Breads and Breakfast
Skinny Chocolate Peanut Butter Banana Shake Recipe
This shake is my secret weapon for when those late-night sweet cravings hit but I want to keep things light. It is incredibly thick, rich, and tastes exactly like a frozen peanut butter cup, minus the sugar crash.
- Prep
- 5 min
- Serves
- 1
- Level
- Easy
- Per serving
- 285 kcal
Method
Place the frozen banana slices into the blender base first to ensure they hit the blades effectively.
Add the almond milk, Greek yogurt, cocoa powder, powdered peanut butter, and vanilla extract.
Top with the ice cubes to help push the other ingredients down.
Secure the lid and blend on high for 45-60 seconds or until the consistency is completely smooth and creamy.
If the shake is too thick, add an extra splash of almond milk. If you prefer it thicker, add 2-3 more ice cubes and blend again.
Pour into a chilled glass and serve immediately.
Notes
Use very ripe bananas with plenty of brown spots before freezing; they provide all the natural sweetness you need without adding sugar.
For the creamiest texture, peel and slice your bananas into 'coins' before freezing them in a single layer.
If you want even more protein, you can swap the cocoa powder for a scoop of chocolate whey or plant-based protein powder.
Adding a tiny pinch of sea salt really makes the chocolate and peanut butter flavors pop.
