Description
This Peanut Butter Banana Smoothie is a creamy, protein-packed drink that’s perfect for breakfast or a post-workout boost. Made with simple ingredients, it’s delicious, filling, and ready in just minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ripe banana (preferably frozen for a thicker smoothie)
- 1 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy)
- 2 tablespoons peanut butter
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt (optional for extra protein)
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon (optional, for extra flavor)
- 1 cup ice cubes
Optional Add-Ins for Extra Nutrition
- Chia Seeds: Add fiber and omega-3s.
- Honey or Maple Syrup: For natural sweetness.
- Protein Powder: Boost the protein content.
- Cocoa Powder: For a chocolate-peanut butter twist.
Instructions
- Gather Ingredients: Pre-measure everything. Use a frozen banana for a thicker smoothie.
- Blend Ingredients: Add banana, milk, peanut butter, Greek yogurt (if using), vanilla extract, cinnamon, and ice cubes to a blender.
- Blend Until Smooth: Start low, increase speed, and blend until creamy. Adjust thickness with milk or ice.
- Taste & Adjust: Add sweetness with honey or maple syrup. Adjust thickness with more ice or yogurt.
- Serve & Enjoy: Pour into a glass or travel cup.
Notes
- Optional Add-Ins: Chia seeds, honey/maple syrup, protein powder, or cocoa powder.
- Nutritional Benefits: High in protein, healthy fats, potassium, and gut-friendly probiotics.
- Smoothie Tips: Use frozen bananas for creaminess, soak your peanut butter spoon for easier cleaning, and experiment with add-ins like almond butter or flaxseeds.
- Smoothie Bowl Option: Reduce milk and top with granola, sliced bananas, and chia seeds.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Smoothie, Breakfast, Snack
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 smoothie
- Calories: 350-400 calories
- Sugar: 25-30g
- Sodium: 150-200mg
- Fat: 16-18g
- Saturated Fat: 3-4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10-12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40-45g
- Fiber: 5-6g
- Protein: 10-12g
- Cholesterol: 10-20mg
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