Description
Enjoy a creamy and nutritious Peanut Butter Banana Smoothie, perfect for breakfast or a quick snack. This delicious blend of ripe bananas, peanut butter, and your choice of milk is packed with protein and healthy fats, making it a great way to fuel your day!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ripe bananas
- 1 cup of milk (dairy or non-dairy, like almond or oat milk)
- 1/2 cup of creamy peanut butter
- 1 tablespoon of honey or maple syrup (optional, for sweetness)
- 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup of Greek yogurt (optional, for creaminess and protein)
- 1/2 cup of ice cubes (optional, for a chilled smoothie)
- 1 tablespoon of chia seeds or flaxseeds (optional, for added nutrition)
Instructions
- Select Your Bananas: Choose two ripe bananas with a few brown spots for optimal sweetness.
- Gather Your Other Ingredients: Ensure all ingredients are ready, including milk, peanut butter, sweetener, vanilla extract, Greek yogurt, ice cubes, and seeds.
- Measure Everything: Measure out all ingredients for a smoother blending process.
- Add the Bananas: Peel and break the bananas into chunks, placing them in the blender first.
- Pour in the Milk: Add 1 cup of your chosen milk, adjusting for thickness as desired.
- Spoon in the Peanut Butter: Add 1/2 cup of creamy peanut butter, adjusting to taste.
- Sweeten It Up: If desired, add 1 tablespoon of honey or maple syrup for extra sweetness.
- Add Vanilla Extract: Pour in 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla extract for enhanced flavor.
- Include Greek Yogurt: Add 1/2 cup of Greek yogurt for creaminess and protein (optional).
- Ice It Up: Toss in 1/2 cup of ice cubes for a chilled smoothie (optional).
- Nutritional Boost (Optional): Add 1 tablespoon of chia seeds or flaxseeds for extra nutrition.
- Blend It All Together: Blend on high for 30-60 seconds until smooth and creamy.
- Taste Test: Taste the smoothie and adjust sweetness or consistency as needed.
- Adjust Consistency: Add more milk if too thick, or more banana/yogurt if too thin.
- Choose Your Glasses: Select your favorite glasses for serving.
- Pour and Garnish: Pour the smoothie into glasses and garnish if desired.
- Enjoy Immediately: Serve fresh for the best flavor and texture.
Notes
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 24 hours, but expect slight texture changes.
- Freeze banana chunks and other ingredients in bags for quick smoothie prep.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes