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This Peanut Butter Banana Smoothie recipe is a creamy, smooth and nutty drink with 12 grams of protein per serving and ready in just 5 minutes. This smoothie is a great option if you’re looking for a quick and easy breakfast or snack that is filling and delicious!
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There’s nothing I love more than starting my day off with a smoothie. While I usually lean towards my classic Acai Smoothie or Chia Seed Smoothie for breakfast, sometimes I’m craving something that has a little bit more of a *dessert for breakfast* kinda vibe.
And that’s where this Peanut Butter Banana Smoothie comes in. Peanut butter and banana and such an elite combo. and while I love the combo in baked goods like these Peanut Butter Oatmeal Bars, it’s also amazing blended into a delicious breakfast smoothie.
I’ve been developing smoothie recipes for over a decade on my blog and Instagram and this Peanut Butter Banana Smoothie is a new favourite. It’s packed with 12 grams of protein, 4 grams of fibre and 318 calories per serving and can be enjoyed for breakfast, a snack or even as a healthy dessert. It’s made with a base of frozen bananas that gives the smoothie a creamy texture and has chia seeds in it for an extra nutritional boost.
Recipe Highlights
- Only 5 ingredients
- Ready in 5 minutes
- Naturally vegan, gluten-free and refined sugar-free
- Packed with protein and fibre
- Perfect for peanut butter lovers. If you can’t get enough peanut butter also try this Peanut Butter Chia Pudding!
Key Ingredients And Substitutions
- Banana: Use a banana of your preferred ripeness. I like to yellow bananas and I save my really spotty bananas for Almond Flour Banana Muffins.
- Peanut butter: natural, creamy or any kind you like. They’ll all taste great in this smoothie! Use any leftover peanut butter to make a batch of these No Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Protein Bars.
- Chia seeds: chia seeds aren’t just for making chocolate chia seed pudding. They’re great to add to smoothies for extra nutrients and help to thicken the smoothie.
How To Make A Peanut Butter Banana Smoothie
Step 1: Add all the smoothie ingredients to a high-speed blender. (Tip: add liquid ingredients to your blender first. This will make it easier to blend.)
Step 2: Blend until everything is combined. Make sure to blend for about 30 seconds so all the banana gets blended in. The consistency of the smoothie should be thick and viscous.
Step 3: Pour into a glass and serve right away!
Smoothie Add-ins
One thing I love about this Peanut Butter Banana Smoothie is how versatile it is. You can modify this smoothie with your favourite add-ins and mix-ins. Here are a few suggestionsL
- A scoop of protein powder
- 1-2 tablespoons of hemp seeds
- 1/2 tbsp ground flax seeds
- 1 tbsp honey or agave
- 1 tbsp Cocoa powder to turn it into a chocolate banana smoothie
- 2 tbsp oats
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of nutmeg
- 1/4 cup yogurt
- Berries
Jess’s Tips
- Add ingredients in the right order: Add liquids to the blender first, followed by fresh ingredients and mix-ins, then frozen ingredients on top. This helps everything blend smoothly.
- Cut frozen bananas into pieces: Smaller chunks blend much easier and prevent your blender from getting stuck.
- Use ice if using fresh bananas: If your banana isn’t frozen, add a handful of ice so the smoothie doesn’t turn out too thin.
- Keep frozen bananas on hand: When bananas ripen, peel them and store them in a freezer-safe bag so you’re always ready to make smoothies.
- Use less liquid at first: Start with slightly less liquid and add more if needed. It’s easier to thin out a smoothie than fix one that’s too runny.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, you can make it the night before, but it’s best enjoyed fresh. If prepping ahead, omit the chia seeds since they will thicken the smoothie too much.
Yes, banana smoothies can support a healthy diet since bananas are rich in fibre and nutrients that help keep you full, though they are naturally high in sugar so moderation is key.
Yes, you can replace the banana with ingredients like frozen mango like I use in this Mango Avocado Smoothie, frozen coconut, cauliflower, avocado, coconut cream or Greek yogurt.
Try These Smoothies Next!
If you tried this Strawberry Banana Chia Seed Smoothie or any other recipe on the blog let me know how you liked it by leaving a comment/rating below! Be sure to follow along on Pinterest, Instagram and Facebook for even more deliciousness!
Peanut Butter Banana Smoothie
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 1 smoothie
- Category: Drink
- Method: Blend
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Description
This Peanut Butter Banana Smoothie is packed with 12 grams of protein and only has 5 simple ingredients for a delicious and filling smoothie packed with peanut buttery goodness!
Ingredients
- 1 large banana, frozen (or 2 small bananas)
- 2 tbsp peanut butter (I use natural)
- 1 tsp chia seeds
- 1/4 tsp cinnamon
- 1–1/2 cups unsweetened almond milk
Instructions
- Add all the ingredients to a high speed blender and blend until smooth and creamy.
- Pour into a glass and enjoy!
Notes
For easier blending, cut the frozen banana into small pieces.
Add liquid ingredients to the blender first. Then add fresh ingredients, mix-inns, then frozen ingredients on top. This will make it easier for everything to blend together.
If using fresh bananas make sure to add a handful of ice. Otherwise you’ll end up with a very liquidy smoothie.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 smoothie
- Calories: 318
- Sugar: 17g
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 12g
Absolutely love this recipe! I added in a bit of honey and it was perfect. It taste just like the smoothie I get from Tropical Smoothie Cafe, 10/10 recommend 🙂
Absolutely love this recipe! I added in a bit of honey and it was perfect. It taste just like the smoothie I get from Tropical Smoothie Cafe, 10/10 recommend ?
(I am posting again because I forgot to leave star rating in my first post)
So happy you enjoyed it Lana! Thank you for the star-rating. It goes a long way 🙂