Name: Peanut Butter and Chocolate Post-Workout Smoothie
Prep time: 5 min
Total time: 5 min
Yield: 1
Ingredients: ½ banana, peeled and roughly chopped; ½ tbsp. cacao powder; 1 ½ tbsp. peanut butter; ½ tsp. vanilla extract; 1 cup (240ml) almond milk, unsweetened; 1 scoop (30g) chocolate protein powder; 2 tsp. sesame seeds

Looking for a delicious and nutritious post-workout smoothie recipe? Look no further! This Peanut Butter and Chocolate Post-Workout Smoothie is perfect for refuelling your body after a workout. It is packed with protein, carbs and healthy fats, and it tastes amazing! Plus, it is super easy to make. So give it a try today!

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Why make a post workout smoothie?

This Peanut Butter and Chocolate Post-Workout Smoothie has many benefits that you can take advantage of when making this recipe.

For example, Peanut Butter contains high levels of the amino acid arginine which increases nitric oxide production in the blood vessels leading to vasodilation or widening of the blood vessels which will help improve athletic performance along with increasing muscle mass.

Peanut butter also contains vitamin E which helps prevent muscle soreness by reducing inflammation within the muscles.

Lastly, this smoothie tastes amazing making it a great way to enjoy an indulgent treat while still providing your body with the nutrients it needs!

What does the cocoa powder do in a protein shake?

Chocolate powder, which can be found in the baking section of your supermarket or speciality shop, is an excellent addition to any pre-made vegan protein shake. It not only adds a chocolate taste to your shake but also balances the flavor of the protein powder you add to it. If your powder has a strong flavor, adding cocoa is a fantastic complement.

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What you’ll need to make a peanut butter and chocolate smoothie

½ banana, peeled and roughly chopped
½ tbsp. cacao powder
1 ½ tbsp. peanut butter
½ tsp. vanilla extract
1 cup (240ml) almond milk, unsweetened
1 scoop (30g) chocolate protein powder
2 tsp. sesame seeds

Ingredient substitutions

Peanut Butter – The chocolate shake has a touch of sweetness and extra protein from the peanut butter. However, you may replace it with another nut butter or even Nutella if you like!

Protein Powder – You may use any brand or flavor of protein powder that you choose. The key is to be aware that some protein powders are designed to be used in hot beverages. If you put one of those varieties in your drink, the protein powder might clump.

Consider what kind of protein powder you want to drink. If possible, look for one that complements your peanut butter and chocolate preferences. Vanilla, chocolate, or peanut butter flavored protein powders would be delicious. You may also choose a flavorless protein powder if that is your preference.

What you could also add

More nut butters to use – Not all pears are alike, and some of them may be difficult to extract. I recommend that you try other nuts, such as almonds or cashews if you wish to use a different nut butter.

Add some greens – If you want to add more nutrients to your shake, try adding some fresh spinach or baby kale leaves. You won’t notice the flavor, but it may affect the color!

Fruity Shake – If you like, add some fresh fruit to your shake for a fruity spin. Fresh berries, raspberries, or bananas might be a wonderful addition to this drink.

Bowl Style – A peanut butter banana smoothie bowl is a good alternative. To make it thicker, add extra banana or ice to the mix, then serve in a bowl with toppings such as granola, banana slices, or blueberries and additional peanut butter drizzled on top.

How to make the smoothie

Place all of the ingredients into a high-speed blender and puree until smooth. Serve right away.

Recipe tips

How to Freeze Bananas – There are a number of ways to freeze a banana. To do this, slice the banana into 1-inch thick pieces and seal them in a ziplock bag before freezing. Slice the bananas and put them on a parchment paper-lined sheet pan. Freeze for about 2 hours until the banana pieces are frozen solid. Add to a ziplock bag for later use.

Storage Tips

To extend the life of smoothies, keep them in the fridge. Refrigerate leftover smoothies in airtight storage containers or jars for up to one day.

Freeze smoothies in freezer-safe jars or ice cube trays for up to three months. For a smoothie on demand, use an ice cube tray and toss the frozen cubes into the blender.

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