Peanut Butter Banana Smoothie Bowl
A thick, creamy, and incredibly delicious smoothie bowl that tastes just like soft serve ice cream! Made with just 5 simple ingredients in 5 minutes, it's the perfect healthy breakfast, snack, or dessert.
Equipment
- High speed blender (or regular blender)
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Spatula
- Bowl for serving
Ingredients
- 2 ripe bananas peeled and frozen
- 2 tablespoons creamy peanut butter
- 2 tablespoons flaxseed meal optional, but recommended
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract optional
- ¼ cup unsweetened nondairy milk such as almond, coconut, oat, or soy, plus more only if needed
For Serving (Topping Ideas):
- Sliced fresh banana
- Granola
- Extra drizzle of peanut butter
- Hemp seeds chia seeds, or chopped peanuts
- Shredded coconut
- Fresh berries
Instructions
- Add Ingredients to Blender: Place the frozen banana chunks, peanut butter, flaxseed meal (if using), vanilla extract (if using), and nondairy milk into your blender. It can help to add the liquid first.
- Blend Until Smooth: Start blending on low speed and gradually increase to high. Use the tamper (if your blender has one) to push the ingredients down toward the blades. Blend until the mixture is completely smooth and creamy. Important: The key to a thick bowl is using the least amount of liquid possible. If your blender is struggling, add more milk one tablespoon at a time, just until it blends smoothly.
- Transfer to a Bowl: Use a spatula to scrape the thick smoothie into a serving bowl.
- Add Toppings and Serve: Top immediately with your favorite toppings like sliced banana, granola, an extra drizzle of peanut butter, and a sprinkle of hemp seeds. Serve right away with a spoon and enjoy!
Notes
- Frozen Bananas are Key: For the best thick and creamy texture, you must use frozen ripe bananas. Wait for your bananas to ripen until the peel is yellow with brown spots, then peel, chop into chunks, and freeze in a sealed bag or container for at least 4 hours, or overnight. They will keep in the freezer for at least a month.
- Nut Butter Substitutions: You can easily substitute the peanut butter with almond butter, cashew butter, or sunflower seed butter for a nut free version.
- Milk Options: Any milk works here! Use your favorite nondairy milk (almond, coconut, oat, soy) or regular dairy milk if you prefer.
- Storage: This smoothie bowl is best enjoyed immediately. It does not store or freeze well. You can prep by freezing your bananas and measuring out the other ingredients the night before.