This Chocolate Peanut Butter Smoothie is made with frozen bananas, low fat milk, peanut butter and unsweetened cocoa powder, for a healthy smoothie that tastes like a milkshake!
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We are big smoothie lovers here, and this healthy Chocolate Peanut Butter Smoothie is my kids favorite one!
It tastes like a milkshake, but is made with simple, healthy ingredients that keep us going through a busy day.
If you’re a smoothie lover like us, you might like this Strawberry Smoothie, this Pineapple Smoothie, or this Strawberry Banana Smoothie!
Chocolate Peanut Butter Smoothie ingredients:
- Milk: I use low fat dairy milk, because that’s what we drink, but I have often used almond, nut or coconut milk and it is also delicious! If you need to make this smoothie recipe dairy free, you can easily swap for whatever milk you have on hand. You can also use water, but it will be less creamy.
- Frozen bananas: Frozen bananas are a must! Using banana slices that have been frozen (see my post on How to Freeze Bananas right here!) is the only way to go. It makes this smoothie, rich and creamy with a texture similar to ice cream. If you don’t have frozen bananas, you can use a fresh banana but you may want to add some ice cubes to cool and thicken.
- Peanut Butter: I use regular creamy peanut butter because, again, that’s what we have on hand! You can use any kind of peanut butter, or another nut butter, or a not free butter if you need to.
- Cocoa powder: Be sure that you are using unsweetened cocoa powder in this recipe, and not sweetened chocolate, hot chocolate mix or syrup as those have added sugars that really aren’t needed. The banana gives us the sweetness we need!
Optional add ins for this Chocolate Peanut Butter Banana Smoothie:
This smoothie already has a good amount of protein and fat, but there are lots of ways to boost the nutritional value even further! Here are a few of our favorites:
- Ground flax: Flax is high in Omega-3s and fibre, plus they offer a ton of other nutrients
- Quick oats: Oats are another great way to add complex carbs that keep you satisfied through the day, and they’re a great source of fibre and protein
- Hemp hearts: hemp hearts or hemp seeds are loaded with Omega-3 and Omega-6 fatty acids, protein, and tons of other vitamins and minerals. They pack a big punch in a small package!
- Protein powder: If you simply want to boost the protein, a scoop or vanilla or chocolate protein powder will do the trick.
Healthy Chocolate Peanut Butter Smoothie (Chunky Monkey!)
written by Ashley Fehr
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup low fat milk (or almond or non dairy milk)
- 1 banana, sliced and frozen (about 1 cup slices)
- 1 tablespoon light creamy peanut butter
- 1 tablespoon cocoa powder
- honey, optional and to taste if desired
Instructions
- Place all ingredients in the blender in the order listed. Puree until smooth.
- Taste and adjust peanut butter, cocoa or add a bit of honey to sweeten if desired before serving.
Nutrition Information
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Erin says
This was delicious. I made it with cashew milk and added some instant coffee for a bit of pep!
Ashley Fehr says
Thanks Erin!
Kate says
Great recipe! I have made it yesterday and everyone in my home sweet home totally loved it! Thank you Ashley for your awesome recipe.
Ashley Fehr says
I’m so glad you liked it!
Tatiana says
No matter if it’s walnuts or chocolate as a third ingredient, my kids will eat it in no time, yummy!
Ashley Fehr says
One of our favorites too! Thanks!
Nellie says
Love this smoothie – I feel like I’m drinking a milkshake for breakfast!
Ashley Fehr says
Same!
Alaa Khassa says
Hey Ashley,
Your blog looks amazing! Good job on that.
I really liked this recipe idea as I’m a big *(activate Minions voice)* BANANAAA *(deactivate Minions voice)* fan. And adding Chocolate to it just makes it perfect!
I’m writing a big fat (but healthy) article and I would love to mention your recipe in it.
My question is: Can I use these photos you included in your post?
I will totally link you back as a resource and in the photo credits.
Thanks Ashley.
Stay awesome!
Alaa.
Ashley Fehr says
Hi Alaa, thanks! You’re welcome to use one photo with credit and a link back for the recipe. Thanks for including me!
April says
HI! I add a tbsp. of honey to mine and a scoop of protein powder. Yummy! Great idea with the frozen banana! I will try this in the morning!
Ashley Fehr says
Yum! Let me know how you like it!
Denise says
Great smoothie needed to add more milk or water to make it blend up right.
Ashley Fehr says
I’m happy to hear that! The amount of liquid will depend a little bit on your blender, but that’s definitely an easy change!
mia says
omg this is so easy and uses so little ingredients! looks yummy I am going to need to make this this weekend! love that it uses a frozen banana as the thickener!
