Description
This Chocolate Banana Smoothie Bowl is a delicious and nutritious breakfast option that combines the natural sweetness of ripe frozen bananas with rich cocoa powder and creamy peanut butter. Perfectly smooth and creamy, it tastes like a decadent dessert while being healthy and satisfying. Customize with your favorite toppings for added texture and flavor.
Ingredients
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Smoothie Bowl Base
- 1/3 cup milk (dairy-free alternatives can be used)
- 1 1/2 teaspoons cocoa powder
- 2 tablespoons peanut butter
- 2 large frozen bananas (ripe bananas preferred for sweetness)
Optional Toppings
- As desired (e.g., sliced fruits, nuts, seeds, granola)
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: Gather 1/3 cup of milk, cocoa powder, peanut butter, and 2 large frozen ripe bananas. Using frozen bananas is key for a thick, creamy texture and natural sweetness.
- Blend the Base: Place the milk, cocoa powder, peanut butter, and frozen bananas into a high-speed blender. Process on high until smooth and creamy. If the mixture is too thick and difficult to blend, stop the blender and use a spoon to push the ingredients down the sides, then add 1-2 tablespoons of additional milk to help blend evenly. Blend again until smooth.
- Serve or Store: Pour the smoothie into bowls. Add your favorite toppings if desired, such as nuts, seeds, sliced fruits, or granola. Serve immediately for the best taste and texture, or freeze right away for a thicker, colder treat.
Notes
- This smoothie bowl is a healthy and satisfying way to start your day, offering sweet chocolate and peanut butter flavors without added sugars.
- Ripe frozen bananas are best for natural sweetness and a creamy texture.
- Customize toppings to add crunch or extra nutrition according to your preferences.
- You can substitute dairy milk with any plant-based milk like almond, oat, or soy milk for a dairy-free version.
- For a thicker consistency, freeze the smoothie bowl for 30 minutes before eating.
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
