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Delicious Peanut Butter Banana Smoothie in a glass with a banana and peanut butter in the background

Peanut Butter Banana Smoothie

A creamy and nutty smoothie made with ripe bananas and peanut butter, perfect for a quick breakfast or post-workout snack.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 1 serving
Course: Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 pieces ripe bananas (frozen for extra creaminess, if desired) Using frozen bananas makes the smoothie creamier.
  • 2 tablespoons peanut butter (smooth or crunchy based on your preference) Adjust amount based on your preference for peanut butter.
  • 1 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy options like almond or oat milk) Choose your favorite type of milk.
  • 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup (optional, if you like it sweeter) Add to taste for extra sweetness.
  • handful pieces ice cubes Essential for a chilled, refreshing texture.
  • 1 tablespoon chia seeds or flaxseeds (optional, for added nutrition) Optional, adds nutritional value.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Start by gathering all your ingredients. If you’re using frozen bananas, that’s great for creaminess.
  2. Slice the ripe bananas into chunks for easier blending and add them to your blender.
  3. Spoon in the peanut butter.
  4. Pour in your milk, adjusting to your desired thickness.
  5. If desired, drizzle in honey or maple syrup for sweetness and blend until smooth.
  6. Add ice cubes and blend again for a chilled smoothie.
  7. Pour into a glass and enjoy, optionally topping with chia seeds or flaxseeds.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 10gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 150mgFiber: 6gSugar: 20g

Notes

This smoothie is versatile; you can also experiment with flavors like cocoa powder or cinnamon. For a vegan version, use almond or soy milk and maple syrup instead of honey. To save time in the mornings, pre-slice bananas and freeze them.

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