Ube and banana are a naturally satisfying combination. The mild, nutty sweetness of Filipino purple yam pairs beautifully with ripe banana, while milk and yogurt give the drink a smooth and creamy consistency.
In this edition of BLENDER KU BB2012 RECIPES, we prepare a colorful Ube Banana Smoothie using the KÜ KÜCHEN Blender KU BB2012.
With its 800W motor, six adjustable speeds, preset blending programs and powerful ice-crushing performance, the KU BB2012 makes it easy to transform fruit, cooked ube and ice into a rich, silky smoothie.
Ingredients for Ube Banana Smoothie
For approximately 2 servings, prepare:
- 120 g cooked ube, cooled and cut into small pieces
- 120 g ripe banana
- 180 ml fresh milk
- 80 g plain or Greek yogurt
- 80 g ice cubes
- 1–2 teaspoons honey, optional
You can also substitute cooked ube with ube halaya. If using sweetened ube halaya, reduce or completely omit the honey.
Important: Use cooked purple yam rather than raw ube. Cook and cool the ube completely before adding it to the blender.
Step 1: Prepare the Ube and Banana
If using fresh ube, peel and cut it into pieces before steaming or boiling until completely tender.
Allow the cooked ube to cool before blending.
Peel the banana and cut it into several pieces.
A ripe banana is recommended because it provides natural sweetness and helps create the thick, creamy texture associated with this smoothie.
Step 2: Add the Ingredients to the KU BB2012
Use the 1500 ml glass blending jar for approximately two servings.
Add the ingredients in the following order:
- 180 ml fresh milk
- 80 g yogurt
- 120 g banana
- 120 g cooked ube
- 80 g ice cubes
- Honey, if needed
Adding the liquid ingredients first makes it easier for the mixture to circulate around the blades during blending.
Make sure the jar is correctly positioned on the blender base before starting.
Step 3: Blend Until Smooth
Secure the lid and select the appropriate preset smoothie program.
Alternatively, begin blending at a lower speed before gradually increasing the speed until the ingredients are completely combined.
The KÜ KÜCHEN KU BB2012 is equipped with an 800W copper-core motor and six adjustable speed levels, allowing it to process both soft fruit and denser ingredients such as cooked ube.
Blend until the smoothie becomes thick, creamy and evenly purple with no visible pieces of banana or ube remaining.
Step 4: Adjust the Consistency
Check the smoothie after blending.
For a thicker Ube Banana Smoothie, add:
- A little more banana
- Extra cooked ube
- A few additional ice cubes
For a lighter consistency, add a small amount of fresh milk and blend briefly again.
Taste before adding honey, especially when using ripe banana or sweetened ube halaya.
Step 5: Serve the Ube Banana Smoothie
Pour the smoothie into a chilled glass and serve immediately.
For a simple topping, add:
- Banana slices
- A small spoonful of ube
- Chopped nuts
- Granola, optional
The finished smoothie should have a vibrant purple color, creamy consistency and balanced flavor combining earthy ube with naturally sweet banana.
For an even thicker version, reduce the milk slightly and serve the mixture as an Ube Banana Smoothie Bowl topped with banana, granola and nuts.
Why Use the KÜ KÜCHEN KU BB2012?
The KÜ KÜCHEN Blender KU BB2012 is designed for smoothies, yogurt drinks, frappuccinos and other recipes containing fruit, ice and ingredients with different textures.
Its 800W motor works together with a durable blade system designed to generate strong blending torque, while six adjustable speeds allow greater control over the final consistency.
Preset blending functions also simplify everyday preparation. Once the desired program is selected, the blender automatically manages the blending cycle and stops when the program is complete.
The KU BB2012 includes a durable 1500 ml glass jar for larger recipes and a convenient 600 ml Tritan cup, which can function as both a blending cup and portable drink container.
A built-in safety detection system also helps prevent operation when the blending jar is not correctly positioned.
A Filipino-Inspired Smoothie Made Simple
Ube Banana Smoothie brings together two familiar flavors in a creamy and refreshing drink that requires only a handful of ingredients.
Cooked ube provides its distinctive purple color and subtle earthy sweetness, while ripe banana, yogurt and milk create a naturally smooth and satisfying texture.
With the multiple speed settings, preset programs and ice-crushing capability of the KÜ KÜCHEN KU BB2012, preparing this colorful smoothie takes only a few minutes.
This BLENDER KU BB2012 RECIPES – Ube Banana Smoothie is perfect for breakfast, an afternoon refreshment or a simple Filipino-inspired homemade treat.
Creamy banana, distinctive Filipino ube and a beautifully smooth purple texture – an easy homemade smoothie with the KÜ KÜCHEN Blender KU BB2012.
