How do you make this easy Korean banana milk recipe for a fast weeknight treat? Mix 4 ingredients in just 5 minutes for a smooth, thick drink. It delivers a rich, chilled texture that satisfies your sweet cravings instantly.
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My version uses plant-based milk, banana, vanilla, and sugar. I tested this recipe with dairy milk and multiple plant milks and I found that plain oat milk wins the test. It does not curdle and has a neutral taste.
This recipe copies the famous drink made by the Korean brand Binggrae. You usually find those tetra packs or bottles at H Mart but for a pack of 5, it costs $8 to $9. This homemade version lowers that cost and skips the additives. You get a thick, smooth drink using 100% real fruit.
Why My Recipe Works
- Uses ripe fruit: Fully ripe bananas provide a deep, natural sugar flavor and break down fast.
- Removes pulp: Blending and pouring the mix through a fine sieve removes every solid bit.
- Balances the sweetness: Ripe fruit and a small amount of sugar create the best taste.
Ingredients & Substitutes
Exact ingredient measurements are listed in the recipe card at the bottom of this page.
- Large Banana: This ingredient acts as the flavor base and thickens the drink texture. Use a ripe yellow banana with zero green areas on the peel. Spotted fruit blends best. Avoid using unripe bananas or they'll leave lumps.
- Plain Oat Milk: This liquid thins the fruit paste into a smooth drink and has a neutral taste. Use cold oat milk for best results. Sub: Plain almond milk. Do not use soy, coconut, or dairy milk.
- White Granulated Sugar: This adds extra sweetness. Sub: Cane sugar, honey, or maple syrup.
- Vanilla Extract: This ingredient boosts the banana flavor.
Instructions
Below are step-by-step instructions on how to make Korean banana milk:
- Add ingredients to a blender: Place the banana, sugar, vanilla extract, and oat milk in a high-powered blender.
- Blend and strain: Blend on high speed until completely smooth, then pour through a sieve.
- Serve and enjoy: Pour into a glass and drink cold.
Expert Tips
- Avoid black fruit: Do not use dark, overripe fruit to prevent a brown color.
- Skip standard dairy: Avoid cow milk because it curdles when mixed with fruit.
- Chill the glass: Put your cup in the freezer for 5 minutes before serving to keep the drink frosty.
- Drink it fresh: Enjoy the beverage within 2 hours because fresh banana milk separates quickly.
- Pour through mesh: Use a fine sieve to ensure a uniform texture.
Variations
- Strawberry option: Swap out the banana for fresh, hulled strawberries. Follow my strawberry milk recipe for steps.
- Watermelon option: Swap out the banana for seedless red melon chunks. Follow my watermelon milk recipe for steps.
Pairing Suggestions
This simple banana milk pairs well with:
- Baked Goods: Dry cakes and cookies balance the smooth, liquid texture.
- Mango Pudding: Mango flavors contrast the deep banana taste.
- Strawberry Sago: Chewy tapioca pearls add a fun texture contrast to the drink.
Storage
- Fridge storage: Store in an airtight container for up to 1 day and stir before drinking to fix separation.
- Do not freeze: Avoid the freezer because thawing completely ruins the smooth drink texture.
FAQ
Real fruit reacts with air once you peel it. This natural oxidation changes the color but is safe to drink.
Yes. Mash the soft banana with a fork inside a bowl until no lumps remain, then whisk in the milk.
Skip the white sugar entirely. Rely only on the natural sweetness of a standard yellow banana with light spots.
📖 Recipe
5-min. Easy Korean Banana Milk
Ingredients
- 1 large banana ripe & peeled
- 1 tablespoon white granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 ½ cups oat milk plain (or sub with plain almond milk)
Instructions
- Place the banana, sugar, vanilla extract, and oat milk in a high-powered blender.
- Blend on high speed until completely smooth, then pour through a sieve.
- Pour into a glass and drink 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!