Chocolate Peanut Butter Banana (Printable Version)

A creamy blend of chocolate, peanut butter, and banana for a quick, satisfying drink.

# What You Need:

→ Base

01 - 1 large ripe banana, peeled and sliced
02 - 1 cup whole milk or non-dairy alternative (240 ml)

→ Flavorings

03 - 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
04 - 2 tablespoons creamy peanut butter
05 - 1 to 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup, to taste

→ Add-Ins

06 - ½ teaspoon pure vanilla extract
07 - 1 cup ice cubes (120 g)

# How to Make It:

01 - Place banana, milk, cocoa powder, peanut butter, honey or maple syrup, vanilla extract, and ice cubes into a blender.
02 - Blend on high speed until completely smooth and creamy, approximately 30 to 60 seconds.
03 - Taste mixture and add additional sweetener if desired, then blend briefly to incorporate.
04 - Divide smoothie evenly between two glasses and serve immediately.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • It tastes like dessert but actually fuels your morning or afternoon without the guilt.
  • Everything comes together in five minutes—no excuses about not having time.
  • The creamy, rich texture from the banana and peanut butter makes it feel indulgent enough to satisfy any chocolate craving.
02 -
  • Frozen banana makes a thicker, more luxurious smoothie—if you have time, peel and slice ripe bananas, freeze them, and use those instead of fresh banana plus ice.
  • The sweetness depends entirely on your banana's ripeness and your peanut butter brand, so always taste before assuming you need to add more honey.
03 -
  • Add your liquid before your dry ingredients when blending—it helps everything move around instead of getting stuck at the bottom.
  • If you're making this for someone else, ask about their milk preference first; I once made it with coconut milk for someone who didn't mention they weren't a fan, and it changed the entire experience.

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