Quick Peanut Butter Protein Smoothie Bowl – Easy 5-Minute Recipe
A thick, creamy, and spoonable smoothie bowl made with frozen banana, peanut butter, and protein powder. Ready in 5 minutes, it’s the perfect quick breakfast or post-workout meal.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 large ripe banana, sliced and frozen
- 2 tablespoons creamy peanut butter
- 1 scoop vanilla or chocolate protein powder (25–30 grams)
- ½ cup unsweetened almond milk
- ½ cup ice cubes
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds or flax seeds (optional)
- Optional toppings: granola, sliced banana, extra peanut butter drizzle, dark chocolate chips, shredded coconut, hemp seeds, fresh berries
Instructions
- If you haven’t frozen your banana ahead of time, peel it, slice it into coins, and spread them on a small plate or parchment-lined tray. Pop them in the freezer for at least 15-20 minutes while you get everything else ready.
- Add the frozen banana slices, peanut butter, protein powder, almond milk, ice cubes, and chia seeds (if using) to your blender. For easier blending, put the liquid in first.
- Start on low speed for about 10 seconds, then increase to medium-high. Blend for 30-45 seconds total, or until the mixture is thick and creamy with no visible chunks. Stop and scrape down the sides once or twice as needed.
- Check the consistency: it should be thick enough to hold its shape, like soft-serve ice cream. If too thin, add more ice; if too thick, add a splash of milk.
- Use a spatula to scrape the mixture into a bowl.
- Add your desired toppings (e.g., sliced banana, granola, extra peanut butter drizzle, dark chocolate chips).
- Eat immediately for the best texture.
Notes
For a nut-free version, swap peanut butter for sunflower seed butter or tahini, and use oat milk. For a vegan version, use plant-based protein powder and oat milk. For a keto-friendly adaptation, use low-carb protein powder, swap banana for ¼ cup avocado, and use unsweetened almond milk. Freeze banana in slices for best results. Don’t over-blend to avoid a thin consistency. Start with less liquid and add more as needed.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 375
- Sugar: 16.5
- Sodium: 250
- Fat: 16.5
- Saturated Fat: 3
- Carbohydrates: 37.5
- Fiber: 9
- Protein: 27.5
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