Peanut Butter Banana Smoothie
This creamy Peanut Butter Banana Smoothie tastes like dessert but is made with banana, Medjool dates, gluten-free oats, and peanut butter. It's a thick, naturally sweet smoothie packed with fiber, protein, and whole, refined sugar-free ingredients!
Servings: 1 Serving
Calories: 564kcal
Ingredients
- 2 Tablespoons Peanut Butter
- 1 Banana frozen
- 3 Medjool Dates
- ¼ Cup Gluten Free Rolled Oats
- 1 Cup Almond Milk
- ½ Teaspoon Salt
Instructions
- Pit 3 Medjool dates by slicing lengthwise and removing the hard center. Add almond milk to the blender first, followed by oats, dates, frozen banana, peanut butter, and salt.
- Blend on high for 45-60 seconds until smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides if needed. Pour into a glass and enjoy immediately.
Notes
- Use Ripe Bananas: Brown-spotted bananas are sweeter and blend creamier than underripe ones. Freeze them at peak ripeness for the best texture.
- High-Speed Blender: A powerful blender (like a Vitamix) creates a silky, soft-serve texture. Less powerful blenders may need extra blending time.
- Salt Enhances Flavor: Don't skip the ½ teaspoon of salt; it brings out the peanut butter flavor and balances the natural sweetness.
- Add Ice Carefully: 2-3 ice cubes can chill your smoothie without diluting flavor; too much ice requires extra sweetener.
- Adjust Consistency: Too thick? Add 1-3 tablespoons more almond milk and blend briefly. Too thin? Add a few extra oats, banana, or ice cubes for a creamier, thicker texture.
Nutrition
Calories: 564kcal | Carbohydrates: 113g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Sodium: 1548mg | Potassium: 1104mg | Fiber: 12g | Sugar: 78g | Vitamin A: 183IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 384mg | Iron: 2mg
