Creamy Chocolate Peanut Butter Smoothie
A thick, creamy smoothie combining rich chocolate and peanut butter flavors with protein-packed Greek yogurt and naturally sweet banana. Perfect for breakfast or post-workout fuel that tastes like dessert.
Ingredients
- 1 cup milk more or less to taste and as needed
- ½ cup Greek yogurt (plain or vanilla)
- 1 cup frozen banana slices
- 2 tablespoons creamy peanut butter I use all-natural, unsweetened peanut butter
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- Toppings (optional):
- Cocoa nibs
- Banana slices
- Peanut butter drizzle
Instructions
- Start with milk: Pour it in first so everything blends easily and doesn't get stuck on the blades at the bottom.
- Add everything else: Toss in the Greek yogurt, frozen banana, peanut butter, cocoa powder, and vanilla on top of that milk.
- Blend until smooth: Turn it on high and let it run for about a minute until there aren't any chunks left anywhere.
- Taste and adjust: Try it and add more milk if it's too thick or more banana if you want it thicker and colder.
- Pour and garnish immediately: Divide it between two glasses or jars and add your favorite toppings like cocoa nibs or banana slices if you want.
Notes
- Slice up ripe bananas and freeze them in bags ahead of time so you always have some ready to go.
- Stir your natural peanut butter really well before scooping it out because the oil separates and sits on top.
- Start with less cocoa if you're not sure how chocolatey you want it; you can always add more next time.
- This separates when it sits, so give it a good shake or stir before you drink it if it's been sitting.
- Want it vegan? Just use plant-based milk and yogurt; coconut yogurt is my favorite for this particular smoothie.