I love all things chocolate and peanut butter. Cupcakes, cookies, brownies, blondies- you name it and it's all good in my book. But up until a few months ago, I had never tried my favorite combination in the form of a smoothie or milkshake. It was time for that to change. This peanut butter smoothie is incredibly creamy and delicious- so much better than any other version I have tried since then. While the peanut butter smoothie is good enough on its own, I always add a little bit of chocolate syrup to the mix. Feel free to leave out the chocolate syrup if you want, but it is completely non-optional for me.
And for all of you who are still sticking strong to New Years resolutions, these peanut butter smoothies are made with low-fat greek yogurt, old fashioned oats and frozen banana. Relatively healthy and delicious. Unless of course you add too much chocolate syrup. I am always guilty on that one.
Peanut Butter Smoothie
Recipe from Annie's Eats
1 cup low-fat plain greek yogurt
6 tbsp creamy peanut butter
1/2 peeled banana, frozen
1/2 cup old-fashioned oats
1 cup ice
2 tsp vanilla extract
1 tbsp honey
Combine all ingredients in a blender or food processor. Blend until fully incorporated and completely smooth. Pour into glasses and serve immediately.
Oooo - this looks awesome! I'm intrigued by the oats - is that a normal ingredient in a smoothie? I'm not a big smoothie maker, but it sounds yummy! :)
ReplyDeleteLove this peanut butter smoothie! I've never thought to make a peanut butter smoothie either but this sounds like it would make an awesome breakfast with all the oats, banana and greek yogurt. Hehe, I'm with you, I would totally add some chocolate syrup in here too:)
ReplyDeleteHehehe the chocolate syrup part isn't optional for me either. I love that combo!
ReplyDeleteThis smoothie would totally make a perfect breakfast with the oats and yogurt. I'm trying it soon, I tell you ;--) x
I just made a chocolate peanut butter smoothie/milkshake yesterday! I didn't have oats or ice though ... I'm definitely trying this one next time! I'm so glad you didn't skimp on the peanut butter; I love that stuff! This smoothie looks incredible, Meghan, and your photos are SO good!
ReplyDeleteLove banana and peanut butter together! Have to try this soon!
ReplyDeleteGraham // glazedandconfused.us
This looks amazing!! I've never tried a smoothie with oats but I will have to soon!!
ReplyDeleteWhat a great smoothie, Meghan! With all the healthy ingredients, I think extra chocolate syrup is warranted. I'm with you on that one!
ReplyDeleteWhat a great smoothie, Meghan! With all the healthy ingredients, I think extra chocolate syrup is warranted. I'm with you on that one!
ReplyDeleteMeghan, I have a bit of a peanut butter addiction that you are just fueling :) Looks so delicious!
ReplyDeleteThis looks amazing! I love the addition of the oats, it adds such good flavor to smoothies! And peanut butter and chocolate together can never go wrong. I think a little extra chocolate syrup is always needed ;)
ReplyDeleteAlly @ The Cheery Baker
Oooh, this sounds like my perfect smoothie! Obviously adding pb is a no brainer, but i love the yogurt too because my fave smoothies are tart. Totally marking this one down!
ReplyDeleteI must try this smoothie. Sounds like a perfect pre-workout treat!
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