Peanut Butter Cup Smoothie
Indulge your sweet tooth guilt-free with this rich and creamy Peanut Butter Cup Smoothie, a heavenly blend of wholesome ingredients for a deliciously satisfying treat. Featuring the natural sweetness of a ripe banana, the nutty richness of peanut butter, and the chocolatey goodness of unsweetened cocoa powder, this smoothie strikes the perfect balance between flavor and nutrition. With just five minutes of prep time, it’s a quick and easy option for breakfast, a post-workout snack, or a healthy dessert. Customize with a splash of Greek yogurt for added creaminess, a drizzle of honey or maple syrup for extra sweetness, and a sprinkling of chocolate chips for a decadent touch. Whether you use dairy or plant-based milk, this frosty, protein-packed smoothie is sure to become your go-to indulgence!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 large Banana
- 2 tablespoons Peanut butter (creamy or crunchy)
- 1 tablespoon Unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup Milk (dairy or plant-based)
- 1 quarter cup Greek yogurt (optional, for creaminess)
- 1 teaspoon Honey or maple syrup (optional, for sweetness)
- 4 pieces Ice cubes
- 1 tablespoon Chocolate chips or chopped dark chocolate (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Peel the banana and break it into chunks. Add it to a blender.
Add the peanut butter, cocoa powder, milk, Greek yogurt, and honey or maple syrup (if using) into the blender.
Toss in the ice cubes for a frosty texture.
Blend all ingredients on high speed until smooth and creamy, about 1-2 minutes.
Taste and adjust the sweetness or consistency if needed. You can add more milk for a thinner smoothie or a bit more honey for extra sweetness.
Pour into a glass and garnish with chocolate chips or chopped dark chocolate (if desired).
Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
678 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 25.5 g | 33% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.6 g | 43% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 28 mg | 9% | |
| Sodium | 330 mg | 14% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 73.1 g | 27% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.8 g | 24% | |
| Total Sugars | 52.1 g | ||
| Protein | 34.7 g | 69% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.5 mcg | 12% | |
| Calcium | 520 mg | 40% | |
| Iron | 1.9 mg | 11% | |
| Potassium | 1342 mg | 29% | |
*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.
