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Peanut Protein Smoothie for Two

Creamy and satisfying protein-packed smoothie perfect for breakfast and on-the-go.
Glasses of creamy smoothies.
Prep time: 10 minutes
Makes: 2 cups
Nutrition Facts: View label

Ingredients

1 cup milk
¼ cup dry milk
¼ cup peanut butter
1 frozen banana, cut into pieces

Directions

  1. Put all ingredients in blender. Blend until smooth and serve.
  2. Refrigerate leftovers within 2 hours.

Notes

  • Try sunflower seed butter or any nut butter.
  • No banana? Use 1 cup of any frozen, fresh or canned and drained fruit.
  • No dairy? Use 1 cup lactose-free or non-dairy beverage and 20 to 30 grams of protein from any protein powder.
  • For more flavor, add a dash of cinnamon of ¼ teaspoon vanilla.

Comments

Thanks for this recipe for a high protein smoothie that is tasty. I showed my elderly parents how to make this. They are not fond of yogurt so this is a good compromise for them. 

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