chocolate peanut butter smoothie

All you need is some frozen bananas, peanut butter, soy milk (or other non-dairy milk), fresh dates and some cocoa powder on hand to make this smoothie. Thanks, Dannii! :). ★☆. Definitely helped me satisfy my sweet craving! I use one cup of liquid and two cups of ice and that seems to do the trick for creating the perfect consistency of this chocolate peanut butter smoothie. Thanks for posting and your awesome review! Kelly // The Pretty Bee: Allergy Friendly Eats says, Your email address will not be published. So delicious! I think you'll love this, Amanda! :). Wow this is so easy to make. Another reason I used dates to sweeten up the recipe is that I don’t like artificial sweeteners. Chocolate + PB combo always rocks and that video rocks friend!! :), I would love to have a glass of this right now♥ Woot woot!!!! UNITS: US. You can find cacao powder at all grocery stores. :), I'm a huge fan of peanut butter, Gayle and this smoothie looks fabulous! This smoothie looks like a great post workout snack! Super Creamy 5-Ingredient Blueberry Banana Smoothie. Please do us a favor and rate the recipe as well as this really helps us! Like a chocolate milkshake, but super healthy! This is my favorite smoothie right now...I love the rich taste and the fact that it's secretly healthy! Ready in 5 minutes. In the meantime, I’ve been creating more carb-conscious or low carb smoothies that are higher in protein and lower in carbs. Chocolate Peanut Butter Cup Smoothie?! This Chocolate Peanut Butter Smoothie recipe works great as either a breakfast or snack option, keeping me full and satisfying a sweet craving at the same time. I’ve also enjoyed this smoothie for a snack during the day, in between lunch and dinner, and it definitely satisfied me and held me over until dinner time. It doesn't get much better than chocolate and peanut butter! Chocolate & peanut butter go soooo great together! Place all ingredients into a blender and blend until smooth. The video isn't great, but I'm happy I at least got my first one over with...whew! 1 ⁄ 4. cup smooth peanut butter… And peanut butter….we can’t forget that. *Medjool dates are good for this as they are nice and soft and blend very nicely, but you can definitely substitute for any other kind of date or a different kind of sweetener such as a tablespoon or two of maple syrup if you prefer. I've been making this smoothie WAY too much...I just love it! My favorite flavors, all together! Servings 1. ★☆ I love that, Gayle! Even though something's going on with my tastebuds and PB tastes funky I'm still in love with this and I'm sure other nut butters would be great in this too :), Copyright ©2020, Pumpkin 'N Spice. This is right up my alley!! It’s makes a delicious breakfast or mid-morning snack to keep you full and satisfied. Thanks for sharing. Yummy! Thanks for the smoothie love and pin, Mira! You can also add a couple of teaspoons of pure maple syrup instead. INGREDIENTS Nutrition. Thanks for the smoothie love, Kristine! When you first start drinking this, you might need to add a little more sweetness to counterbalance the bitterness of the cacao powder. Wow looks amazing with that peanut butter cup topping! :), Dear Gayle, I am all over this!! Thanks for the sweet comment, Alice! It’s so delicious you’re not going to want to wait, so that part will be easy! I will have to try this smoothie. Thank you! And great job on your first video, Gayle! You will NEVER see me saying no to chocolate and peanut butter for breakfast! :), This smoothie looks amazing! Thanks so much, Kelly! Kelly // The Pretty Bee: Allergy Friendly Eats. This is my new favorite thing in life. Not sure about breakfast for me but I could sure whip this up for an afternoon pick me up!!!!! Comment document.getElementById("comment").setAttribute( "id", "a3803f4dcecee9e5ff2a9379a28df50e" );document.getElementById("ae52500466").setAttribute( "id", "comment" ); Hi I’m Alison Andrews! Please would somebody make this for me every single day?? The most helpful comments are the ones that give useful feedback for others who might make the recipe, tell about substitutions you made or adjustments you made and how it turned out, or assisting other commenters. Your email address will not be published. If it’s frozen, that’s even better and it will definitely give you that thick smooth consistency. I love how easy this is, too! 39 People talking Join In Now Join the conversation! Thank you, Cailee! I've been making this at least twice a week...I'm hooked! In all of my smoothie recipes, I use unsweetened coconut milk. Thanks, Ashley! So delicious! This Chocolate Peanut Butter Cup Smoothie tastes like you drinking a chocolate shake, swirled with peanut butter. / Site by. The best price that I have found is