Chocolate Peanut Butter Smoothie Banana (Print View)

A creamy blend of rich chocolate, peanut butter, and banana for a satisfying and nutritious drink.

# What You'll Need:

→ Fruits

01 - 1 large ripe banana, peeled and sliced

→ Dairy & Alternatives

02 - 1 cup milk (dairy or unsweetened plant-based)

→ Nut Butters & Spreads

03 - 2 tablespoons creamy peanut butter

→ Chocolate

04 - 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder

→ Sweeteners

05 - 1-2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup

→ Add-ins

06 - 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
07 - 1 cup ice cubes

# How to Make:

01 - Place the banana, milk, peanut butter, cocoa powder, honey or maple syrup, vanilla extract, and ice cubes in a blender container.
02 - Blend on high speed until completely smooth and creamy, approximately 30-60 seconds. Scrape down sides if needed.
03 - Taste the smoothie and add additional sweetener if desired. Blend briefly to incorporate.
04 - Pour evenly into two glasses and serve right away while cold. Optionally garnish with peanut butter drizzle or cocoa nibs.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • Tastes like a milkshake but happens to be packed with potassium and protein
  • Ready in under five minutes when you need something substantial fast
02 -
  • A frozen banana makes all the difference between a watery drink and a creamy treat
  • The smoothie thickens quickly so drink it within 5 minutes of blending
03 -
  • Use liquid sweetener rather than powdered to keep the texture perfectly smooth
  • Run the blender for an extra 10 seconds if your peanut butter is cold from the fridge

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