Chocolate Peanut Butter Banana Smoothie with Crispy Chocolate Shell
This smoothie is rich, creamy, and naturally sweet from bananas, with a delicious peanut butter flavor and a crunchy chocolate topping!
Servings: 1
Calories: 475kcal
Ingredients
For the smoothie:
- 1 medium banana sliced and frozen
- ¾ cup 180ml unsweetened almond milk (or any milk of choice)
- ½ cup 120ml ice cubes
- ¼ cup 60ml whole-milk plain yogurt
- 2 tablespoons 30g smooth peanut butter
- 2 teaspoons 5g cocoa powder
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
For the chocolate shell:
- 1 tablespoon 10g mini chocolate chips or chopped dark chocolate
- ¾ teaspoon coconut oil
- A pinch of flaky sea salt optional
Instructions
Blend the smoothie
- Add the frozen banana, almond milk, ice cubes, yogurt, peanut butter, cocoa powder, and vanilla extract to a blender.
- Blend on high speed for 30–40 seconds until smooth and creamy.
- Pour into a 16-ounce (450ml) glass and place in the freezer for 10 minutes to slightly firm up the surface.
Make the chocolate shell
- In a small microwave-safe bowl, combine the chocolate chips and coconut oil.
- Microwave on high for 45 seconds, then stir until fully melted and smooth.
Pour the chocolate layer
- Remove the smoothie from the freezer and slowly drizzle the melted chocolate over the top.
- Tilt the glass slightly to spread the chocolate evenly across the surface.
Let the chocolate harden
- Place the smoothie in the refrigerator for 10 minutes until the chocolate layer hardens into a crisp shell.
- Sprinkle with a pinch of flaky sea salt if desired.
Enjoy
- Use a spoon to crack the chocolate shell and enjoy this creamy, crunchy smoothie!
Notes
- Add honey or maple syrup if you prefer a sweeter taste.
- Use 70% dark chocolate for a richer chocolate flavor.