Small: £1.79
Medium: £2.19
Large: £2.69
The McDonald’s UK Banana Milkshake is a thick and creamy drink made with dairy and sweet banana syrup. It has a smooth texture and a bright yellow color.
A classic favorite, it’s perfect to enjoy with a meal or as a refreshing standalone treat.
Calories
Calories vary based on the size of the shake:
- Small: 192 kcal
- Medium: 328 kcal
- Large: 468 kcal (approx. 23% RI)
Ingredients
- Milkshake Mix: Reconstituted skimmed milk, sugar, cream (milk), skimmed milk powder, stabilizers (carrageenan, guar gum).
- Banana Flavour Syrup: Water, sugar, glucose syrup, flavoring, acidity regulator (citric acid), preservative (potassium sorbate), color (curcumin).
Nutrition
Typical values for a Medium Banana Milkshake:
| Nutrient | Amount | % RI |
| Fat | 6.3g | 9% |
| Saturated Fat | 4.1g | 21% |
| Carbohydrates | 59g | 23% |
| Sugars | 51g | 57% |
| Fibre | 0.5g | – |
| Protein | 8.3g | 17% |
| Salt | 0.49g | 8% |
Allergens
- Contains: Milk.
- Cross-contamination: There is a risk of cross-contamination with other allergens handled in the kitchen, particularly other dairy products.
FAQs
1. Does the Banana Milkshake contain real bananas?
No. The flavor comes from banana syrup, not fresh bananas.
2. Is the Banana Milkshake suitable for vegetarians?
Yes. It contains no meat or animal-based rennet.
3. Is the milkshake gluten-free?
The ingredients do not contain gluten, but cross-contamination is possible in shared equipment.
4. Why is the milkshake machine often “broken” or unavailable?
The machines undergo a daily heat-cleaning cycle, and if interrupted or failed, the machine locks until serviced.
5. Is the Banana Milkshake vegan?
No. It is made with a dairy-based mix containing milk and cream.