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Protein-Packed Peanut Butter Banana Smoothie Bowl

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A creamy, thick smoothie bowl blending peanut butter and ripe bananas for a protein-rich, healthy breakfast or snack that’s quick and easy to make.

Ingredients

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  • 2 ripe bananas, frozen
  • 3 tablespoons natural peanut butter
  • 1/2 cup (about 120g) Greek yogurt, plain or vanilla
  • 1/2 cup (120ml) almond milk or milk of choice, unsweetened
  • 1 scoop vanilla or unflavored whey or plant-based protein powder (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup (optional)
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1 tablespoon chia seeds or hemp seeds (optional)
  • Toppings (optional): sliced fresh banana or berries, granola or toasted nuts, drizzle of peanut butter or honey, coconut flakes or cacao nibs

Instructions

  1. Peel and slice 2 ripe bananas, then freeze for at least 2 hours or overnight.
  2. Measure out 3 tablespoons peanut butter, 1/2 cup Greek yogurt, 1/2 cup almond milk, 1 scoop protein powder, 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup, 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract, and 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon.
  3. Add frozen banana slices, peanut butter, Greek yogurt, almond milk, protein powder, honey, vanilla, and cinnamon into a high-speed blender.
  4. Blend on high for about 30-45 seconds until smooth and thick, stopping to scrape down the sides if needed.
  5. Check consistency; if too thick, add milk 1 tablespoon at a time; if too thin, add more frozen banana slices or a few ice cubes.
  6. Toss in chia or hemp seeds and pulse a few times to mix evenly without breaking them down.
  7. Pour the smoothie mixture into a bowl and top with your choice of sliced bananas, berries, granola, nuts, peanut butter drizzle, or other toppings.
  8. Serve immediately for best texture and flavor.

Notes

Freeze bananas in a single layer on parchment paper to avoid clumping. Use ripe bananas for natural sweetness. Avoid overblending seeds to preserve texture and nutrition. Adjust milk quantity slowly to achieve desired thickness. Clean blender immediately after use to prevent sticky buildup. Protein powder is optional but recommended for extra protein. For nut-free version, substitute peanut butter with sunflower seed butter or tahini.

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