Peanut Butter Banana Shake (Print)

A creamy blend of ripe bananas and nutty peanut butter for a smooth, energizing morning shake.

# Components:

→ Fruit

01 - 2 ripe bananas, peeled and sliced

→ Dairy/Alternatives

02 - 1 cup milk (dairy or plant-based)
03 - ½ cup plain Greek yogurt (or dairy-free yogurt)

→ Nut Butters

04 - 3 tablespoons creamy peanut butter

→ Sweeteners & Add-Ins

05 - 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup (optional)
06 - ½ teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
07 - ½ cup ice cubes

# Directions:

01 - Place bananas, milk, Greek yogurt, peanut butter, honey (if using), vanilla extract, and ice cubes into a blender.
02 - Blend on high speed until smooth and creamy, approximately 1 minute.
03 - Taste the smoothie and add additional sweetener if desired.
04 - Pour evenly into two glasses and enjoy immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It comes together in under five minutes, which means you can make it even on your most chaotic mornings.
  • The combination of banana and peanut butter is naturally filling and keeps you satisfied for hours.
  • You can easily tweak it to match your dietary needs or mood without losing that signature creamy texture.
02 -
  • If your blender struggles with ice, let the cubes sit at room temperature for a minute or use frozen banana slices instead.
  • Don't skip the yogurt, it's what gives the smoothie that thick, spoonable consistency that makes it feel substantial.
03 -
  • Freeze overripe bananas in slices so you always have them ready, and they make the smoothie even creamier without needing as much ice.
  • If you want a thicker consistency, reduce the milk slightly or add an extra spoonful of yogurt.
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