't be buying from the store after making it at home.
Ingredients & Substitutes
Please scroll down to below recipe card for exact measurements.
- Large Fully Ripe Banana: use fully ripe yellow bananas without greening on the peel. Slightly spotted bananas work even better!
- Plain Oat Milk: is ideal for this recipe or substitute with almond milk, macadamia milk or a plain plant-based milk (not coconut or soy milk - too overpowering). Dairy milk can work but use ice cold milk and enjoy immediately or it will curdle.
- White Granulated Sugar: or substitute with cane sugar, honey, maple syrup, or a sweetener of choice.
- Vanilla Extract
Expert Tips
- Use a slightly spotted ripe banana for best flavor and sweetness but a fully ripe yellow banana works fine too!
- Don't use overly ripe bananas with a lot of black spots or the milk may look brown or be too sweet.
- Use plain oat, almond or macadamia nut milk for best results. If you're using dairy milk, use ice cold milk and enjoy the drink immediately or it'll curdle.
- Use a high power blender for a smooth texture.
- For an extra smooth drink, run the blended banana milk through a fine sieve.
Instructions
Below are step-by-step instructions on how to make Korean banana milk:
- Add ingredients to blender: In a blender, add a peeled banana, sugar, vanilla extract and milk.
- Blend until smooth: Blend on high speed until completely smooth. (For a very smooth milk, run the blended drink through a fine sieve).
- Serve and enjoy: Serve banana milk into a tall drinking glass and enjoy cold!
Storage
- Banana milk will last up to 2-3 days stored in an airtight container in the fridge. To enjoy, mix the drink again with a whisk or spoon before drinking.
- Banana milk is not ideal for freezing, as the freezer will change the texture of the ingredients.
Pairing Suggestions
Banana milk serves well with:
- fresh fruits
- desserts like cakes, cookies, pastries or other baked goods.
- puddings like Mango Pudding or Earl Grey Milk Tea Pudding.
- ice cream, frozen yogurt, or popsicles.
- Mango Sago, Strawberry Sago, Rose Pandan Sago, or Coconut Pitaya Sago.
FAQ
Korean banana milk can be made up to 2-3 days in advance and stored in an airtight container in the fridge. To enjoy, mix the drink again with a whisk or spoon before drinking.
You can make large batches of banana milk and store in the fridge for up to 2-3 days. To enjoy, mix the banana milk again with a whisk or spoon before drinking.
The banana can be substituted with watermelon or strawberries, but refer to my recipes for: Watermelon Milk and Strawberry Milk.
If you're using plant-based milk, this is unlikely. But if you're using dairy milk, the acidity in most fruits can cause the dairy to curdle, especially if it's not ice cold or left at room temperature. I recommend using plant based milk for this recipe for best results!
📖 Recipe
5-min. Easy Korean Banana Milk
Ingredients
- 1 large banana fully ripe and peeled
- 1 tablespoon white granulated sugar or cane sugar / maple syrup / honey
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 ½ cups oat milk or plain almond milk / macadamia milk - if using dairy milk, see Notes below
Instructions
- In a blender, add a peeled banana, sugar, vanilla extract and milk.
- Blend on high speed until completely smooth. (For a very smooth milk, run the blended drink through a fine sieve).
- Serve banana milk into a tall drinking glass and enjoy cold!
PackMama
Can I use frozen bananas? I plan on using this milk to make some banana pudding.
Christie Lai
Yes, feel free to use frozen bananas that have been thawed so they blend more easily.
Annie
I used the plant based milk does that work?
Annie
What type of milk did you use? Which type of milk is the most recommended?
Christie Lai
Whole milk works best.
Annie
How is the banana milk Korean if I put American ingredient.
I served this to everyone and all of them enjoyed it, this is the first recipe of yours and I loved this recipe so much SO Good.
Anne
I loved this banana milk I made it recently and it was SO good I love how your recipes are easy Your recipes are healthy and insspiring
Christie Lai
Thanks so much for making my recipe, Anne! So glad you enjoyed this recipe and my other ones as well 🙂
Monica
Love this recipe. What is the shelf life if I made half gallon? lol
Christie Lai
Thank you so much Monica for the positive review! Glad you love it so much! I would say up to 4-5 days if stored properly in an airtight container in the fridge and you would have to give it a stir before enjoying.
Ashe
Amazing! the vanilla extract adds a subtle taste, and its so creamy! I made it for me and my twin, and it didn't last a minute! Me and my twin love banana milk, But sometimes we cant buy it, so i make this. Thanks again for it!!! 🙂
Christie Lai
The pleasure is all mine! Thank YOU for making my recipe and so glad you and your twin enjoyed it! Appreciate the kind and positive review too!
Abigail
I am going to make banana milk on spring break, but I have a question what kind of bananas to buy the Korean or American banana
Christie Lai
The American kind or any long banana that is about 7 inches in length.
S.K
This banana milk is a huge hit with my whole family! It tastes so good and is so easy to make!
Christie Lai
I'm so glad to hear this, S.K! Thanks so much for making my recipe and for the positive review 🙂 Have a wonderful day!
KOOKIEEE
OMG i dont like mil bt this gave me a xcuse to drink milk . i wanna drink milk cuz it grows hieght but i dont like it but this recipe is soo tasty and includs milk yeaaaa really recoment this recipe
christieathome
Thanks so much for making my recipe, Kookie! Glad you enjoyed it 🙂
Josh
I added some extra vanilla, sugar and a pinch of turmeric and it was fantastic!
christieathome
Awesome to hear Josh, glad you enjoyed it and thanks for making my recipe!
Luba
Love this! I make it with a very ripe banana and no sugar. Tastes great
christieathome
Amazing! Thanks for making my recipe Luba and so glad you enjoyed it without sugar.
Anudi Sandeera
wow! I enjoyed it a lot. Thank you very much!
christieathome
Thanks so much for making my recipe Anudi! I am so glad you enjoyed it 🙂
Haylo
It was super good! I was wondering if you knew, if I make a gallon amount of this, how long it would last? Or if I just shouldn’t do that? Thanks!
christieathome
Thank you so much for these kind words and for making my recipe! I wouldn't recommend that since the bananas tend to solidify within a few hours.
Mickee
Now I'm gonna make this!! Thank you so much for uploading this!! 🥰❤️
christieathome
You're very welcome! I hope you enjoy this natural homemade version of it 🙂
Yue Nguyen
this is a good recipe for homemade banana milk
christieathome
So glad you enjoyed this! Thank you for making my recipe!
Heidi | The Frugal Girls
I really like how the banana creates a creamy rich texture for this lovely flavored drink!