Description
This Chocolate Peanut Butter Banana Shake is a creamy, nutritious smoothie blending ripe frozen bananas, natural peanut butter, and unsweetened cocoa powder for a rich, satisfying flavor. Enhanced with milk and optional Greek yogurt and sweeteners, it’s perfect for a quick breakfast or snack.
Ingredients
Scale
Shake Ingredients
- 2 ripe bananas, sliced & frozen
- 2 tbsp natural peanut butter
- 2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder (or chocolate syrup for sweeter version)
- 1 cup milk (dairy or plant-based)
- ½ cup Greek yogurt (optional, for creaminess)
- 1 tsp honey or maple syrup (optional, for extra sweetness)
- Ice cubes (optional, for thicker texture)
Garnish
- Crushed peanuts
- Cocoa powder
- Chocolate drizzle
Instructions
- Freeze bananas: Peel and slice the bananas, then place them in the freezer for at least 2 hours until fully frozen to create a thick and creamy smoothie base.
- Blend base: In a blender, combine the frozen bananas, milk, natural peanut butter, and cocoa powder. Blend on high until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
- Adjust consistency: Add Greek yogurt for extra creaminess, honey or maple syrup if you prefer a sweeter shake, and ice cubes if you want a thicker texture. Blend again until all ingredients are fully incorporated and smooth.
- Serve: Pour the shake into tall glasses. Garnish with crushed peanuts, a sprinkle of cocoa powder, or a drizzle of chocolate syrup for an appealing finish.
- Enjoy: Serve immediately with straws to enjoy while cold and creamy for the best taste and texture.
Notes
- Use frozen bananas to achieve a thick, creamy texture without needing ice cream or additional sweeteners.
- Replace milk with any plant-based alternative such as almond, oat, or soy milk for a dairy-free version.
- Add Greek yogurt to boost protein content and creaminess, or omit it for a lighter shake.
- Adjust sweetness according to taste by using honey, maple syrup, or chocolate syrup.
- For a vegan version, use plant-based milk, a vegan yogurt, and maple syrup instead of honey.
- Garnishes add a nice texture contrast and visual appeal but can be omitted for a smoother drink.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: chocolate peanut butter banana shake, healthy smoothie, creamy smoothie, peanut butter smoothie, banana smoothie, chocolate smoothie, quick breakfast, nutritious shake