Ashley Fehr says
Thanks Mia! Hope you enjoy it!
Cindel says
What size does this make in oz?
Ashley Fehr says
Sorry, I’m not sure as I haven’t measured it in oz
Lori ortega says
It’s a little over 8 oz when I made and I added an ice cube in addition to the frozen banana. Delicious. Oh and I used pb2 instead of peanut butter
Ashley Fehr says
I’m glad you liked it!
Alice @ Hip Foodie Mom says
I love this smoothie!!! I love peanut butter + bananas. . yum!!!!
Ashley Fehr says
Thanks Alice! Me too!
Medha says
This smoothie looks amazing! I love how healthy it is 🙂
Lyn says
I’m new to chunkie monkies! Whatever this smoothie is called, it sounds too good to be true! Is there an estimate of calories or did I miss it somewhere? Thanks for the great recipe!
Ashley Fehr says
Hi Lyn! I don’t have calorie counts because it really depends on the type/brand of products you use and there are so many people that add their own twist. This is a really great calorie calculator if you’re looking for one: https://www.myfitnesspal.com/recipe/calculator
Ashley Fehr says
Hi again! Haha 🙂 I just figured it out because I was curious myself and it comes to 201 calories with 1% milk — lately I’ve been using almond milk and with that it would be even a little bit less! I hope that helps 🙂
marcie says
I always thought chunky monkey was PB chocolate and banana too — you just taught me something! I love this combination and this is a great stand-in for “nice cream”! It was great meeting you this weekend, Ashley! 🙂
Ashley Fehr says
Yes! So nice to meet you too! Thanks Marcie 🙂
Cheyanne @ No Spoon Necessary says
I though chunky monkey was the same thing as you… who knew walnuts were involved?! What? I’m glad you decided to roll with your version of chunky monkey, because this smoothie is everything! I love that you turned something deliciously decadent into something healthy! Waking up to one of these smoothies sounds like heaven! Cheers, chicka!
Ashley Fehr says
Haha! It’s the only way I get anything healthy into my body! Lol. My girls have been sharing my smoothies lately and this is ALWAYS the 4 year old’s request. I mean, it’s chocolate and peanut butter. Lol!
Helen says
That trick with the frozen banana is great! I’ve just taken the frozen slices out of the freezer and it tastes just great, thanks for a super recipee!
Ashley Fehr says
Thanks Helen! It has definitely changed my smoothies for the better — SO creamy and not warm 🙂 Glad you liked it!
Christin@SpicySouthernKitchen says
I thought chunky monkey was choc, peanut butter, and banana too. And it’s a great combination. Love this smoothie!
Ashley Fehr says
Thanks Christin!
Jen | Baked by an Introvert says
I am right there with everyone else who thought chunky monkey meant chocolate, banana, and peanut butter. But whatever, right? Too much chocolate, banana, and peanut butter will turn you into a chunky monkey so it works. Ha! You’ve given us a healthier option which is even better. I could go for one of these smoothies as an afternoon snack!
Ashley Fehr says
Haha! That is true! Thanks Jen!
Jessica @ A Kitchen Addiction says
I wish I was starting my day with one of these smoothies! I’m all for a breakfast that tastes like dessert!
Ashley Fehr says
Me too! Lol Thanks Jessica!
Erin @ The Almond Eater says
Whoa, I also thought it was chocolate pb and banana.. ha! What do I know? This sounds fantastic and I’ve been loving banana ice “nice” cream lately.
Ashley Fehr says
Is it weird that I’ve never actually made “nice cream”? But I love using frozen bananas in “milkshakes” or smoothies to get that ice creamy texture!
Sarah @Whole and Heavenly Oven says
Okay, I’m most definitely one of the people who thought chunky monkey meant chocolate, banana, and pb. Mind blown!! But that sure has heck isn’t gonna stop me from DROOLING over this gorgeous smoothie! Holy cow!
Ashley Fehr says
Haha! Right?! To be honest, I’ve never actually had legit Chunky Monkey ice cream, so I kind of just assumed. Thanks Sarah!
Gayle @ Pumpkin 'N Spice says
Ok, so I guess I never knew what chunky monkey is, either! I really like this version better though, as I’m not a fan of nuts in things. I’ve made a similar smoothie before and it’s one of my favorites. Tastes like dessert for breakfast, which is the best! I think I could go for one (or five) of these after over-indulging this weekend!
Ashley Fehr says
Yes! The first time I made it I couldn’t believe how it didn’t need any sugar or chocolate sauce or anything! Lol. Now we make them ALLLLLL the time — I can’t keep enough frozen bananas in the freezer for all of us girls! I am definitely going to be drinking a lot of smoothies this week too!