Enjoy a Chocolate Peanut Butter Cup Smoothie when the afternoon slump hits and you feel the need for a quick pick-me-up. All clean ingredients including bananas, dates, and cacao.
Chocolate Peanut Butter Cup Smoothie
A Chocolate Peanut Butter Cup Smoothie in the afternoon is quite simply a lifesaver for me.
No matter how well I have been eating, 3 pm rolls around, and that afternoon slump hits.
HARD.
You know the one where your body starts screaming for coffee or sugar, or even worse coffee AND sugar, and there is nothing you can do to stop it?
This is my something that stops it.
Simple, Whole Ingredients
Normally I would never post a recipe for a smoothie given that I never follow smoothie recipes myself.
I usually just dump whatever I have at hand into the blender and hope for the best.
But this Chocolate Peanut Butter Cup Smoothie is a little bit different and I feel the need to share.
You are going to need:
- frozen bananas
- almond milk
- mejdool date
- cocoa powder
- chia seeds
- hemp seeds
- natural peanut butter
- vanilla extract
- ice cubes
It's a little bit of a list, but hopefully all ingredients you will have on hand.
See below for some tips and substitutions for ingredients.
A Note On Ingredients
Bananas
If you don't have frozen bananas, then go on ahead and use fresh bananas, simply add more ice to make sure it's a nice cold smoothie.
Almond Milk
I use almond milk as I always have some on hand, and I like the creaminess it adds to a smoothie, without causing bloating.
You can easily sub for any other milk of choice, try:
- regular cows milk
- oat milk
- soy milk
- macadamia milk
- rice milk
Just please note, these milks may change how creamy the smoothie turns out, especially something like rice milk.
Dates
Mejdool dates are best. These are the bigger, stickier dates (like these ones) and they will give your smoothie a nice caramel undertone.
You will find them in little containers or big boxes in the fruit and veggie section of most supermarkets.
If you can’t find them you can always sub in some neglet or noor dates, although you will have to soak them in warm water for 5 mins, drain and then use them in the recipe to ensure they blend properly without warming up the smoothie from too much blending.
Cocao Powder
This is one ingredient that can tend to have a lot of added sugar, so be sure to check the ingredient list if this is something you are avoiding.
Although it can be more expensive, raw cacao powder is also a great option, and one that I usually use.
Chia and Hemp Seeds
These are not absolutely necessary for the smoothie, they simply add a little bit more goodness.
Please note that chia seeds thicken the smoothie so be sure to drink once made.
If you do not drink it straight away you may find that it thickens up considerably.
If this is the case, simply add some more water, or nut milk of choice and give the smoothie (with the lid on) a good shake until it reaches the desired consistency.
How To Serve and What To Do With Leftovers
Drink this Chocolate Peanut Butter Cup Smoothie as is straight away so that it is icy cold and delicious.
This also works wonderfully as a dessert!
More ways to serve up your smoothie or any leftovers:
- mix with extra chia seeds and leave for at least 5 minutes to thicken up and you have a peanut butter cup smoothie chia pudding
- mix leftovers with some oats and some extra almond milk and pop into the fridge overnight. The next day you will have a great Chocolate Peanut Butter Cup Smoothie Oat Bowl without any effort on your part.
Another smoothie that works well as is when made, or stirred through chia seeds or oats is my Acai Smoothie Bowl Recipe so be sure to check that one out next.
Happy Eating
xx
Recipe
Chocolate Peanut Butter Cup Smoothie
Ingredients
- 2 small frozen bananas
- ¾ cup almond milk
- 1 large pitted mejdool date diced
- 2 tbsps cocoa powder
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds
- 1 tablespoon hemp seeds
- ¼ cup natural peanut butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 8 ice cubes
Instructions
- Pop everything into a high speed blender and process until smooth and creamy
- Serve and enjoy
Susannah says
Wowie! I need to go make this RIGHT NOW!!! 😉
Donna1 says
Enjoy 🙂
Amber says
This sounds amazing. That's exactly what I need. I get that 3pm slump as well and just end up eating whatever I grab first. But I like this alternative.
Donna1 says
Oh I can totally relate, I have gotten better, but it's definitely the time of day where I am more likely to make bad choices!
Mar says
I'm totally a 'dump and hope' smoothie maker too! But this one sounds like a reese's so I think I can manage to follow a recipe! lol
Donna1 says
It is super easy 🙂
Nikka Shae says
I like peanut butter and this would be great for a mid-day snack!!!
Heather says
This sounds delicious! I make something similar, and my kids love it. Anything that combines chocolate and peanut butter is a win in my book!
Donna1 says
Oh I agree 🙂
Amanda Love says
Oh my goodness this looks so good. I think this is what I might make over the weekend for the kids. They will absolutely love it!
Donna1 says
Hope they do 🙂
Rose Sahetapy says
There are few of ingredienst I don't familiar with like chia seed and hemp seed, but overal this smoothie sound delicious. Never thought to make peanut butter as smoothie.
Bernadette says
Chocolate and peanut butter is a great combo.
Donna1 says
I agree 🙂
tp keane says
Oh, I actually tried something like this once. It was absolutely divine. Lost the recipe, so thanks for sharing. Happy dance.
Donna1 says
Yay, glad I could help! Hope you like this one just as much 🙂
Amy Jones says
This is my type of smoothie! with chocolate everything is awesome
Donna1 says
Definitely 🙂
natepd says
The smoothie sounds absolutely deli! But my diet wouldn't allow me to ever drink this!
Ana Fernandez says
Oh my gosh!! This smoothie looks so delicious! Can't wait to try to make it at home
Donna1 says
Thanks Ana!
Siniciliya says
looks so delicious! This is something I would definitely go for breakfast!
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Donna1 says
Me too 🙂
jill conyers says
My husband and I drink a green smoothie every day. Peanut butter and chocolate, 2 of my favorite things. This sounds delicious.
I host a Friday link up Living a Life of Fitness Health and Happiness and I would love for you to share your recipe. You can check out last week's link up here http://jillconyers.com/2016/01/simple-things-you-can-do-for-a-healthy-and-happy-life-2/
Donna1 says
We have a green smoothie every day too 🙂 This one is a 'treat' smoothie for the weekends! I will be sure to pop over and check out the link!
laura londergan says
you had me at chocolate and then it said peanut butter after that & i was completely gone! lol I love this combo and must try this
Donna1 says
Haha you sound like me Laura 🙂
Debra says
I just got a new blender and I am all about smoothies right now! I am trying every one I can get my hands on!
Donna1 says
Smoothies are awesome, right! We have one every day 🙂 Enjoy the new blender - I am totally addicted to mine
Heather lawrence says
Hello! Peanut butter and chocolate together?!? I am totally in.
This smoothie looks delicious...how on earth am I going to share this with the kids?
Donna1 says
Haha that is a predicament 🙂 I always give mine a little bit filled up with some extra almond milk - they don't know the difference.
Ana De- Jesus says
This sounds too good to be true! What a wickedly sinful dish I can't wait to try and make it for myself and it might help boost my energy levels too.
Donna1 says
It always works for me 🙂
Robin Rue (@massholemommy) says
This is my favorite combination in the whole world. This smoothie sounds SO good.
Donna1 says
Mine too 🙂
OurFamilyWorld says
Peanut butter and chocolate are a perfect match. This is so yummy!
Donna1 says
I agree - best combo!