Banana Peanut Butter Smoothie Bowl

Method

1. Prepare the toppings

   Slice 60 g of fresh banana for topping into coins. Remove the leafy tops from 120 g of fresh strawberries, then slice the berries. Measure 12 g of chia seeds and set the toppings beside the serving bowls so the blended base can be finished without delay.

2. Blend the smoothie base

   

   Pour 30 ml of 2% milk into a high-powered blender, then add 170 g of plain nonfat Greek yogurt, 240 g of ripe bananas, 140 g of ice cubes, 32 g of creamy peanut butter, 20 g of rolled oats, 1 g of ground cinnamon, and 5 ml of vanilla extract. Start on low speed for 10 seconds, then increase to high. Blend for 45 to 60 seconds, checking at 45 seconds and stopping once to scrape down the sides, until the mixture is smooth, cold, and thick enough to hold soft ridges. If the blades spin without pulling the mixture downward, stop the machine and press the ingredients toward the blades before restarting rather than adding extra liquid.

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3. Fill and finish the bowls

   

   Divide the smoothie mixture among wide bowls. Stir 16 g of smooth peanut butter for topping until fluid, then drizzle it over the surface. Arrange 60 g of fresh banana for topping and 120 g of fresh strawberries on top and finish with 12 g of chia seeds. Serve immediately while the base is thick and the toppings stay distinct.

Smart Substitutions

• No Greek yogurt? Use the same amount of plain skyr or a thick unsweetened plant-based yogurt; the flavor and protein level will vary.
• No 2% milk? Use whole milk or an unsweetened soy, oat, or almond beverage.
• No chia seeds? Use hemp hearts, ground flaxseed, or finely chopped roasted peanuts.
• Want a chocolate version? Replace the cinnamon with 1 tablespoon of unsweetened cocoa powder and add a small splash of milk only if the blender needs it.

Tips and Variations

• Add the milk and yogurt closest to the blades so the blender catches quickly.
• Cut the bananas into small pieces before blending; large chunks can ride above the blades.
• Keep the topping pieces small enough to fit comfortably on a spoon with the creamy base.

What Went Wrong?

• Base is too thin Blend in another spoonful of rolled oats, then let the mixture stand for 1 minute before checking the texture.
• Base is too thick Add milk 1 teaspoon at a time and pulse briefly after each addition.
• Blender is not circulating Stop the machine, scrape down the sides, press the mixture toward the blades, and restart on low speed.
• Peanut butter leaves streaky clumps Scrape the blender once more and blend for another 10 seconds until the base looks evenly creamy.

Nutrition Estimate

• Fiber: 10 g per serving
• Sodium: 145 mg per serving

Nutrition disclaimer:This recipe is provided for general cooking information only. Nutrition values are estimates and may vary by ingredients, brands, preparation methods, and serving sizes. Check ingredient labels and follow appropriate food-safety practices. This content is not medical, dietary, allergy, or professional food-safety advice.

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