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Chocolate Banana Protein Smoothie Bowl - Creamy, Satisfying, and Easy

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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • Frozen bananas (2 medium, sliced before freezing)
  • Unsweetened cocoa powder or cacao powder (1–2 tablespoons)
  • Protein powder (1 scoop; whey, plant-based, or collagen)
  • Milk of choice (1/2 to 3/4 cup; dairy, almond, oat, or soy)
  • Greek yogurt (optional, 1/4 cup for creaminess and extra protein)
  • Nut butter (1 tablespoon; peanut, almond, or cashew)
  • Vanilla extract (1/2 teaspoon)
  • Pinch of salt (to enhance flavor)
  • Honey or maple syrup (optional, to taste)
  • Ice cubes (optional, for extra thickness)
  • Sliced banana or berries
  • Granola or toasted oats
  • Chia seeds, hemp hearts, or flaxseed
  • Cocoa nibs or dark chocolate shavings
  • Coconut flakes
  • Crushed nuts (almonds, walnuts, peanuts)
  • Drizzle of nut butter

Method
 

  1. Prep your bananas: Peel, slice, and freeze ripe bananas the night before. Frozen bananas make the base thick and creamy.
  2. Add to blender: Place frozen banana slices, cocoa powder, protein powder, milk, Greek yogurt (if using), nut butter, vanilla, and a pinch of salt into the blender.
  3. Blend low and slow: Start on low speed, then increase as the mixture grabs. Use a tamper if you have one. Add milk a splash at a time until it reaches thick, spoonable consistency.
  4. Adjust sweetness: Taste. If you want it sweeter, add a small drizzle of honey or maple syrup and blend again. If it’s too thin, add a few ice cubes or more frozen banana.
  5. Serve: Pour into a bowl. It should mound up rather than pour like a drink.
  6. Top it: Add sliced fruit, crunchy granola, seeds, and a sprinkle of cocoa nibs. Finish with a light drizzle of nut butter for extra richness.
  7. Enjoy right away: Smoothie bowls are best fresh, when the texture is thick and frosty.