Description
Creamy peanut butter banana smoothie delivers a delightful blend of rich, nutty flavors and sweet tropical notes. Packed with protein and natural sweetness, this quick recipe offers a refreshing breakfast or energizing snack you’ll crave all day long.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 bananas, broken into chunks
- 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) peanut butter
- 2 cups (480 milliliters) milk
Base/Texture Ingredients:
- 2 cups (480 milliliters) ice cubes
Sweetener:
- 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) honey
Instructions
- Prepare a powerful blender and a serving glass for your smoothie preparation.
- Peel ripe bananas and break them into chunks to ensure easy blending and smooth texture.
- Add cold milk to the blender, which will help create a creamy consistency and enhance the drink’s overall smoothness.
- Incorporate smooth peanut butter, ensuring it will distribute evenly throughout the mixture for balanced flavor.
- Drizzle honey for natural sweetness, which will complement the nutty and fruity profile of the smoothie.
- Drop ice cubes into the blender to create a chilled and refreshing drink with a thick, frosty texture.
- Secure the blender lid tightly and process on high speed for 25-35 seconds until all ingredients are completely integrated and no visible chunks remain.
- Gently pour the smoothie into your prepared glass, allowing the creamy mixture to flow smoothly without splashing.
- Optional: Garnish with a light sprinkle of cinnamon or a banana slice on the rim for an elegant presentation.
- Serve immediately while the smoothie is cold and frothy for maximum enjoyment.
Notes
- Opt for ripe, spotty bananas to maximize natural sweetness and enhance the smoothie’s creamy texture.
- Freeze bananas beforehand for an extra thick and frosty consistency without adding more ice.
- Use almond or oat milk as dairy-free alternatives for those with lactose intolerance or following a vegan diet.
- Boost nutritional value by adding a scoop of protein powder or a handful of spinach for a hidden green boost without compromising the delicious flavor.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 minute
- Category: Smoothie
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 460 kcal
- Sugar: 33 g
- Sodium: 110 mg
- Fat: 16 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 57 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 14 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg