Warm toast fresh out of the toaster slathered with some peanut butter. The peanut butter just starts to melt due to the warmth. Add a few slices of banana then drizzle with some honey. Breakfast is served. It can also be more time-consuming than some people have in the mornings. I know I also like peanut butter and banana with honey sandwiches, but they don’t tend to travel well.
That was the inspiration behind this new smoothie recipe. I used chocolate protein powder and it paired really well with the peanut butter (like for sure!) and the banana only enhances the flavor of the honey.
It’s that childhood (or adult!) favorite all packed and portable. With a bit more protein punch.
I have so many smoothies that I love but this one has been my go-to the last few days. I get the health benefits of the protein powder, raw honey, and banana and the lower calorie peanut butter with PB2.
This one keeps me full for quite a long time, too. I’ve tested it at breakfast and on another day for lunch. The frozen banana doesn’t make it too Wendy’s Frosty like so it can be enjoyed in cooler weather.
You know what wasn’t fun about it though? Trying to photograph it before the honey sunk to the bottom of my glass. Grrrrrrrr. I was trying to make it all fancy and pretty for you guys!
- 1 scoop chocolate protein powder
- 8 oz milk
- 1 frozen banana, peeled
- 1 tbsp PB2 powder
- raw honey
- Put the protein powder, milk, banana, and PB2 in the blender.
- Blend until smooth.
- Pour into a tall glass.
- Drizzle a bit of honey over the top of the glass.
- Enjoy.
Monica says
December 11, 2014 at 2:56 pmYum! This look so amazing – especially the honey drizzled on top. My kiddos would LOVE this too. 🙂
Michele says
December 11, 2014 at 3:50 pmWhat an interesting sounding combination. I happen to be allergic to bananas so I rarely if ever make a smoothy since they all seen to include them. Drizzle honey on peanut butter–I think I could live with that!
chrystal says
December 11, 2014 at 6:01 pmYou can easily leave the banana out! I would just add a few ice cubes in replacement to give it that thickness.
Theresa says
December 11, 2014 at 3:58 pmI love the combination of ingredients in this smoothie! This would be a great way to start the day!
Robin (Masshole Mommy) says
December 11, 2014 at 5:21 pmI love that you made this with honey! It sounds SO good.
Pam says
December 11, 2014 at 5:23 pmI’ve been trying to drink more smoothies lately. This one looks like it would be delicious.
chrystal says
December 11, 2014 at 6:00 pmI love them. They make breakfast simple and I get a healthy dose of protein and vegetables. I don’t use a lot of pudding mixes. I think I am going to do the 30 Day Green Smoothie Challenge again in January.
Jeanine says
December 11, 2014 at 6:52 pmOK I am going to try this one! It just looks so good and sounds super good! yum!
Billie says
December 11, 2014 at 7:47 pmI think you did a great job with the photo, it’s plenty fancy. It sounds delicious, too!
Kecia says
December 11, 2014 at 7:55 pmI made a smoothie this morning and was thinking about adding honey to make it a little sweeter. I have never used that in a smoothie though so wasn’t sure. It looks like it’s a good idea, seeing your recipe!
Debbie Denny says
December 11, 2014 at 9:01 pmSo good . Yum and great idea for a smoothie.
Kristen from The Road to Domestication says
December 11, 2014 at 10:52 pmMy mom used to make me peanut butter and banana and honey sandwiches when I was little…I can taste this smoothie now!
bekki says
December 11, 2014 at 10:56 pmhmmm peanut butter, banana and honey!! Sounds perfect!
Debbie L. says
December 11, 2014 at 11:00 pmI love peanut butter and bananas. I am sure this would be so tasty!
Stefany says
December 12, 2014 at 12:22 amI love you Chrystal! I think it looks pretty even though the honey sunk. 🙂
Debra says
December 12, 2014 at 8:45 amI’ve never been much of a honey person, but this looks delish. I love making smoothies in the morning, they’re so easy to make and I can take it on the go with me to work.
Christie says
December 12, 2014 at 11:06 amSounds like a delicious combo! My husband loves peanut butter
Amy Desrosiers says
December 12, 2014 at 3:44 pmI love that you used honey to sweeten this! Truly a delish looking drink!
Lorelai @ Life With Lorelai says
December 12, 2014 at 5:33 pmDespite the fact that the honey is on Santa’s naughty list, the picture looks delicious, and the Peanut Butter Banana and Honey Smoothy sounds YUMMY! What a great idea. Thanks for sharing at the #HomeMatters Linky Party. Pinned and shared. 🙂
~Lorelai @ Life With Lorelai
#ibabloggers
Sue says
December 12, 2014 at 5:36 pmLooks super yummy and easy to make. I may have to try to make it this weekend!
Krystal's Kitsch says
December 12, 2014 at 5:38 pmI love that you added honey! It seems like the perfect combination.
Rosey says
December 12, 2014 at 6:13 pmLOL on the honey sinking for the picture. That was the first thing I thought of when I saw the picture. but you did good, it looks pretty. It sounds good too!
Shell says
December 12, 2014 at 7:15 pmThis sounds really good. I love adding honey to my smoothies.
Amanda says
December 12, 2014 at 8:46 pmI love honey! I put it in everything. I will have to try this!
Kiwi says
December 14, 2014 at 5:05 pmGirl you always come up with creative combos!! This looks amazing thanks for the creation!
Beth@KCMompreneurs says
December 14, 2014 at 6:42 pmThat sounds so yummy. I am looking for smoothie recipes to help me with my meal planning. And I love peanut butter.
Rulouri exterioare says
June 18, 2015 at 11:00 amSimple and healthy!