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A peanut butter banana smoothie is ideal for peanut butter lovers looking for a refreshing cold drink with a nutty flavor.

Vegan Peanut Butter Banana Smoothie Recipe

This peanut butter banana smoothie comes together in minutes. With only five ingredients, this smoothie makes for the perfect quick breakfast. If you’re in a rush, pour your peanut butter smoothie into a tumbler and go.

It’s a delicious drink. A healthy alternative to drinks loaded with sugar. Plus, it’s free! No more last-minute trips to the smoothie bar. This smoothie recipe saves you time. You’ll love the hint of spice you get from this beverage.

Better yet, if you’re tired of making smoothies with almond butter, this smoothie is a fantastic option if you want to switch things up.

Peanut butter is an excellent source of protein. Likewise, if you’ve been searching for smoothie recipes without yogurt, this is the perfect drink for you. Most smoothie recipes use Greek yogurt. However, you can enjoy this dairy-free option instead. This smoothie uses more than a tablespoon of peanut butter. This amount of peanut butter compensates for the absence of Greek yogurt and produces a creamy smoothie. This rich banana smoothie has a mild sweetness that goes well with the nutty flavor. By far, this is the easiest smoothie. Since there’s minimal prep, you can make this banana smoothie recipe in minutes.

Tips For Success: This recipe has not been tested with natural peanut butter. Organic peanut butter tends to be thicker and the oil separates after the first use. Typically, stirring organic peanut butter is enough to bring it back together. You may not get the same results when using natural or organic peanut butter.

Smoothie Ingredients

Banana – Frozen banana is used instead of ice cubes in this recipe. Frozen bananas enhance the peanut butter banana flavor.
Peanut Butter -I opted for creamy peanut butter. Making this recipe with chunky peanut butter may have a gritty texture.
Oat Milk –Instead of almond milk, I made the smoothie with oat milk. Of course, you can make smoothies with almond milk, but it may interfere with the taste. An almond can have an earthy or woody taste for some. Avoid substituting the milk for unsweetened almond milk. If you do this, you’ll lose some of that rich peanut butter flavor.
Cinnamon – In addition to peanuts, cinnamon adds spice for a more well-rounded flavor.
Nutmeg – Nutmeg has a mixture of sweet and nutty flavors, which pairs well with peanut butter.
Honey – Honey adds a slight sweetness that creates a nice smoothie. What’s more, the mild sweetness is great for those who dislike sugary drinks. Vanilla extract is a common choice for giving food flavor. But I think honey is an underrated ingredient.

How To Make A Peanut Butter Banana Smoothie

Freeze bananas: This is the only preparation required for this recipe. Chop the banana into pieces and transfer them into a freezer bag.

Prepare the ingredients: The next day the frozen bananas are ready to go. The only equipment you need is a blender. Add the banana, peanut butter, oat milk, cinnamon, and nutmeg. In addition to these spices, you can add a teaspoon of honey for a sweet, nutty flavor.

Serve: Pour the smoothie into a glass. Top it off with a few banana slices if desired. Serve and enjoy!

Variations

One of my favorite things about this smoothie is that it’s easy to customize. You can tailor it to your preference by adding an extra ingredient. Make a variation of this peanut butter banana smoothie recipe by adding ingredients like:

protein powder
chocolate collagen peptides
cocoa powder
chia seeds

When using protein powder, check the label to see what it says. Serving size will vary. A little goes a long way with these variations. For instance, when using cocoa powder, start with a few teaspoons. Taste and adjust if necessary.

Recipe FAQ

Why do people add peanut butter to smoothies?

Recipes with peanut butter add flavor and texture to a smoothie. Plus, peanut butter and bananas are a great combination.

Should I add milk or yogurt?

Add milk. Yogurt will make the smoothie too difficult to blend.

What is banana and peanut butter good for?

Banana prevents the smoothie from having a watery consistency. Of course, there are other benefits that bananas provide – like vitamins and Potassium. In addition, nut butter like peanut butter is a good source of fiber.

What To Serve With This Smoothie

Peanut butter banana smoothies pair well with a few different things.

chocolate chip bagels
muffins
chocolate chunk cookies

A smoothie is an excellent addition to your meal plans. Remember to print the recipe so you can save this recipe for later! Don’t have a place to store printed recipes? No problem! Print out these printables to set up your DIY recipe binder today.

Prep Time:5

Cook Time:0

Blend Time:2

Total Time:7

Equipment

1 Blender

Ingredients

1 banana frozen
1 ½ cups oat milk
1 tsp cinnamon
¼ tsp nutmeg
1 cup peanut butter
1 tsp honey optional

Instructions

Add the banana, peanut butter, oat milk, cinnamon, and nutmeg to the blender.
Blend for 1 minute.
Scrape down the sides and blend until smooth.

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Notes

Store in the refrigerator for up to 12 hours.
This recipe makes two 8 ounce smoothies.

Servings: 2 smoothies

Calories: 720kcal