Peanut Butter Banana Smoothie
Why this recipe works
- Ready in minutes: Everything goes straight into the blender, so the smoothie comes together quickly with very little prep.
- Naturally thick and creamy: Ripe banana, Greek yoghurt and peanut butter create body without needing ice cream or added thickeners.
- Sweet but not cloying: Honey adds gentle sweetness while yoghurt keeps the drink balanced and slightly tangy.
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Texture tips
- For a thicker smoothie: Use chilled yoghurt and milk, and choose a very ripe banana for the smoothest, fullest texture.
- For a looser drink: Blend in a splash more milk until the smoothie pours easily.
- Blend until fully emulsified: Pause to scrape down the blender if peanut butter sticks to the sides, then blend again until completely smooth.
Ingredient notes
- Use a ripe banana: A well-ripened banana brings more natural sweetness and a creamier blend.
- Milk affects richness: Whole milk gives a fuller texture, while oat drink makes a lighter dairy-free version.
- Adjust the honey: Taste before adding extra honey, especially if the banana is already very sweet.
Dietary alternatives
- Dairy-free option: Use oat drink instead of whole milk and choose a dairy-free yoghurt alternative if needed.
- Vegan option: Swap the honey for agave syrup and use plant-based milk and yoghurt.
Make-ahead tips
- Best freshly blended: The smoothie has its best texture immediately after blending.
- Short storage only: If needed, refrigerate in a sealed container for up to 1 day, then shake or re-blend before serving.
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Instructions
- Peel the banana and break it into a few pieces. Add it to a blender with the whole milk, greek yogurt, smooth peanut butter, honey, vanilla extract and ground cinnamon.
- Blend until completely smooth and creamy, stopping to scrape down the sides if needed. If it is too thick, blend in a splash more whole milk.
- Pour into a glass and serve straight away.
Recipe notes
Tips
- For the thickest, coldest smoothie, use a well-ripened banana and keep the whole milk and greek yogurt chilled before blending.
- If you are serving this to young children, start with 1 tsp honey and add more only after tasting.
- Honey is not suitable for babies under 12 months.
Substitutions
- Replace Honey with Agave syrup for a similar sweetness.
- Replace Whole milk with Oat drink for a lighter, dairy-free option.
- Replace Greek yogurt with Kefir for a looser, drinkable texture.
Storage
- Refrigerate up to 1 days
- Best served immediately. If needed, refrigerate in a sealed container for up to 1 day; shake or re-blend to restore a smooth texture.
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Recipe overview
- Servings: 1 glasses
- Total time: 5min (5min active)
- Difficulty: Easy
- Cuisine: American
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