The Perfect Peanut Butter Banana Smoothie
Experience the timeless salty-sweet harmony of peanut butter and bananas in this ultra-satisfying blend. By using frozen bananas and protein-rich ingredients, this smoothie achieves a thick, soft-serve-like consistency that feels like a decadent treat but fuels you like a balanced meal. It’s the perfect, reliable go-to recipe for a quick meal or a guilt-free dessert alternative.
Equipment
- 1 Blender
Ingredients
- 1 cup milk of choice
- 1 large frozen banana (or 2 small/medium bananas)
- 1-2 tbsp natural peanut butter
- 1/4 cup Greek yogurt
- 1 tbsp chia seeds
- A pinch of sea salt to make the flavors pop
- 1 tsp vanilla extract or a dash of cinnamon (optional)
Optional Add-ins:
- 1 serving protein powder
- 1/2 cup frozen berries
- See the “Make It Your Own” section for more customization options
Instructions
- Add your liquid and peanut butter to the blender first.
- Add the yogurt, chia seeds, salt, and optional flavorings.
- Place the frozen banana on top.
- Blend on high until the mixture is thick and creamy. If it’s too thick, add an extra splash of liquid.
Notes
Make It Your Own
- 3 Ingredient Peanut Butter Banana Smoothie: Perfect for when you want a quick snack that isn’t too high in calories. Simply blend your milk of choice with 1 large frozen banana and 1 tbsp of peanut butter.
- Chocolate Peanut Butter Banana Smoothie: Add 1 tbsp of cocoa powder for a Reese’s style treat.
- Banana Peanut Butter Strawberry Smoothie: Add 1/2 cup of frozen strawberries for a fruity, PB&J twist.
- Weight Loss Version: For a healthier hack, swap half the banana for frozen cauliflower and use 1 tbsp of PB powder instead of full-fat butter.
- No Banana Version: If you're looking for a no-banana peanut butter smoothie, swap the banana for 1/2 an avocado and 1/4 cup of rolled oats.
Nutrition
Serving: 24 oz
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