Chocolate Peanut Butter Protein Smoothie (Printable Version)

Rich chocolate and peanut butter protein shake, thick from frozen banana, ready in minutes for a post-workout boost.

# Ingredient List:

01 - 1 1/2 cups unsweetened almond milk (or milk of choice)

02 - 1 ripe banana, frozen

03 - 2 tablespoons natural peanut butter

04 - 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder

05 - 1 scoop chocolate or vanilla protein powder (whey or plant-based)

06 - 1-2 teaspoons honey or maple syrup, to taste

07 - 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

08 - Handful of ice cubes (for extra thickness)

01 - Add the unsweetened almond milk, frozen banana, peanut butter, cocoa powder, protein powder, and sweetener to a blender.

02 - Add vanilla extract and a handful of ice cubes to the blender for enhanced flavor and a thicker consistency.

03 - Blend on high speed until the mixture is completely smooth and creamy, approximately 30 to 60 seconds.

04 - Taste the smoothie and adjust sweetness by adding more honey or maple syrup as desired.

05 - Pour into serving glasses and enjoy right away for the best texture and flavor.

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It tastes identical to a Reese's peanut butter cup but packs enough protein to keep you full for hours.
Five minutes and a blender are all you need, which means no excuses on busy mornings.

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Frozen banana is the entire secret to the texture, so peel and chop overripe bananas and keep a stash in your freezer at all times.
Adding protein powder to liquid before blending prevents those annoying dry clumps that stick to the sides.

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Freeze your bananas in slices instead of whole so your blender does not struggle and you get a smoother result faster.
A tiny pinch of salt in the blender amplifies both the chocolate and peanut butter flavors in a way that will surprise you.