Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large bananas (frozen and sliced)
- 2 tablespoons all-natural creamy peanut butter
- 1/4 cup unsweetened almond milk (or milk of choice)
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds
- 1/4 cup crunchy granola
- 1/4 cup fresh blueberries or sliced strawberries
- 1 teaspoon hemp hearts or flax seeds
- Optional: 1 scoop of vanilla protein powder
Instructions
- Gather all your ingredients and ensure your bananas are completely frozen. Slicing the bananas before freezing them makes the blending process much smoother. Measure out your almond milk and peanut butter. If you are using a lower-powered blender, let the frozen banana slices sit at room temperature for about two minutes to soften slightly before starting.
- Place the frozen banana slices, peanut butter, vanilla extract, and a splash of almond milk into a high-speed blender. If you are using protein powder, add it now. Start blending on the lowest speed, using a tamper to push the ingredients down toward the blades. Slowly increase the speed, adding more almond milk one tablespoon at a time only if necessary. Blend until the mixture is thick, smooth, and resembles the texture of soft-serve ice cream.
- Scoop the thick smoothie mixture into a chilled bowl and smooth out the top with the back of a spoon. Work quickly so it does not melt. Arrange your granola in a neat line or circle, then add the fresh berries next to it. Sprinkle the chia seeds, hemp hearts, and a final drizzle of melted peanut butter over the top. Serve immediately while it is cold and firm.
- Cook Time: 5 minutes