Chocolate Peanut Butter Protein Smoothie (Print Version)
Rich chocolate peanut butter smoothie bowl with fresh fruit toppings—perfect for nourishing mornings or snacks.
# Components:
→ Smoothie Base
01 - 2 large frozen bananas, sliced
02 - 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
03 - 2 tablespoons natural peanut butter
04 - 1 scoop (approx. 25g) chocolate protein powder
05 - 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk, plus more as needed
06 - 1 tablespoon chia seeds
07 - 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup (optional)
08 - Pinch of salt
→ Toppings
09 - 2 tablespoons granola
10 - 2 tablespoons sliced fresh strawberries
11 - 2 tablespoons fresh blueberries
12 - 1 tablespoon cacao nibs or mini chocolate chips
13 - 1 tablespoon unsweetened coconut flakes
14 - 1 teaspoon peanut butter, drizzled
# Method:
01 - In a high-powered blender, combine the frozen bananas, cocoa powder, peanut butter, protein powder, almond milk, chia seeds, honey (if using), and salt.
02 - Blend until smooth and thick, adding a splash more almond milk if necessary to achieve a spoonable consistency.
03 - Divide the smoothie base evenly between the two serving bowls.
04 - Artfully arrange the granola, sliced strawberries, blueberries, cacao nibs, coconut flakes, and a drizzle of peanut butter atop each smoothie bowl.
05 - Present and consume without delay using a spoon.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- Uses ingredients you already have in the pantry
- Takes only ten minutes from start to finish
- Naturally gluten free and easy to make vegan
- Creamy texture that truly feels like dessert for breakfast
- You can swap toppings depending on your mood or what’s in season
02 -
- High in protein for lasting energy
- Freeze extra banana slices to always be ready
- Customizable for allergies or dietary needs
03 -
- Use bananas that are deeply spotted and ripe before freezing for the best flavor and texture
- Chill your serving bowls ahead so the smoothie stays thick and cold longer
- Do not rush the blending step the longer you blend the creamier and more luscious the base becomes