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Chocolate Peanut Butter Banana Smoothie

This Creamy Chocolate Peanut Butter Banana Smoothie is packed with protein (no weird powder needed) and the perfect treat or breakfast.

  • Prep5 min
  • Cook1 min
  • Total6 min
  • Serves1

Published 2 Feb 2015

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two glasses of chocolate peanut butter smoothies with gray striped paper straws with a scoop of peanut butter and teaspoon of cinnamon

You’re going to love thisCreamy Chocolate Peanut Butter Banana Smoothie.It’s packed with protein (no weird powder needed) and the perfect treat or breakfast made with real ingredients.

There are a few combos you can’t go wrong with, and peanut butter, chocolate, and banana is one that will never get old!

two glasses of chocolate peanut butter smoothies with gray striped paper straws with a scoop of peanut butter and teaspoon of cinnamon

If you need an afternoon pick-me-up or even a lightened-up dessert, this easypeanut butter banana smoothieis absolute gold! With simple ingredients and the best creamy texture thanks to the banana, it’s sweet, peanut buttery, and filling without being too heavy. The use of Greek yogurt and optional collagen peptides adds a boost of protein, so yep, you could even have (or serve) this smoothie for breakfast! Chocolate and PB in the morning? Sign me up.

If you have a hard time getting little ones to eat “healthy” (i.e. fresh, green, or lean protein-filled foods), then this smoothie’s about to be your new bestie. It is SO good, and with only 5 necessary ingredients (plus 2 optional), it’s the easiest thing ever! Anytime I have bananas about to go bad, I like to chop them into about 1-inch pieces and stick them in a bag to freeze. They act as the “ice” in this smoothie, but won’t water it down like ice does. And banana adds an added element of sweetness and creaminess that is incredible. Satisfy that chocolate and peanut butter sweet tooth with this delicious smoothie!

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Ingredients:

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  • Banana– I like using frozen, chopped bananas to act as the chilling element to the smoothie. Plus, banana is a natural sweetener!
  • Cocoa powder-Use 2 to 3 tablespoons depending how rich of a chocolate flavor you prefer. Cocoa powder is a pure form of chocolate without added sugar, which makes it a lighter option than milk chocolate.
  • Peanut butter-PB is a delicious, nutty addition to smoothies for added protein.
  • Greek yogurt-You can go with plain or vanilla Greek yogurt. It gives the smoothie a creamier texture and more protein power!
  • Milk-Milk acts as the liquid to blend the ingredients together into a drinkable consistency. You can use cow’s milk or almond, whichever you prefer!
  • Optional sweetener & protein powder-If you use plain yogurt, you may want to add honey or maple syrup to naturally sweeten the drink, plus a scoop of protein powder will up the protein element.

See recipe card below for full information on ingredients and quantities

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Frequently Asked Questions:

Can I use overripe bananas in a smoothie?

Yes, as long as they’re not rotten! I do recommend freezing them first. Frozen bananas keep you from needing to use ice which can water down the flavor.

What can I add to my smoothie to thicken it?

If you like a thicker smoothie, use less milk. If you’ve already added too much milk, add an extra banana or yogurt and blend again to thicken.

two glass canning jars filled with peanut butter chocolate smoothies with paper straws next to two bananas and teaspoon of cinnamon

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