Chocolate Peanut Butter Smoothie (Printable Version)
Creamy chocolate and peanut butter smoothie with banana and milk—quick, indulgent breakfast or snack.
# What You'll Need:
→ Base
01 - 2 ripe bananas, sliced and frozen
02 - 1 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy alternative)
→ Flavors
03 - 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
04 - 3 tablespoons creamy peanut butter
05 - 1 to 2 tablespoons maple syrup or honey, to taste
→ Enhancements
06 - 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
07 - Pinch of salt
→ Toppings (optional)
08 - Whipped cream
09 - Chocolate shavings
10 - Crushed peanuts
# How to Make It:
01 - Place frozen banana slices, milk, unsweetened cocoa powder, creamy peanut butter, maple syrup or honey, vanilla extract, and salt into a blender.
02 - Blend all ingredients on high speed until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
03 - Taste and adjust the level of sweetness as desired by adding more maple syrup or honey if needed.
04 - Divide the smoothie evenly between two glasses.
05 - Top each serving with optional whipped cream, chocolate shavings, or crushed peanuts. Serve immediately.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- This creamy smoothie is my secret weapon when I want something cold and chocolatey without the hassle of baking.
- The combination of flavors is so satisfying and easy, you’ll find yourself making excuses to blend one up again and again.
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- If you forget to freeze your bananas first, the smoothie comes out thin and a little lackluster—so prep them in advance.
- Skipping the pinch of salt sounds tempting, but even a little goes a long way to balance those flavors.
03 -
- Let your frozen banana slices sit out for three minutes before blending for a smoother texture.
- A tiny pinch of instant espresso powder takes the flavor to a whole new level, even if you’re not a coffee fan.