Peanut Butter Banana Shake (Print Version)

A creamy blend of bananas and peanut butter for a smooth and energizing start.

# What You'll Need:

→ 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

# How To Make It:

01 - Place bananas, milk, Greek yogurt, peanut butter, honey (if using), vanilla extract, and ice cubes into a blender.
02 - Blend on high speed for approximately 1 minute until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
03 - Taste the shake and add more sweetener if desired, then blend briefly to combine.
04 - Pour the smoothie evenly into two glasses and serve immediately.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • It's genuinely delicious enough that you won't feel like you're being virtuous, just happy.
  • Five minutes from craving to glass in hand, which means you actually make it on busy days.
  • The creamy texture comes from real ingredients, so it feels substantial even though it's technically a drink.
02 -
  • Overblending turns it grainy and warm instead of creamy and cold, so stop the moment it looks smooth.
  • Frozen bananas make it thicker and colder, which is a game-changer on hot mornings, but they need a second longer to break down.
03 -
  • Don't skip the Greek yogurt; regular milk and banana alone tastes thin, but that tangy thickness changes everything.
  • If your peanut butter sticks to the blender walls, blend the milk first for a few seconds to warm it slightly, then add the rest.
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