Description
A thick, creamy, and delicious Chocolate Peanut Butter Banana Smoothie made with simple, wholesome ingredients like frozen bananas, milk, Greek yogurt, peanut butter, cocoa powder, and vanilla extract. Perfect for a satisfying breakfast or snack that tastes like a milkshake but is packed with protein and fiber.
Ingredients
Scale
Smoothie Ingredients
- 3/4 cup milk (more or less to taste and as needed)
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt (plain or vanilla)
- 2 cups frozen banana slices (or 2 cups sliced fresh bananas and 4-6 ice cubes)
- 2 tablespoons creamy peanut butter (all-natural, unsweetened preferred)
- 1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: Place milk, Greek yogurt, frozen banana slices, peanut butter, cocoa powder, and vanilla extract into a high-powered blender.
- Blend Smoothly: Blend on high speed until the mixture is smooth and creamy, ensuring no chunks remain.
- Adjust Consistency: If the smoothie is too thick, gradually add more milk and blend again until the desired consistency is reached. If too thin, add a few ice cubes and blend until thickened.
- Serve: Pour into glasses and enjoy immediately for the best flavor and texture.
Notes
- Use frozen bananas for a naturally creamy and cold smoothie without needing much ice.
- All-natural, unsweetened peanut butter reduces added sugars and provides a rich nutty flavor.
- Vanilla extract enhances the overall flavor and adds sweetness without extra sugar.
- Optional: Substitute dairy milk with plant-based milk for a dairy-free version.
- For added protein, increase the amount of Greek yogurt or peanut butter.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 smoothie
- Calories: 282 kcal
- Sugar: 27 g
- Sodium: 83 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 48 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 11 g
- Cholesterol: 8 mg
