Equipment
Blender
Measuring spoons*
or Standard dining spoon
* optional
Ingredients
1 serving
Smoothie Base
- 250 ml whole milk, cold
- 1 banana, peeled
- 15 g peanut butter, creamy
Nutrition (per serving)
349
Calories
13g
Protein
43g
Carbs
16g
Fat
4g
Fiber
29g
Sugar
173mg
Sodium
Method
01
Peel the banana and break it into three or four chunks.
1m
02
Pour the cold milk into the blender pitcher first, followed by the banana chunks and peanut butter.
1m
03
Blend the mixture on high speed for 30 to 45 seconds until completely uniform and frothy, with no visible chunks of banana remaining.
1mLook for: pale yellow, completely smooth liquid with a frothy top layerFeel: smooth and uniform consistency
04
Pour into a tall glass and serve immediately while cold.
2m
Chef's Notes
- Using a frozen banana instead of a room temperature one transforms the texture from a standard drink into a thick, milkshake-like treat without needing ice, which dilutes the flavor.
- For enhanced flavor depth, consider adding a pinch of fine sea salt and a dash of cinnamon before blending; the salt amplifies the roasted nuttiness of the peanut butter.
- If your bananas are turning brown and overly ripe on the counter, peel them, break them in half, and freeze them in airtight containers. Overripe bananas provide superior natural sweetness for smoothies.
Storage
Refrigerator: 24 hours — Separation is natural; shake vigorously before drinking if stored.
Freezer: 1 month — Can be frozen in ice cube trays and re-blended with a splash of milk.