Begin by rinsing 1 cup of fresh strawberries under cool water to remove any dirt or impurities. Remove the green stems and pat them dry with a clean towel. Slice each strawberry in half to help with blending.

Next, peel the ripe banana and slice it into thick rounds.

In a high-speed blender, combine the halved strawberries, sliced banana, 1 cup of yogurt, ½ cup of milk, and 1 tablespoon of honey or maple syrup.

Secure the blender lid tightly and blend on high speed for about 30 seconds to 1 minute, or until all the ingredients are fully combined and the smoothie is velvety smooth.

Once blended, pause to taste the smoothie. If you’d like a little more sweetness, consider adding another drizzle of honey or maple syrup and blend for another few seconds.

Pour the delightful creamy blend into glasses, and feel free to garnish with additional strawberry slices or a banana slice on the rim.