Description
Peanut butter smoothie brings creamy, protein-packed delight to wellness enthusiasts seeking delicious nutrition. Blended with natural ingredients and smooth richness, this smoothie offers quick energy and satisfying flavor you’ll crave after workouts or midday breaks.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein Base:
- 1 scoop (20-25 grams) protein powder (whey, pea, or hemp protein)
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt (or plant-based yogurt for a vegan option)
Fruits and Nuts:
- 1 ripe banana
- 2 tablespoons natural peanut butter (unsweetened and without added oils)
Additional Ingredients:
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk (or any milk of your choice)
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds or ground flaxseeds
- 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup (optional, adjust to taste)
- Ice cubes (optional, for a chilled smoothie)
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients including ripe banana, natural peanut butter, unsweetened almond milk, plain Greek yogurt, chia seeds, protein powder, and vanilla extract in one workspace.
- Place ripe banana, peanut butter, almond milk, Greek yogurt, chia seeds, protein powder, and vanilla extract into a high-powered blender.
- For enhanced sweetness, consider incorporating a touch of honey or maple syrup, recognizing that the banana and protein powder already contribute natural sweetness.
- Activate the blender and pulse ingredients until achieving a velvety, uniform consistency, ensuring no lumps remain.
- For a refreshingly chilled texture, introduce a handful of ice cubes during the blending process and continue mixing until smoothly integrated.
- Pause blending and conduct a taste test, making subtle adjustments to sweetness or flavor profile as desired.
- Transfer the creamy mixture into a tall glass, creating visual appeal by drizzling additional peanut butter or sprinkling extra chia seeds across the surface.
- Consume immediately to preserve optimal temperature, nutritional integrity, and enjoy the robust, protein-enriched beverage.
Notes
- Customize the smoothie’s thickness by adjusting the liquid. Add more almond milk for a thinner consistency or reduce it for a thicker, more indulgent texture.
- Experiment with protein powder varieties like whey, plant-based, or collagen to match dietary needs and flavor preferences.
- Boost nutritional value by incorporating additional superfoods like spinach, kale, or a scoop of matcha powder without compromising the delicious peanut butter taste.
- Create a frozen version by using frozen banana chunks instead of fresh, which intensifies the creamy texture and provides a frostier smoothie experience.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Smoothie
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 5mg