Chocolate Banana Smoothie with a Hint of Peanut
Indulge in the rich and creamy goodness of this Chocolate Banana Smoothie with a Hint of Peanut—an irresistible blend of wholesome ingredients and decadent flavors! Perfect as a quick breakfast, post-workout boost, or satisfying dessert, this recipe combines ripe bananas, unsweetened cocoa powder, and a touch of peanut butter for a silky texture and nutty undertone. With just five minutes of prep, it’s a fuss-free treat that’s easily customizable with your choice of dairy or non-dairy milk. Sweeten naturally with honey or maple syrup, and elevate the experience with optional dark chocolate shavings for garnish. Packed with nutrients and bursting with chocolaty bliss, this smoothie is sure to become your go-to for indulgence and nourishment in every sip!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 large Banana
- 2 tablespoons Unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tablespoon Peanut butter
- 1.5 cups Milk (dairy or non-dairy)
- 0.5 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon Honey or maple syrup (optional, for added sweetness)
- 4 pieces Ice cubes
- 1 tablespoon Dark chocolate shavings (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Peel the bananas and break them into smaller chunks for easier blending.
In a blender, combine the banana chunks, unsweetened cocoa powder, peanut butter, milk, vanilla extract, and honey or maple syrup (if using).
Add the ice cubes to the blender for a chilled and frothy smoothie texture.
Blend the mixture on high speed until smooth, creamy, and well-combined, about 1-2 minutes.
Taste the smoothie and adjust sweetness if necessary by adding more honey or maple syrup, then blend again briefly.
Pour the smoothie into serving glasses.
If desired, garnish with dark chocolate shavings for an extra touch of indulgence.
Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
653 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 19.0 g | 24% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.9 g | 40% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 30 mg | 10% | |
| Sodium | 165 mg | 7% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 109.1 g | 40% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.6 g | 34% | |
| Total Sugars | 81.3 g | ||
| Protein | 20.1 g | 40% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.8 mcg | 19% | |
| Calcium | 496 mg | 38% | |
| Iron | 2.3 mg | 13% | |
| Potassium | 1715 mg | 36% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
