Creamy, sweet banana-flavoured milk made with just 4 ingredients! This quick and easy Korean banana milk is inspired by the Korean brand "Binggrae". My version of this dessert drink is all-natural. [Dairy-free adaptable]
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Korean Banana Milk is simply milk flavored with banana. What makes it "Korean" is that it's inspired by the Korean brand "Binggrae" and their store-bought version.
Bingrrae's banana milk is so popular with Koreans and it's sold everywhere in convenience stores or at H-mart in South Korea in tetra packs or plastic bottles.
To be clear, there isn't any traditional Korean ingredients in the drink itself to make it "Korean" but it's the concept behind the famous brand that produces it.
I love this drink so much and I can't get enough of it but the price tag of the store-bought version deters me as it's around $9 per pack of 5 in Canada. Not to mention the additives and preservatives added to the drink to extend shelf life.
I decided to make my own version at a fraction of the cost with real bananas, milk, vanilla and sugar. It's so easy and tasty. You won't ever want to buy from the store after making this!
Ingredients & Substitutes
Please scroll down to below recipe card for exact measurements.
- Large Ripe Banana: make sure it's fully ripened with no greening on the peel and if they're spotted, that makes for a sweeter banana milk.
- White Granulated Sugar: or substitute with a sweetener of your choice, like cane sugar, honey, or maple syrup.
- Vanilla Extract
- Milk of Choice: plain oat milk works the best or substitute with a plant based milk like almond milk or macadamia nut milk to avoid any curdling. Avoid soy milk or coconut milk. If you're not dairy-free, dairy milk will work but make sure to use ice cold milk and finish the banana milk quickly or it will curdle.
Expert Tips
- Use a slightly spotted ripe banana for best flavor and sweetness. If you don't have a spotted banana, a fully yellow banana is fine too.
- Use plain oat, almond or macadamia nut milk for best results and for zero curdling.
- Don't use overly ripe bananas with a lot of black spots or it'll be overly sweet.
- Use a high power blender for a smooth texture.
- Run the blended milk through a fine sieve for an extra smooth drink.
Instructions
Below are step-by-step instructions on how to make Korean banana milk:
- In a blender, add a peeled banana, sugar, vanilla extract and milk.
- Blend everything on high speed into a very smooth liquid without any banana bits. If you want it super smooth, run the banana milk through a fine sieve before pouring into a tall drinking glass.
- Pour the 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. You'll need to re-mix it with a whisk or spoon before enjoying.
- Freezer-friendly? I don't recommend freezing banana milk as this changes the texture of the milk.
Pairing Suggestions
Banana milk serves well with:
- fresh fruits
- desserts like cakes, cookies, pastries or other baked goods
- puddings, ice cream, frozen yogurt, or popsicles
- Mango Sago, Strawberry Sago, Rose Pandan Sago, 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. You'll need to re-mix it with a whisk or spoon before enjoying.
Yes, feel free to make large batches and keep it stored in the fridge for up to 2-3 days but remix the milk prior to enjoying.
Yes, feel free to substitute the banana with strawberries or watermelon and I share recipes directly linked below.
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 the milk is not cold or it's left out at room temperature for too long. So I recommend using plant based milk for this recipe for best results.
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📖 Recipe
5-min. Easy Korean Banana Milk
Ingredients
- 1 large banana ripened and peeled
- 1 tablespoon white granulated sugar or any sweetener of choice and adjust as needed
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 ½ cups oat milk or almond/macadamia (or dairy milk if you're not dairy-free but see notes below)
Instructions
- In a blender, add a peeled banana, sugar, vanilla extract and milk.
- Blend everything on high speed into a very smooth liquid without any banana bits. If you want it super smooth, run the banana milk through a fine sieve before pouring into a tall drinking glass.
- Pour the 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!