Chocolate Peanut Butter Green Smoothie

Creamy, refreshing, nutrient-dense Chocolate Peanut Butter Green Smoothie. Makes for a quick, on-the-go breakfast or snack. Made with frozen banana, baby spinach, cacao powder, peanut butter, seeds, collagen peptides and plant-based milk of choice.

Chocolate Peanut Butter Green Smoothie

Welcome to another New Recipe Tuesday! This week I wanted to bring something super healthy and full of nutrition. I know most of you guys have resolutions revolving around eating healthier, detoxing and getting in shape. Therefore, I wanted this week’s recipe to be something that can help you in this journey. I strongly believe that as long as you’re providing your body with real and nourishing foods, it will repay you by giving you full energy, beautiful skin, and strength.

My favorite way to start my day is with a green smoothie. With the weather being so cold I do tend to opt for a more warm breakfast like oatmeal or breakfast quinoa. In this case, I’ll have a green smoothie for a snack.

My daughter loves drinking smoothies too. Smoothies are great for toddlers as it assists in them starting their day with a meal full of essential vitamins and minerals. If my daughter gets fussy with the rest of her meals during the rest of the day, I can have some peace of mind that she had a pretty substantial breakfast.

This particular smoothie is one that I started making for my daughter when we were sick for a long period of time at the end of last year. Both her and I had very little appetite and I just had no energy to cook. We were relying on soups and smoothies. This Chocolate Peanut Butter Green Smoothie is loaded with protein and other nutrients making it a great meal. Whether you’re sick or not, it’s a great smoothie for a quick on-the-go breakfast or snack.

Ingredients needed to make Chocolate Peanut Butter Green Smoothie:

• Unsweetened Almond Milk– You can use any preferred milk too. 
• Frozen Banana– Adds creaminess and richness to the smoothie. If you don’t like bananas, you can use frozen cauliflower instead. 
• Baby Spinach– You can use kale instead. 
• Peanut Butter– I like using creamy but you can use crunchy if that’s what you have. Definitely suggest using unsalted. 
• Cacao Powder– Or Unsweetened cocoa powder. 
• Chia Seeds and Hemp Hearts– Add protein and more nutrients. 
• Collagen Peptides– This is optional but it does add more protein and richness to your smoothie. You can also use protein powder. 

Equipment needed to make Chocolate Peanut Butter Green Smoothie:

• Blender– Any blender will do. A high speed blender will get a creamy and smooth texture faster than a regular blender. If you have a regular blender it will perfectly work too, you will just have to blend your smoothie a bit longer.

How to make Chocolate Peanut Butter Green Smoothie:

• Step 1– Layer all ingredients except milk in a blender. Add in frozen banana, baby spinach, peanut butter, cacao powder, chia seeds, hemp hearts, and collagen peptides (if using). Pour in milk last and place blender lid on making sure it’s tightly closed. Blend until all ingredients are well blended and smooth, creamy consistency is reached. 
• Step 2– Serve in a handle mason jar or tall glass with a straw. Enjoy!

Tips and Substitutions:

1. Layer the ingredients in the blender in the oder that’s indicated in the recipe- Layering the ingredients this way makes a difference. It allows the blender to blend the frozen ingredients first then takes the rest in with the liquid being last. This makes for a creamier and richer smoothie. Believe me, it matters!
2. Not a fan of frozen banana in your smoothie?- Substitute for 1/2 cup frozen cauliflower rice.
3. Use other nut butters- Almond butter is great in this smoothie too!
4. No cacao powder?- Use unsweetened cocoa powder.
5. Substitute for baby spinach- Kale works great in this recipe too!

Chocolate Peanut Butter Green Smoothie FAQ’s:

Are green smoothies really that good for you?

Yes. Green smoothies are super healthy and so good for you. They are a great source of vitamins and minerals. Green smoothies are a great and easy way to incorporate leafy greens into your diet. 

How can I thicken a smoothie without a banana?

If you are not a fan of bananas, another great way to thicken your smoothies is by using frozen cauliflower rice. It may sound weird, but trust me, it will make your smoothie so rich and creamy. You also will not be able to taste the cauliflower. Another way you can thicken your smoothie is by simply adding some ice. 

How can I add protein to my smoothie?