online from Thrive Market because they can offer their own brand for a really good price. Just 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract makes it taste like a milkshake. Delicious! Yay, you did a great job on your first video, Gayle! *Feel free to use a different non-dairy milk if you prefer. So, obviously, I just had to share this with you. This smoothie is right up my alley, Gayle! Of course, if you want a rich and thick smoothie consistency and you’re not overly concerned with carbs, then you can add in a medium-sized banana. Dessert for breakfast is the best, especially when it's healthy! I used vanilla extract in this smoothie to add even more flavor. I make one just about every morning so I definitely need to give this a whirl! This information will not be used for any purpose other than enabling you to post a comment. Thank you, Sarah! I truly think that’s the best way to prep smoothies ahead of time! It’s 28 grams of carbs, 14 grams of sugar, 8 grams of fiber, and 14 grams of protein making this a delicious carb-conscious breakfast (or snack) that will keep you full and satisfied. This Chocolate Peanut Butter Cup Smoothie is smooth, creamy, and packed with vitamins and nutrition. Breakfast Drinks Healthy Snacks Smoothies and Shakes. So, while these sugar and carbs are coming from healthy sources, if you’re watching carbs then it could be a problem. :) Thanks, Taylor! Add in all the ingredients into a high power blender and blend. Other types of peanut butter are often made with added sugar, hydrogenated oils; and you don’t want to have any of those ingredients in a smoothie that is meant to be healthy. Thank you, Blair! I think that organic peanut butter is the best for this recipe because it’s the healthiest. Hi there! Thank you, Marcie! This recipe will make you feel like you are indulging, minus the guilt. Add 2 tablespoon cocoa powder, then add 1 to 2 tablespoons maple syrup or honey to sweeten. While I don’t plan on giving up smoothies forever (heck no), I am taking a break from my typical fruit smoothie for a little bit. However, once you get used to it, you’ll enjoy the chocolate flavor it brings. Gahhh! Thank you! I love making delicious vegan food and creating delicious vegan versions of all your old favorite dishes, so you can have your vegan cake and eat it too! ★☆ I used organic oat milk instead of soy milk and left out the optional toppings. Comment Policy: Your feedback is really appreciated! Chocolate Peanut Butter Smoothie. Chia seeds add omega-3 fatty acid fiber and protein, and it’s one of my favorite superfoods to add in smoothie recipes. Thank you, Catherine! Super simple and easy to make, but oh so so so good! I love it. It's the best smoothie for a Wednesday! I love how simple this smoothie is. I’ve been drinking them for YEARS and really feel like they are the perfect way to get a huge boost of fruits and veggies first thing in the morning. It’s all about chocolate today, friends. . :). I love the garnish too! Yes, that’s a real word. I give this smoothie an official A+. In this smoothie recipe, I used creamy organic peanut butter. I use these to sprinkle on top for a little crunch. I’m not crazy about it but if you want to keep this keto and reduce the carbs even more, then you can use a sweetener like that rather than dates. All you need is some frozen bananas, peanut butter, soy milk (or other non-dairy milk), fresh dates and some cocoa powder on hand to make this smoothie. I didn’t have any frozen bananas, so I used 2 bananas and 1/2 cup frozen organic cherries (I think chocolate and cherries were made for each other). Now that we have all of the ingredients, it’s time to get blending! You've joined the world of video! Your email address will not be published. Very, very grateful to you xx, So glad you loved it Satin, thanks so much for the wonderful comment, so happy to help! I’ve had this Chocolate Peanut Butter Cup Smoothie on my mind for days. I make a similar smoothie with almond butter (my daughter doesn't like peanut butter) and it's my kids' favorite! Great job on your video Gayle!! I love making delicious vegan food and creating vegan versions of all your old favorites, so that you’ll never feel like you’re missing out. I was craving something sweet and chocolatey and this fit the bill!! This is my current favorite smoothie...I love the taste of it! You can tweak the recipe to make it a bit lower in fat and calories, and/or higher in protein, depending on your goals. Gayle, WOW, it doesn't get any sweeter than this!!! Love the presentation in the mason jar mug and those cute little PB cups on top! Love the video! Thanks so much. The texture is thick, yet smooth and tricks you into thinking you’re indulging in a decadent treat. I think you would love this combo!