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One day, my kids woke up asking if they could have milkshakes to start the morning. After a bunch of tries in the blender, I landed on just the right combo. Frozen bananas plus good peanut butter come together in something that tastes like a dessert and totally works for breakfast, too.
Just last week, my little food critic went back for more twice. The real winners are the ones that trick us into eating better without even trying.
Irresistible Ingredients
- Ice: Chucked in to make it frosty cold
- Any Kind of Milk: Go with whatever you like best
- Greek Yogurt: Kicks up the creaminess and throws in some protein
- Peanut Butter: Your favorite style, smooth or chunky
- Frozen Bananas: The secret to that dreamy, thick feel
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Simple Smoothie Steps
- Kick things off by stacking your ingredients—start with milk and yogurt at the bottom, then pile on those frozen bananas and peanut butter:
- Let your blender do its thing until it all looks creamy and smooth. If things get stuck, pause and move it around with a spoon. Don't make your blender angry:
- Check that thickness by poking your straw in—does it stay upright? Too thick? Add a splash more milk. Not thick enough? Toss in more ice:
- Give it a taste. Does it need to be sweeter? Grab some honey. Not peanutty enough? Scoop in more PB. Fix it the way you like:
The first time I made one of these, my bananas weren't frozen and I basically ended up with banana soup. Now I always keep a freezer bag full of banana chunks just in case.
Best Moment To Enjoy
Drink 'em as soon as they're blended so you get the coldest, best texture.
Fun Ways To Serve
Try tossing some granola on top, a few extra banana slices, or swirl over more peanut butter if you're in the mood.
Switch It Up
Mix in cocoa powder for a chocolate kick, add oats to keep your belly full longer, or shake some cinnamon for a cozy touch.
Storing Made Easy
They taste best right after blending, but you can pop them in a jar in the fridge and they'll be fine for about a day. Just shake it up before you drink.
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We’ve made this for quick breakfasts and snack times more than I can count. Whenever we want something that feels special but keeps us going, this is what we grab. Funny how the treats that actually help us are the ones we crave the most.
Recipe FAQs
- → Is it okay to use regular bananas?
- Regular bananas work fine if you toss in some ice, but frozen ones make it way thicker.
- → Which milk option’s best?
- Go with any type you like—dairy, almond, soy, or oat all get the job done.
- → Do I really need honey?
- Not at all! Ripe bananas naturally sweeten it enough.
- → Can this be made vegan?
- Of course! Just switch to plant-based yogurt and milk.
- → How do I pack in extra protein?
- Toss in a protein powder scoop or load up with more Greek yogurt.