Vegan Peanut Butter Banana Bowl (Printable Version)

A creamy vegan bowl blending bananas, peanut butter, and protein with fresh fruit and granola toppings.

# What You'll Need:

→ Smoothie Base

01 - 2 large ripe bananas, frozen and sliced
02 - 2 tablespoons natural peanut butter
03 - 1 scoop plant-based vanilla protein powder (approximately 1 ounce)
04 - 1 cup unsweetened almond milk or plant-based milk alternative
05 - 1 tablespoon chia seeds
06 - 1 to 2 teaspoons maple syrup, optional

→ Toppings

07 - ½ banana, sliced
08 - 2 tablespoons gluten-free granola
09 - 1 tablespoon peanut butter for drizzling
10 - 2 tablespoons mixed fresh berries such as blueberries and strawberries
11 - 1 teaspoon chia seeds
12 - 1 teaspoon cacao nibs, optional

# Directions:

01 - In a blender, combine the frozen banana slices, peanut butter, protein powder, almond milk, chia seeds, and maple syrup if using.
02 - Blend until smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides as needed. The mixture should achieve a thick consistency; add additional milk only if necessary for blending.
03 - Divide the smoothie base evenly between two serving bowls.
04 - Arrange the sliced banana, granola, berries, peanut butter drizzle, chia seeds, and cacao nibs over each bowl.
05 - Serve immediately with a spoon.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Ready in just 10 minutes with minimal cleanup
  • Packed with 15g of plant protein per serving
  • Customizable with your favorite toppings
  • Naturally sweetened with fruit (additional sweetener optional)
  • Thick, creamy texture that's satisfying to eat with a spoon
02 -
  • Use a high-powered blender for the smoothest consistency
  • If you don't have frozen bananas, use fresh ones and add 4-5 ice cubes
  • For meal prep, freeze portioned smoothie ingredients (except liquid) in bags
  • Warm the peanut butter slightly before drizzling for easier application
  • Look for protein powders without artificial sweeteners for cleaner nutrition
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