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Nostalgic Peanut Butter Banana Smoothie

This creamy peanut butter banana smoothie combines rich, roasted peanut butter and ripe bananas blended with milk to create a comforting, frosty drink. Its velvety texture and salty-sweet flavor make it a nostalgic treat perfect for chilly mornings or stressful days, evoking memories of lazy weekend breakfasts. Simple, quick, and indulgent, it’s an everyday comfort in a glass.
Print Recipe
Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 2
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • 2 ripe bananas preferably overripe for extra sweetness
  • 3 tablespoons natural peanut butter unsweetened and roasted for best flavor
  • 1 cup milk dairy or plant-based like almond or oat milk
  • ½ cup ice cubes frozen or added ice for chill and thickness
  • 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup optional for extra sweetness
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract optional, for added flavor

Equipment

  • Blender
  • Measuring cup
  • Spoon

Method
 

  1. Peel the bananas and break them into chunks, then add them to your blender.
  2. Scoop in the natural peanut butter, which should be warm enough to blend smoothly.
  3. Pour in the milk, aiming for about 1 cup, and add any sweetener or vanilla if using.
  4. Add a handful of ice cubes to the blender for a chilled, frosty texture.
  5. Secure the lid and blend everything on high for about 30-45 seconds, until the mixture is smooth, creamy, and frosty.
  6. Pause to check the texture—if it’s too thick, add a splash more milk and blend briefly; if it’s too thin, add a few more ice cubes or banana chunks.
  7. Pour the smoothie into glasses, and optionally garnish with a drizzle of honey or a sprinkle of chopped nuts for added flavor and texture.
  8. Serve immediately and enjoy the velvety, salty-sweet comfort in every sip.