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Banana Daiquiri

Banana Daiquiri cocktails are the ultimate tropical drink to instantly transport you to an island state of mind. Made with ripe bananas, rum, lime juice, triple sec, simple syrup and a touch of vanilla. Top it off with a little whipped cream and caramel sauce for a tasty dessert cocktail.

Daiquiris are classic cocktails made with rum, lime juice and simple syrup and Strawberry Daiquiris are one of my go-to favorites for an easy mixed drink at home. Lately we’ve been making these layered Strawberry Peach Daiquiris and they are crazy-good!

Banana Daiquiri Cocktail with whipped cream and cherry garnish.

Banana Daiquiri ~ Easy Rum Cocktail 

Tropical cocktails tend to be my favorite and these Banana Daiquiris are so delicious. They are just perfect for a hot summer day and totally refreshing for those occasions that you find yourself wishing you were on a beach somewhere.

Tray of ingredients to make banana daiquiris

Ingredients Needed:

  • Ice
  • Ripe Bananas
  • Light Rum
  • Triple Sec
  • Simple Syrup 
  • Lime Juice
  • Vanilla Extract
  • Whipped Cream
  • Caramel Sauce
  • Maraschino Cherries

How to Make Banana Daiquiri Cocktails:

ice in a blender with sliced bananas.

  • Add ice to a blender. 
  • Slice bananas and add to the blender.

pouring rum into a blender with ice and bananas.

  • Add rum.

Triple Sec pouring into blender.

  • Next, add the triple sec.

pouring simple syrup into a blender with bananas.

  • Pour in the simple syrup.

squeezing lime into blender.

  • Squeeze the juice from half of a lime into the blender.

spoon of vanilla extract over a blender.

  • Add vanilla extract.

blending banana daiquiris.

  • Blend until smooth, about 1- 2 minutes.

banana daiquiri with whipped cream, caramel sauce and a cherry on top.

  • Pour into glasses. 
  • Top with whipped cream and drizzle with caramel sauce. Add a maraschino cherry to the top.

Recipe Notes:

  • Yield: 2 Cocktails
  • Rum: Dark Rum or Black Spiced Rum are also great in a banana daiquiri. We used Bacardi, use your favorite. Coconut rum is also a great option if you like coconut flavor.
  • Bananas: Use frozen bananas and skip the ice if desired.
  • Make it Creamy: Add a scoop of vanilla ice cream or 1/2 cup of whipping cream to the blender.
  • Simple Syrup Recipe: Combine 1/4 cup of sugar with 1/4 cup of boiling water. Mix until sugar is dissolved. Cool to room temperature before serving. Store simple syrup in an airtight container in the refrigerator up to 3 weeks.
  • Optional Garnishes: Lime slices, orange slices or sliced bananas. 

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Banana Daiquiri on a tray with bananas, Bacardi rum, bowl of cherries.

If you are looking for a delicious dessert cocktail, give these Banana Daiquiris a try. They are quick and easy and so refreshing, perfect for any occasion. 

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Yield: 2 Cocktails

Banana Daiquiri

Banana Daiquiri with whipped cream, caramel drizzle and a cherry on top.

Banana Daiquiri cocktails are the ultimate tropical drink to instantly transport you to an island state of mind. Made with ripe bananas, rum, lime juice, triple sec, simple syrup and a touch of vanilla. Top it off with a little whipped cream and caramel sauce for a tasty dessert cocktail.

Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes

Ingredients

  • 2 cups ice
  • 2 ripe bananas, sliced
  • 4 ounces light rum
  • 1 ounce triple sec orange liqueur
  • 2 ounces simple syrup (recipe in notes)
  • juice from 1/2 lime
  • 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Optional Garnishes:
  • Sweetened whipped cream
  • Caramel Sauce
  • Maraschino cherries

Instructions

  1. Add ice to a blender with bananas, rum, triple sec and simple syrup.
  2. Squeeze the juice from half of a lime into the blender and add vanilla extract.
  3. Blend until smooth, about 1- 2 minutes.
  4. Pour into glasses. 
  5. Garnish with whipped cream and a drizzle of caramel sauce. To with a maraschino cherry if desired.

Notes

Rum: Dark Rum or Black Spiced Rum are also great in a banana daiquiri. We used Bacardi, use your favorite. Coconut rum is also a great option if you like coconut flavor.

Bananas: Use frozen bananas and skip the ice if desired.

Make it Creamy: Add a scoop of vanilla ice cream or 1/2 cup of whipping cream to the blender.

Simple Syrup Recipe: Combine 1/4 cup of sugar with 1/4 cup of boiling water. Mix until sugar is dissolved. Cool to room temperature before serving. Store simple syrup in an airtight container in the refrigerator up to 3 weeks.

Optional Garnishes: Lime slices, orange slices or sliced bananas.

Nutrition Information:

Yield:

2

Serving Size:

1

Amount Per Serving: Calories: 510Total Fat: 1gSaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 0gCholesterol: 2mgSodium: 154mgCarbohydrates: 79gFiber: 4gSugar: 64gProtein: 2g

Nutritional calculations are estimated and may not be accurate.

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