Chunky Monkey Smoothie (Print version)

A creamy, chocolatey blend featuring classic Chunky Monkey tastes, crowned with granola, fresh fruit, and seeds. Ideal for any meal.

# What You Need:

→ Smoothie Base

01 - 2 medium bananas, peeled, sliced, and frozen
02 - 1/4 cup peanut butter powder or 2 tablespoons peanut butter
03 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
04 - 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
05 - 2-3 tablespoons coconut water

→ Toppings

06 - 1 banana, peeled and sliced
07 - 1/2 cup maple cinnamon granola (use gluten-free if needed)
08 - 2 teaspoons cacao nibs
09 - 2 teaspoons hemp seeds
10 - 2 teaspoons mini chocolate chips (optional, dairy-free if desired)

# How to Make:

01 - Combine the frozen bananas, peanut butter powder or peanut butter, vanilla extract, cocoa powder, and coconut water in a high-powered blender or food processor.
02 - Blend on low speed, gradually increasing to medium-high. Use the tamper to keep the mixture moving. If using a food processor, pulse and scrape down the sides as needed until smooth and creamy.
03 - Divide the smoothie base evenly between two bowls.
04 - Top each bowl with sliced banana, granola, cacao nibs, hemp seeds, and mini chocolate chips if using.
05 - Serve immediately and enjoy while cold and creamy.

# Expert tips:

01 -
  • Tastes like eating chocolate peanut butter banana ice cream for breakfast with zero guilt attached
  • The texture sits somewhere between soft serve and mousse, making every spoon feel luxurious
02 -
  • Frozen bananas must be truly frozen solid, or you'll end up with chocolate soup instead of that thick, scoopable texture
  • Over-blending creates too much heat and melts the frozen base, so stop as soon as it's smooth
03 -
  • Peel and slice your bananas before freezing them or you'll never get the skins off
  • Let the blender run in short bursts rather than one long blend to avoid overheating
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