Delish Chocolate Peanut Butter Smoothie

If a milkshake and a protein bar had a baby and raised it on Saturday morning cartoons, you’d get this: a thick, creamy Delish Chocolate Peanut Butter Smoothie that tastes like dessert but pretends to be breakfast. It’s cold, chocolatey, and quietly full of good stuff so you can sip smugly while your inner child high-fives you. I keep the ingredients basic: frozen banana, cocoa powder, peanut butter, milk (dairy or not, I don’t judge your fridge), a dash of vanilla, and a pinch of salt because we’re classy like that.

Last week, my husband asked if this was “a milkshake for dinner” and I said “it’s called balance, babe,” while our kid unsupervised a heaping tablespoon into a Mount Everest of peanut butter. Blender lid? Not fully secured. Kitchen? Speckled in chocolate like a Jackson Pollock, but stickier. The dog thought it was the best day of his life. Me? I scraped smoothie off the cabinets and called it a frosting facial. We all have our hobbies.

Time-Saving Hacks

– Microwave your peanut butter for 10–15 seconds so it actually leaves the spoon. Revolutionary, I know.
– Freeze banana slices flat in a bag so they don’t become one angry banana brick. Use a butter knife to break them up like the civilized gremlin you are.
– Skip measuring cocoa and just shake it in until it looks like you made a choice.
– Toss oats straight into the blender for thickness—no, I will not wash another bowl.
– Clean the blender by half-filling with hot water + a drop of soap and blending. Boom—self-washing robot. Kind of.

Serving Ideas

– Top with chopped peanuts and a drizzle of peanut butter for “I tried” energy.
– Add whipped cream if you’re having one of those days. Or wine, if the kids treated bedtime like a group project.
– Pour into a chilled glass so it stays thick and frosty while you pretend emails don’t exist.
– Make it a smoothie bowl if you want to chew your drink and also wash extra dishes for fun.

What to Serve It With

– Buttery toast with flaky salt, because we’re extra like that.
– A warm cinnamon waffle that conveniently catches drips like a syrup trampoline.
– Bacon, for chaos. Sweet + salty = harmony in this house.
– Apple slices or pretzels to dunk, because snacks that dip are inherently superior.
– Coffee on the side, or add a shot of espresso to the blender if you want to level up to Productive Adult Mode.

✔Tips & Mistakes

– Use frozen banana for thickness. Fresh banana = sad smoothie soup.
– Add a pinch of salt—it makes the chocolate taste more chocolaty. Science and vibes.
– If it’s too thick, splash in more milk; too thin, add more banana or a handful of ice.
– Cocoa powder beats hot chocolate mix unless you like mystery sweetness.
– Don’t overfill the blender unless your ceiling wants freckles.
– Add ice last so the blades don’t throw a tantrum.
– Want more protein? Scoop of protein powder or Greek yogurt. Vanilla is easiest; chocolate if you’re dramatic (me).

✔Storage Tips

Store it in the fridge… if there’s any left. Cold midnight leftovers? Sometimes better than fresh.
– It’ll keep 24 hours in a sealed jar; shake before drinking because separation is natural and also a lifestyle.
– Freeze extras in popsicle molds or ice cube trays—blend the cubes later with a splash of milk for a 30-second encore.

✔Variations and Substitutions

Swap whatever you want—sugar ↔ honey, soy sauce ↔ tamari, or skip steps and call it “deconstructed.” It still counts.
– Peanut butter → almond, cashew, or sunflower butter (nut-free heroes unite).
– Milk → oat, almond, soy, coconut—use what your fridge is hoarding.
– Sweetener → dates, maple, or none if your banana is living its sweetest life.
– Add-ins: chia/flax for adulting, cinnamon for warmth, a tiny pinch of cayenne for drama.
– Espresso shot for a mocha moment. Proceed with caution and productivity.
– Make it dessert: a scoop of vanilla ice cream and don’t message me about macros.

Frequently Asked Questions

Delish Chocolate Peanut Butter Smoothie

Creamy, chocolatey, and packed with peanut butter goodness, this quick smoothie blends up in minutes for a satisfying breakfast or snack.

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Prep Time: 5 minutes minutes

Total Time: 5 minutes minutes

Servings: 2

Calories: 120kcal

Ingredients

 

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Main Ingredients

• ▢ 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
• ▢ 1 frozen banana sliced
• ▢ 2 tbsp natural peanut butter
• ▢ 1 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
• ▢ 0.5 cup plain nonfat Greek yogurt
• ▢ 1 tbsp honey or to taste
• ▢ 0.5 tsp vanilla extract
• ▢ 1 cup ice cubes
• ▢ 0.125 tsp fine sea salt
• ▢ 1 tsp chia seeds optional
• ▢ 0.5 tsp instant espresso powder optional

Instructions

Preparation Steps

• Add almond milk, frozen banana, peanut butter, cocoa powder, Greek yogurt, honey, vanilla, and sea salt to a high-speed blender.
• Blend on high until smooth and creamy, about 30 to 45 seconds.
• Add ice and blend again until thick and frosty. For a thinner smoothie, splash in more almond milk; for a thicker one, add a few more ice cubes.
• Taste and adjust sweetness. If using, blend in chia seeds or espresso powder for a nutrient boost or mocha flavor.
• Pour into two glasses and serve immediately.

Notes

For a dairy-free version, swap Greek yogurt with a dairy-free yogurt or an extra 0.25 cup of almond milk plus 1.0 tbsp peanut butter. Use maple syrup instead of honey to make it vegan.