Peanut Butter and Banana Smoothie

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This peanut butter banana smoothie is pure comfort in a glass! Rich, creamy peanut butter swirls with naturally sweet bananas to create an indulgent yet nutritious treat.

Perfect for busy days, post-workout fuel, or when you need a satisfying pick-me-up that feels like dessert but nourishes like a meal.

creamy Peanut Butter and Banana Smoothie

Variations & Substitutions

You can swap the peanut butter for almond or cashew butter for a different nutty twist. Want to make it extra special? Add a tablespoon of cocoa powder for a chocolate-peanut butter dream.

For a protein boost, I sometimes throw in a scoop of Greek yogurt or protein powder. Plant-based friends, this works beautifully with any non-dairy milk – almond, oat, or soy milk all blend up perfectly.

Peanut Butter and Banana Smoothie

Tips & Tricks for Perfect Results

Always freeze your bananas when they’re nice and ripe (those brown spots mean more sweetness!). I like to slice them before freezing – it’s much kinder to your blender.

Start with less milk than you think you’ll need; you can always add more, but you can’t take it away. And here’s my favorite tip: if you’re using a blender with a tamper, use it to help everything blend evenly without adding too much liquid.

glass of Peanut Butter and Banana Smoothie

Making the Recipe Stand Out

Try adding a dash of cinnamon – it adds such a wonderful warmth. I love creating different layers of flavor by adding a tiny pinch of salt to enhance the peanut butter taste.

For special occasions, I’ll top it with a swirl of coconut whipped cream and a sprinkle of chopped peanuts. Sometimes I’ll even blend in some quick oats for extra staying power – they make the smoothie incredibly thick and creamy.

Storage & Reheating

If you’re meal prepping, I recommend portioning out your ingredients in advance – keep frozen banana chunks and measured peanut butter ready to go. For busy mornings, you can blend everything the night before and store it in a sealed jar – it’ll be ready for you to grab and go.

Peanut Butter and Banana Smoothie

Natural sweetness from ripe bananas combines with nutty peanut butter for a protein-rich smoothie that keeps you energized all morning.
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creamy Peanut Butter and Banana Smoothie

Ingredients

  • 1 large frozen banana sliced
  • 2 tablespoons creamy peanut butter
  • 1 cup milk of choice
  • ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon brown sugar optional

Instructions

  • Add your sliced frozen banana, peanut butter, milk, vanilla extract, and brown sugar to your blender.
  • Blend everything until smooth and creamy.
  • If needed, adjust the consistency – add more milk if too thick, or more frozen banana if too thin.
Servings: 1 serving

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