Peanut Butter–Banana Flaxseed Smoothie
This Peanut Butter–Banana Flaxseed Smoothie is a creamy, nutrient-dense blend that’s perfect for busy mornings, post-workout fuel, or an afternoon snack. With ripe bananas, Greek yogurt, peanut butter, and flaxseed, it’s naturally sweet, protein-rich, and full of healthy fats and fiber to keep you energized.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings
- Category: Breakfast, Snack, Smoothie
- Method: Blend
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
2 frozen sliced very ripe medium bananas (about 1¼ cups)
½ cup unsweetened almond milk
¼ cup whole-milk plain strained (Greek-style) yogurt
¼ cup smooth natural peanut butter
1 tablespoon ground flaxseed, plus more for garnish
1 tablespoon pure maple syrup (optional)
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
⅛ teaspoon ground cinnamon
Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Place bananas, almond milk, yogurt, peanut butter, flaxseed, maple syrup (if using), vanilla, cinnamon, and salt in a blender.
- Blend until smooth and creamy, about 1 minute.
- Pour into 2 glasses and garnish with extra flaxseed, if desired.
Notes
- Use frozen bananas for the best creamy texture—fresh bananas will make it thinner.
- For a chocolate version, add 1–2 teaspoons unsweetened cocoa powder.
- Swap peanut butter for sunflower seed butter for a nut-free version.
- Boost protein by adding a scoop of protein powder or using soy milk.
- Dairy-free? Use coconut yogurt or another plant-based yogurt.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 glass
- Calories: 363
- Sugar: 17g
- Sodium: 155mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 13g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
