Peanut Butter Cup Smoothie

If you’re craving chocolate and peanut but want a healthy option that actually compares to a dessert -this is definitely it! 

This Peanut Butter Cup Smoothie is super simple to make, very light yet totally delicious!

PEANUT BUTTER CUP SMOOTHIE 

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This PB Cup smoothie is seriously so good! It’s the perfect combo of chocolate to peanut butter and it’s thick and creamy! It’s a much healthier option to any store bought candy bar because it’s made with just a few whole food ingredients, doesn’t contain and vegetable oils, trans fats or hidden ingredients.  It’s a delicious treat that’s actually good for you -and when you know your food is good for you it’s so much sweeter!

 

It’s made with chocolate, peanut butter, banana and cocoa. A few add in’s and greens if you want an antioxidant boost.

With simple ingredients it comes together easily and in the most delicious way. 

• The banana in it gives it a nice thick consistency
• The ice creates a shake like texture
• It’s the perfect medium of chocolate to peanut butter

   Although, is there such a thing as too peanut butter?!

 

HEALTH BENEFITS 

Okay so you’re probably wondering how this dreamy drink covered in gooey peanut butter and drizzled in chocolate could actually be healthy?

Here’s the thing, it’s made with

• Whole foods, all natural ingredients

• Has a balance of carbs, fats and protein so you don’t get that spike in blood sugar like you get from most candy bars and milkshakes

• It’s got fiber that keeps you full and helps prevent overeating

• It’s loaded with antioxidants, vitamin E, folate, and potassium

• Other essential nutrients all excellent for overall health and nutrition 

It’s great for when you want something sweet and scrumptious but don’t want an overload of sugar, carbs or calories – this smoothie you can feel good about indulging!

MAKE THIS DISH 

SMOOTHIE INGREDIENTS

Coconut Milk

Frozen Banana 

Peanut Butter, All Natural 

Cocoa Powder 

Honey 

Sea Salt 

Ice

Fresh Spinach, Optional 

Place Banana , Ice into blender

Add greens if using

Top with peanut butter, cocoa, honey

Add Coconut Milk and a twist of sea salt.

Blend until smooth! Enjoy! 

VARIATION

Thicker: add another scoop of ice or greek yogurt instead of coconut milk 

More Protein: swap cocoa powder for your favorite chocolate protein 

Nutrient Boost: add in boosters like ground flaxseed, chia seeds, turmeric, ginger a mushroom blend or MCT oil. 

TIPS 

For a lower carb smoothie, swap out the banana for a small avocado. It will have a different flavor since bananas add some natural sugars but it will taste pretty similar and amazing!

To make ahead of time, blend as directed then pour into a container with a lid and keep in the freezer until about 30-60 minutes before serving, this time will depend on the room temperature and how frozen the smoothie is before thawing. 

Adding ice gives it a shake-like texture which I love about this smoothie. If you can’t get it to blend, add a little bit of cold water to the blender and blend until smooth. 

FAQ’s 

• What kind of coconut milk should I use?

You can use canned or refrigerated. It’s your preference. I use refrigerated kind in a carton that is low in calories and unsweetened. 

• How much protein should I use in place of the cocoa?

Since the smoothies are single serving, use one serving of the chocolate protein powder. You can always add cocoa in addition to get a deeper chocolate flavor.

• How do I get that decadent peanut butter drizzle down like in your picture?

Easy! Just melt a little peanut butter in the microwave until it’s runny then drizzle it on top. It will freeze as soon as it settles on the cold smoothie -you’ll have delicious crunchy peanut butter bites on top and it makes it picture worthy!