Chocolate Peanut Butter Smoothie (Print Version)

Rich chocolate and peanut butter blended with frozen banana and milk for a creamy, quick breakfast or snack.

# What You Need:

01 - 2 ripe bananas, sliced and frozen

02 - 1 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy alternative), 240 ml

03 - 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder

04 - 3 tablespoons creamy peanut butter

05 - 1 to 2 tablespoons maple syrup or honey, to taste

06 - 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

07 - Pinch of salt

08 - Whipped cream (optional)

09 - Chocolate shavings (optional)

10 - Crushed peanuts (optional)

01 - Place frozen bananas, milk, cocoa powder, peanut butter, maple syrup or honey, vanilla extract, and salt into a blender.

02 - Secure the lid and blend on high speed until the mixture is completely smooth and creamy.

03 - Taste and add additional sweetener if desired. Blend briefly to mix.

04 - Divide the smoothie evenly between two glasses.

05 - Top with whipped cream, chocolate shavings, and crushed peanuts if desired. Serve immediately.

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This smoothie tastes decadent yet secretly wholesome—like dessert for breakfast without any of the guilt.
It comes together in just minutes, making it my savior for rushed mornings or when I’m craving something chocolatey and cold on a whim.

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Once I used fresh bananas instead of frozen and it turned out way too runny—the shake only works when the fruit is frozen solid.
Adding even a pinch too much salt one day made me realize just how much it can amplify or overpower—less really is more here.

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Never overfill the blender—it needs room to work its magic for that airy, light texture.
A secret swirl of maple syrup right on top adds a glossy finish and a burst of sweetness in each sip.