Description
Hey there, friend! Can you smell that? It’s the warm, toasty aroma of peanut butter meeting sweet, ripe bananas. This Peanut Butter Banana Smoothie tastes like a decadent milkshake but fuels your body like a champion. Perfect for breakfast, a snack, post-workout refuel, or even a dessert, it’s creamy, dreamy, and packed with wholesome energy.
Ingredients
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4 ripe bananas, broken into chunks (freeze if extra ripe)
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4 cups milk (dairy, almond, oat, or coconut)
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1 cup natural peanut butter
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4 tbsp honey (adjust to taste; or use maple syrup/agave for vegan)
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4 cups ice cubes (reduce to 1 cup if using frozen bananas)
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Optional twists:
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½ tsp cinnamon + 1 tsp vanilla extract
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½ cup plain Greek yogurt (protein boost)
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2 scoops vanilla protein powder
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Instructions
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Prep Ingredients: Peel and chunk the bananas. Measure milk, peanut butter, honey, and any optional ingredients.
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Layer Ingredients in Blender: Start with liquids (milk), then peanut butter and honey, followed by bananas and any powders, topping with ice. This prevents blades from getting stuck and ensures smooth blending.
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Blend: Start low, then gradually go high speed for 30–45 seconds until silky smooth. Add extra milk if needed.
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Taste & Adjust: Sweet enough? Add more honey. Too thick? Add more milk or ice. More peanut butter flavor? Toss in another spoonful.
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Serve Immediately: Pour into glasses or mason jars. Optional toppings: a swirl of peanut butter, a banana slice, crushed peanuts, or cinnamon dusting.
Notes
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Chocolate Peanut Butter Cup: Add 2 tbsp cocoa powder and chocolate protein powder.
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Tropical Twist: Swap peanut butter for almond butter, add frozen mango, and sprinkle shredded coconut.
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Green Power-Up: Blend in a handful of fresh spinach—you won’t taste it, but your body will love it.
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Coffee Kickstart: Replace 1 cup milk with cold brew coffee.
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Berry Delight: Add 1 cup frozen berries for a peanut butter and jelly vibe.
Nutrition
- Calories: ~250 cal Per Serving
- Fat: 13g
- Carbohydrates: 24g