Sweet Banana Carob Shake
Cool, creamy, and naturally sweet, this Sweet Banana Carob Shake is the perfect guilt-free indulgence to satisfy your chocolate cravings. Combining the rich, earthy flavor of carob powder with the natural sweetness of ripe bananas, this vegan and dairy-free smoothie is a nutritious powerhouse. Almond milk forms the silky base, while a dollop of peanut butter adds a hint of nuttiness and protein. Infused with a touch of vanilla extract and optional honey or maple syrup for extra sweetness, this quick, five-minute recipe comes together effortlessly in a blender. Serve this wholesome shake as a refreshing breakfast, post-workout drink, or healthy dessert that’s brimming with irresistible flavor.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces ripe bananas
- 2 tablespoons carob powder
- 2 cups unsweetened almond milk
- 1 tablespoon peanut butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup ice cubes
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup (optional)
Instructions
Peel the ripe bananas and slice them into chunks for easier blending.
In a high-speed blender, add the banana chunks, carob powder, unsweetened almond milk, peanut butter, vanilla extract, and ice cubes.
If you prefer an extra touch of sweetness, drizzle in honey or maple syrup based on your taste.
Blend on high speed until the mixture becomes smooth and creamy.
Taste and adjust sweetness or thickness by adding more almond milk (to thin) or a few extra ice cubes (to thicken) if needed.
Pour the shake into two glasses and serve immediately. Enjoy your Sweet Banana Carob Shake!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
493 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 15.1 g | 19% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.5 g | 12% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 304 mg | 13% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 91.2 g | 33% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.5 g | 48% | |
| Total Sugars | 55.6 g | ||
| Protein | 9.9 g | 20% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.4 mcg | 22% | |
| Calcium | 918 mg | 71% | |
| Iron | 3.0 mg | 17% | |
| Potassium | 1248 mg | 27% | |
*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.
