Chocolate Peanut Butter Protein Smoothie
A drinkable peanut butter cup with 43 grams of protein. This nourishing chocolate peanut butter protein smoothie is the perfect breakfast to keep you full.
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Smoothies get a lot of bad press: but the truth is, they don’t have to taste like grass or be loaded with sugar to be healthy. As a dietitian, they’re actually one of my favorite ways to sneak in protein and fiber in minutes. You just have to know how to make them right!
This chocolate peanut butter cup protein smoothie ticks all the boxes. It’s delicious (a must), but it’s also free from added sugars. And it’s somehow packed with 43 grams of vegetarian protein and 12 grams of dietary fiber to keep you full all morning long.
This easy smoothie recipe will become your new favorite for breakfast or snacks!
Why you’ll love it
Quick: This simple smoothie can be made in less than 5 minutes.
Easy: You don’t need to know how to cook to make this nutrient-dense smoothie.
Crave-worthy: Peanut butter and chocolate are the perfect pairing. You’re going to crave this healthy smoothie from the moment you wake up!
Filling: It’s loaded with protein and fiber so it will keep you full for hours.
Vegetarian: You don’t need meat to meet your protein goals when you can rely on recipes like this.
Ingredients
Here’s what you’ll need to make this tasty peanut butter cup smoothie:
- Banana — the more ripe, the sweeter your smoothie will be!
- Plain greek yogurt — you could swap for vanilla, but you won’t need to
- Cocoa powder — make sure to use unsweetened
- Chocolate protein powder — swap with any flavor you like (but don’t use unflavored)
- Peanut butter — for extra fats and that classic peanut butter taste
- Powdered peanut butter — optional, but highly recommended for more peanut flavor and an extra boost of protein
- Milk — I recommend dairy or soy for their extra protein, but use what you have
- Pinch of salt — this is included in most of my smoothies to balance flavors
How to make
You will be shocked at just how easy it is to make this chocolate peanut butter protein smoothie.
First, add all ingredients to a blender.
Then, blend on high speed until completely smooth, about 30 seconds. Serve and enjoy!
Dietary restrictions
Here’s how to tweak this recipe to fit your dietary needs:
- Lactose-free: Use lactose-free milk and a plant-based protein powder.
- Gluten-free: This smoothie does not contain gluten, but make sure all your products are certified gluten-free!
- Dairy-free: Swap milk for soy beverage or a plant-based milk of choice, and use a plant-based protein powder.
- Lower carb: Use 1/2 a banana and add 1/2 cup frozen cauliflower.
Where do I find powdered peanut butter?
Powdered peanut butter can be found in the health food section of most grocery stores. PB2, PB & Me, and PB Fit are popular brands.
Prep ahead instructions
This smoothie is best when it’s been blended right before eating.
To prep ahead, measure and store your banana, cocoa powder, protein powder, powdered peanut butter, and salt in the fridge or freezer. You can use a freezer-safe food container or silicone bag for this.
Then, pour the contents of your container into the blender when you’re ready to eat. Add greek yogurt, milk, and peanut butter, and blend until smooth.
Common questions
Yes! Use soy milk for extra protein. Or, you can use other plant-based beverages like oat, almond, or cashew if that’s your preference.
You can, but the taste might be more bitter!
This smoothie would pair well with a small scoop of frozen cauliflower or frozen zucchini. Both vegetables will minimally change the color and taste of the smoothie, but add a creamy texture.
I used the Chocolate Whey protein powder by Leanfit. Use whatever brand you enjoy!
For a thicker smoothie, use less milk, add ice, and/or use a frozen banana. For a thinner smoothie, use more milk and/or use a fresh banana.
Did you try this recipe?
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Chocolate Peanut Butter Protein Smoothie
Ingredients
- 1 ripe banana, fresh or frozen
- 1/3 cup plain greek yogurt
- 2 tsp unsweetened cocoa powder
- 3 Tbsp chocolate protein powder
- 1 Tbsp peanut butter
- 1 Tbsp powdered peanut butter, optional
- 1/2 cup milk, dairy or soy for protein
- pinch of salt
Instructions
- Add all ingredients to a blender.
- Blend on high speed until completely smooth, about 30 seconds.
- Serve and enjoy!
This healthy breakfast feels like such a treat!
Delicious! I add a handful of ice to the blender as well to make it nice and cold.
Just made this and it’s amazing. Love how much protein is in it!
I make this recipe at least once a week, many times twice. It’s my favorite!!
For some reason this recipe really appealed to me, so much that I even bought protein powder for the first time so I could make it. I used a frozen banana and regular plain yogurt because that’s what I had and it is just as delicious as i hoped it would be. So creamy and chocolately. I can wait to make it again tomorrow. And I’m so relieved to have a use for all the frozen bananas in my fridge besides banana bread!
So glad you enjoyed!! Thank you so much for taking the time to review 🙂