Description
This Chocolate Banana Smoothie Bowl is a deliciously rich and healthy breakfast option that feels like a treat. Blended with cocoa powder, peanut butter, and ripe frozen bananas, it offers a creamy, chocolaty flavor with natural sweetness. Perfect for quick mornings or a satisfying snack, it can be enjoyed as is or topped with your favorite nuts, seeds, or fruits for added texture and nutrition.
Ingredients
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Smoothie Base
- 1/3 cup milk (dairy-free milk options can be used)
- 1 1/2 teaspoons cocoa powder
- 2 tablespoons peanut butter
- 2 large frozen bananas (ripe bananas are best for sweetness)
Optional Toppings
- Your choice of nuts, seeds, granola, shredded coconut, or fresh fruit
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: Place the milk, cocoa powder, peanut butter, and frozen bananas into a high-speed blender to begin creating the smoothie base.
- Blend Smooth: Process on high speed until smooth and creamy. If blending is difficult or too thick, push the mixture down from the sides with a spoon, then add 1-2 tablespoons of additional milk and blend again until desired consistency is reached.
- Serve or Freeze: Pour the smoothie mixture into bowls, add your favorite toppings as desired, and enjoy immediately. Alternatively, freeze right away for a thicker, more bowl-like texture.
Notes
- This smoothie bowl serves as a healthy, satisfying breakfast that tastes indulgent like a dessert.
- Ripe frozen bananas provide natural sweetness and a creamy texture.
- Feel free to customize toppings to your personal preference for added flavor and nutrition.
- Dairy-free milk options make this recipe versatile for various dietary needs.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 227 kcal
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 85 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 33 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 5 mg