Adding protein to smoothies can be pretty easy.  Many healthy foods that can be added to smoothies are rich in protein. Protein powder or collagen peptides are the two easiest ways. Peanut butter or other almond butters are great for adding protein to your smoothies. Nuts, seeds and greek yogurt are all great sources of protein and will also add richness and substance to your smoothies. 

Why do people put peanut butter in smoothies?

Peanut butter is great in smoothies because it adds richness and creaminess to them. Peanut butter is a great source of protein. Which is another reason why people add it to their smoothies. To add more protein to their smoothies. 

Meal Prepping it:

This smoothie is packed with nutrients and it’s very filling. It makes for a great on-the-go breakfast or snack. Mix portions of the dry ingredients in small mason jars at the beginning of the week. This will make it so much easier when you are ready to throw it all together in a blender.

Like this Chocolate Peanut Butter Green Smoothie recipe? You make also like these other smoothie recipes:

• Espresso Almond Butter Smoothie
• Chocolate Cherry Superfood Smoothie
• Apple Pie Smoothie
• Pumpkin Pie Smoothie
• Red Beet Smoothie

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Chocolate Peanut Butter Green Smoothie

Creamy, refreshing, nutrient-dense Chocolate Peanut Butter Green Smoothie. Makes for a quick, on-the-go breakfast or snack. Made with frozen banana, baby spinach, cacao powder, peanut butter, seeds, collagen peptides and plant-based milk of choice. 

Course Breakfast, Drinks, Snack

Cuisine American

Keyword Chocolate Peanut Butter Green Smoothie

Prep Time 3 minutes

Total Time 3 minutes

Servings 2 servings

Calories 249 kcal

Author Angelica Arias

Ingredients

• 1 frozen ripe banana
• 1 cup baby spinach
• 1 tbsp cacao powder
• 2 tbsp peanut butter
• 1 tbsp chia seeds
• 1 tbsp hemp hearts
• 1 scoop collagen peptides (optional)
• 1 cup unsweetened almond milk (or milk of choice)

Instructions

1. Layer all ingredients except milk in a blender. Add in frozen banana, baby spinach, peanut butter, cacao powder, chia seeds, hemp hearts, and collagen peptides (if using). Pour in milk last and place blender lid on making sure it's tightly closed. Blend until all ingredients are well blended and smooth, creamy consistency is reached. 

2. Serve in a handle mason jar or tall glass with a straw. Enjoy!

Recipe Notes

Tips and Substitutions:

1. Layer the ingredients in the blender in the oder that’s indicated in the recipe- Layering the ingredients this way makes a difference. It allows the blender to blend the frozen ingredients first then takes the rest in with the liquid being last. This makes for a creamier and richer smoothie. Believe me, it matters!
2. Not a fan of frozen banana in your smoothie?- Substitute for 1/2 cup frozen cauliflower rice.
3. Use other nut butters- Almond butter is great in this smoothie too!
4. No cacao powder?- Use unsweetened cocoa powder.
5. Substitute for baby spinach- Kale works great in this recipe too!

Nutrition Facts

Chocolate Peanut Butter Green Smoothie

Amount per Serving

Calories

249

% Daily Value*

Fat

 

15

g

23

%

Saturated Fat

 

2

g

13

%

Trans Fat

 

0.01

g

Polyunsaturated Fat

 

7

g

Monounsaturated Fat

 

6

g

Sodium

 

247

mg

11

%

Potassium

 

448

mg

13

%

Carbohydrates

 

23

g

8

%

Fiber

 

6

g

25

%

Sugar

 

9

g

10

%

Protein

 

10

g

20

%

Vitamin A

 

1486

IU

30

%

Vitamin C

 

9

mg

11

%

Calcium

 

227

mg

23

%

Iron

 

3

mg

17

%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

*Number of total servings in estimated. Actual number of servings may vary depending on your own personal preference in portion sizes.

**Nutritional values shown are general guidelines for 1 serving using the ingredients listed above. These numbers do not reflect and may vary depending on substitutions, additions and/or different brands and/or other ingredients that may be used. 

**Disclaimer: This post may contain affiliate links and sponsored content. All the opinions are my own and I only recommend products I use in my own home with my own family.

*Recipe, Post and Pictures updated as of 8/15/19