Smoothie King Peanut Power Plus Recipe
Ingredients
Here’s what you’ll need to whip up this irresistible smoothie:
- 1 cup almond milk or nonfat milk for a creamier texture
- 2 tablespoons peanut butter
- 1 tablespoon cocoa powder
- 1 scoop protein powder chocolate or vanilla
- 2 pitted dates optional for added sweetness
- 1 banana frozen for a thicker smoothie
- 1 cup ice
Instructions
- Prepare Your Ingredients: Gather all your ingredients. Make sure the banana is frozen for a thicker consistency.
- Blend It Up: In a blender, add almond milk (or nonfat milk), peanut butter, cocoa powder, protein powder, dates, banana, and ice.
- Blend Until Smooth: Blend on high until the mixture is smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides of the blender if necessary.
- Adjust Consistency: If it’s too thick, add a splash of milk. If it’s too thin, toss more ice cubes and blend again.
- Serve: Pour the smoothie into glasses and serve immediately. Garnish with a sprinkle of cocoa powder or a dollop of peanut butter for extra flair.
Notes
Frozen Banana Thickeners: Banana makes a thick smoothie. Add a little more ice or one or two cubes of frozen fruit to achieve a similar effect in the absence of a frozen banana.
Make It Sweeter: Add more dates, honey or maple syrup if desired for extra sweetness. While you're at it, taste to adjust to your taste.
Protein Powder Options: Chocolate protein powder is a delicious addition, while vanilla protein powder will help add more sweetness without the extra flavoring. Take your pick considering your taste preferences.
Milk Alternatives: Swap almond milk for oat milk, coconut milk, and cow's milk; each introduces a different flavor to the smoothie.
Customizations: A handful of spinach for the added nutritional benefit or chia seeds for more fiber and omega-3 fatty acids.