If you’re looking for a smoothie that tastes kinda like a milkshake or dessert, try this chocolate peanut butter smoothie with banana! With the addition of espresso powder and protein powder, this smoothie is incredibly rich in flavour and makes for a delicious breakfast or snack!
Hi friends!
This chocolate peanut butter smoothie hits very milkshake-like notes and tastes kinda like a dessert smoothie.
It’s probably because of the frozen bananas emulating creamy ice cream and cocoa powder giving that rich chocolate taste.
A little while back I started to get so tired of my regular ol’ breakfast. So, I had to mix things up.
I don’t know about you guys, but every single time I head out the door I have an arm-load of stuff.
In the morning, I take a smoothie, coffee and water. Three drinks! Yes, three!
Anyhow, I thought “how about I add that coffee flavour to a smoothie?”
Now I have one less thing to carry! Brilliant, huh? Not that brilliant, but it does taste dang delicious!! It makes for a wonderful breakfast smoothie, post-workout smoothie or snack.
Like any smoothie, you just throw all the ingredients in a blender, whiz up and serve. Nothing to it, right? Now, don’t ya want one?
Why We Love This Chocolate Peanut Butter Smoothie
- Like most smoothies, it takes minutes to whip up.
- The recipe can easily be doubled.
- It makes for an easy breakfast or snack.
- Chocolate peanut butter smoothie. In other words, it tastes amazing!
Do I Have To Use Protein Powder?
Not at all! You can omit should you wish and the smoothie will still taste delicious.
Can I Use Dairy?
Of course! You can use non-dairy options like almond milk, soy milk or oat milk. Alternatively, use your favourite dairy milk.
Tip: For a super treat (and to make things ultra chocolatey), use chocolate milk (or sub out some of the regular with chocolate).
Tips for Making This Recipe
- Use natural peanut butter to better control the sweetness.
- Use frozen bananas as this helps create a thick, lush and milkshake-like consistency to the smoothie. These are some tips on how to freeze bananas.
- If you need to thin things out, add a little more milk.
- If you want things sweeter, add some maple syrup to taste.
More Easy Smoothie Recipes
If you make this chocolate peanut butter banana smoothie, be sure to leave a comment below!
This smoothie recipe was originally published in January 2017 but has been updated.
Chocolate Peanut Butter Smoothie (With Banana)
Ingredients
- 2 frozen bananas, cut into chunks
- 2 cups almond milk
- 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
- 2 tablespoons natural peanut butter
- 1 tablespoon espresso powder, or to taste
- 1 to 2 scoops peanut butter protein powder, vegan and gluten free, if needed (optional)
- 1 cup crushed ice
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup, or to taste
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients in a blender and blend until smooth. Divide smoothie between two glasses. Serve and enjoy!Note: If you want things sweeter, add in some maple syrup to taste.
Notes
- Use frozen bananas as this helps create a thick, lush and milkshake-like consistency to the smoothie.
- If you need to thin things out, add a little more milk.
A note on times provided: appliances vary, any prep and/or cook times provided are estimates only.
Tried this recipe?
If you do make this recipe, thank you!! It would mean so much if you could leave a comment below. Love to know how you enjoyed it, and it helps other readers too!
Valentina
I’m loving this smoothie! There’s nothing like a healthful smoothie that tastes like dessert! The addition of the espresso powder is fantastic — and without it, my kids will love it, too. 🙂 ~Valentina
Dawn - Girl Heart Food
Thanks Valentina! Right there with ya!
David @ Spiced
I am totally making this one sometime soon! I feel like Spring just skipped us here as we have some rather hot days on tap soon. I’m thinking a delicious smoothie would be a great way to start the day. And peanut butter + chocolate in a healthy smoothie form? Yes, please! Oh, and that spoonful of espresso powder in there is awesome!!
Katherine | Love In My Oven
Dawn, I also always have a million things in my arms when I’m heading out the door. And I start the day with water, coffee and more coffee. Sometimes a smoothie an hour or so later 😉 I can’t wait to try this coffee-flavored “milkshake” smoothie!
Mary Ann | The Beach House Kitchen
Perfect for after my morning workout Dawn! Or as an afternoon pick me up. Love the added espresso powder. Pinned!
Marissa
Love this! It’s basically a license to have a milkshake for breakfast. I’m in!
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Thanks for bringing this beauty back!! The perfect combination to get the day started right!! XO
Dawn - Girl Heart Food
Aww, thank you, Annie! XO
Agness of Run Agness Run
Phenomenal, Dawn! My favorite three ingredients mixed together, simply love this smoothie!
Girl Heart Food
Thanks so much, Agness! It’s a go-to of mine for sure 🙂
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I am all about coffee but never though to add some in my smoothie!! And I bet it tasted so divine as all the ingredients goes so well together!! YUM!!
Girl Heart Food
Thanks Ami! It’s one of my favourite smoothies to make 🙂
Katie Crenshaw
Hmm…. never thought to add coffee to a chocolate peanut butter banana smoothie! Brilliant! You combined al my loves in one drink! Making this tommorrow morning!
Girl Heart Food
Yay! Hope you love it, Katie! Thanks so much! XO
lucie
I love a smoothie for a quick boost of nourishment to star the day….youve created the best combo of flavours here!
Girl Heart Food
Thanks so much Lucie 🙂 Appreciate the kind words!
Nicoletta @sugarlovespices
We need to make smoothies more often for our breakfast! This has all the flavors we love and it is so fast to make! Thanks for sharing! P.s. I am like you, I usually watch my hubby from the inside while he is “playing” in the cold with the BBQ 😉 .
Girl Heart Food
Yes, they are so quick, healthy and delicious! I’ve been making all kinds of combos, but this is definitely my favourite! Have a great weekend 🙂
Miriam - londonkitchendiaries.com
Smoothies are a great way to start the day and nourish the body! Your peanut butter, banana, cocoa and coffee smoothie sounds like a real treat – love the combination of peanut butter and banana and the addition of cocoa and coffee just brings it to the next level 🙂
Girl Heart Food
So true!! It’s my favourite smoothie lately 🙂 Plus, it’s a healthy way to enjoy that chocolate flavour first thing in the morning 😉