This easy recipe for a banana peanut butter smoothie is all you need for all those busy mornings when you need something quick and easy to make in minutes. It's secretly healthy, gluten-free, dairy-free, naturally sweetened, 100% plant-based, and completely vegan. I couldn't wait to share with you this irresistibly tasty banana and peanut butter smoothie.
Simple. Creamy. Delicious. Chocolatey. So satisfying. So good.
It reminds me of a chocolate milkshake but without the ice cream. Just like this ultra-rich chocolate avocado smoothie I made recently.
Seriously, it tastes just like snickers bars in a drinkable form and no sugar added.
You can enjoy this decadent chocolate blend as a filling breakfast, as a nourishing after-workout snack, cold afternoon dessert, or sweet late-night treat. Believe me, it's possible to satisfy your sweet tooth without the guilt. And without compromising your healthy clean-eating lifestyle and weight-loss goals.
Let's make this fabulous shake that tastes like a dessert right now!
Peanut Butter and Banana Smoothie Ingredients
You'll need only 6 wholesome ingredients to whip up this nutrient-dense post-workout smoothie. Here they're:
- Banana (frozen, for the best texture)
- Peanut butter (click here to learn how to make natural homemade peanut butter)
- Non-dairy milk (I used homemade cashew milk)
- Old-fashioned oats (certified gluten-free)
- Raw cacao powder (unsweetened)
- Dates
As always, you can find the full recipe with a list of ingredients with measurements in a printable recipe card at the end of this post.
Time needed: 5 minutes.
How to make an easy chocolate banana peanut butter smoothie without yogurt?
- Blend the ingredients
Add all ingredients to a high-powered blender and blend until silky smooth and creamy.
- Serve and enjoy
Pour your energy-boosting smoothie into a glass, drizzle with peanut butter, banana slices, chopped dark chocolate, or roasted peanuts. You can add more nutritional boosters like crispy homemade granola, plant protein powder, flaxseed meal, hemp seeds, or chia seeds to make it even more filling. Enjoy!
FAQ
Each serving of this hearty breakfast smoothie provides you with countless benefits that are so good for you. It feeds you with an excellent amount of healthy fats and high-quality protein from peanut butter, a good portion of fiber from oats, and an abundance of flavanols that have powerful antioxidants and anti-inflammatory effects. Moreover, heart-healthy bananas and brain-boosting dates make this amazing chocolate drink perfectly sweet without the need for refined sugar. This fantastic milkshake-like smoothie will surely fill you up and keep you energized for hours.
Truly, this flavorful PB & Banana mix is weight-loss friendly. Since it's packed with vital vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, and is full of dietary fiber you can sip it to increase your energy after an intense workout. It'll undoubtedly satisfy your chocolate cravings and keep in check your weight loss goals. Lose weight effectively, feel refreshed, enjoy life to the fullest without any sacrifices. Your body will thank you, trust me.
Refrigerate your smoothie in an airtight container or jar for up to a day.
Why You'll Love This Healthy Banana and Peanut Butter Smoothie? It's:
- Mood-boosting
- Highly nutritious
- Kid-friendly
- Picky eaters-approved
- Improve your digestion
- Age reversing
- Mouthwatering
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Chocolate Banana Peanut Butter Smoothie
Equipment
- 1 Blender
Ingredients
- 1 banana frozen
- 2 tablespoon creamy peanut butter unsweetened
- ¾ cup dairy-free milk
- ¼ cup old-fashioned oats
- 1 tablespoon raw cacao powder unsweetened
- 2 dates pitted
Instructions
- Add all ingredients to a high-powered blender and blend until silky smooth and creamy.
- Pour your energy-boosting smoothie into a glass, drizzle with peanut butter, banana slices, chopped dark chocolate, or roasted peanuts. You can add more nutritional boosters like crispy homemade granola, plant protein powder, flaxseed meal, hemp seeds, or chia seeds to make it even more filling. Enjoy!
Nutrition
If you loved this chocolate banana & peanut butter smoothie let us know in the comments below. You can share a photo of it on Instagram with the tag @go_eatgreen and hashtag it #go_eatgreen. I would love to see your pictures and your comments just make my day!
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Love, Marinela💚
Anna
I'm constantly looking for after workout smoothy recipes. This one is so tasty and so filling it actually serves as a breakfast. Delicious and healthy.
Marinela
I'm glad you like this protein-packed smoothie, Anna. Thank you for your lovely comment!
Stef
I make peanut butter banana smoothies ALL THE TIME! I usually will splash chocolate milk or chocolate protein powder but never thought to add cocoa powder! Looks great, will try the addition!
Marinela
Oh, yes, cacao powder gives this simple smoothie that irresistible chocolate flavor. Thank you Stef, for sharing your thoughts with us!
Emily
This chocolate peanut butter smoothie is so creamy and delicious! A refreshing start to the day and it lasted me until lunch.
Marinela
I'm happy you like it, Emily, thank you for commenting!
Aneta
Pure joy ! 💜
Marinela
Thank you, Aneta, I'm so glad you like it!
Crystal Yentzen
This looks so delicious, and I love that you've added oats! Thanks for sharing!
Marinela
Thank you, too, Crystal, for sharing your feedback with us!
nancy
i make this smoothie ALL THE TIME!! it drinks just like a deesert!
Marinela
Me too 🙂 I'm so glad you like it, Nancy, thank you for commenting!
Ana
Filling, delicious, and packed with protein. I love this healthy breakfast idea. It's like having dessert for breakfast, but filled with nutrients!
Marinela
I'm glad you like it, Ana, thank you for your lovely comment!
Katie
This peanut butter banana shake is so delicious! I’ll definitely be making it again!
Marinela
I'm glad you liked it, Katie!