Description
A simple, creamy, nutritious smoothie made with milk, frozen banana, peanut butter, and vanilla extract. This recipe is loved for its bold flavor, smooth texture, and versatility. Perfect for breakfast, post-workout recovery, or a quick snack, it delivers balanced richness with minimal effort and maximum nourishment.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup milk
- 1 frozen banana, sliced into 1-inch pieces
- 1½ tablespoons creamy peanut butter
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- Optional: honey or maple syrup, to taste
- Optional garnishes: banana slices, chia seeds
Instructions
- Add milk, frozen banana, peanut butter, and vanilla extract to a high-speed blender.
- Blend until smooth and creamy.
- Adjust consistency by adding more milk (thinner) or more frozen banana/ice (thicker).
- Taste and add honey or maple syrup if extra sweetness is desired.
- Pour into glasses and serve immediately.
Notes
- Add cinnamon or cocoa powder for extra flavor.
- Use fresh banana plus a handful of ice if frozen bananas are unavailable.
- For vegan smoothies, use plant-based milk and nut butter.
- Smoothies store well for up to 24 hours; re-blend before serving.
- Add spinach, kale, or protein powder for extra nutrients.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Drinks / Smoothies
- Method: Blended
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 smoothie
- Calories: ~310
- Sugar: ~22 g
- Sodium: ~140 mg
- Fat: ~12 g
- Saturated Fat: ~3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: ~9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: ~42 g
- Fiber: ~5 g
- Protein: ~10 g
- Cholesterol: ~10 mg