Peanut Butter Hot Chocolate Smoothie (V, GF, DF): a thick, creamy, protein-packed smoothie that tastes like hot chocolate in peanut butter milkshake form. Vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free, protein-rich, no sugar added.
Peanut butter and hot chocolate combined into a smoothie that’s so rich and creamy you might call it a milkshake. This Peanut Butter Hot Chocolate Smoothie is thick, satisfying, and packed with protein — and it’s made with simple, wholesome ingredients. It’s vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free, and contains no added sugar while delivering big peanut butter and cocoa flavor.
This recipe came from a reader’s comment comparing peanut butter cookies to a chocolate peanut butter shake and hot chocolate. That idea inspired a frozen, drinkable version that truly tastes like a peanut butter hot chocolate — cold, thick, and indulgent without the guilt.
After testing variations from a few favorite smoothies, the final combination that worked best uses frozen bananas for body and creaminess, peanut butter for flavor and protein, unsweetened almond milk for a touch of liquid, unsweetened cocoa powder for deep chocolate notes, and a pinch of cinnamon to bring the profile close to hot chocolate. The result is a texture like a frozen milkshake and a flavor that brings peanut butter and hot chocolate together in perfect balance.
This smoothie is great any time of day: as a post-workout snack, a filling breakfast, an afternoon pick-me-up, or a healthier dessert. It’s easy to make and adaptable if you prefer a thinner or thicker consistency.
Why you’ll love it:
- Super thick and creamy, like a milkshake
- Rich, chocolatey, and unmistakably hot chocolate-inspired
- Vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free
- Quick and easy to prepare
- No added sugar — naturally sweetened by banana
- Protein-packed thanks to peanut butter
- Made with simple, feel-good ingredients
- Perfect as a snack, post-workout drink, or dessert
- Only five main ingredients
Ready to make one? Gather a blender, frozen bananas, unsweetened almond milk, natural peanut butter, cocoa powder, and cinnamon. Blend until smooth and creamy. You can top the smoothie with a sprinkle of cinnamon, chocolate shavings, a dollop of coconut whip, or a drizzle of additional peanut butter if desired.
When to enjoy a smoothie is up to you — before or after a workout, as a special treat, or whenever you want a quick, nourishing indulgence. This Peanut Butter Hot Chocolate Smoothie fits all those moments.
Recipe summary:
Peanut Butter Hot Chocolate Smoothie (Vegan, Gluten Free, Protein-Packed, Dairy-Free, No Sugar Added)
Ingredients
- 4 medium bananas, sliced and frozen
- 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk* (add up to 1/2 cup more for a thinner texture)
- 1/4 cup unsalted natural peanut butter
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Optional toppings
- Ground cinnamon, chocolate shavings, coconut whip, extra peanut butter for drizzle
Instructions
- Add the frozen banana slices to a blender and pulse until crumbly. Add almond milk and blend until smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides as needed.
- Add peanut butter and blend until incorporated. Add cocoa powder and cinnamon and blend until well combined, scraping down the sides periodically.
- Pour into two glasses and enjoy immediately. Top with cinnamon, chocolate shavings, coconut whip, or a peanut butter drizzle if desired.
Notes
Adapted from previous peanut butter and chocolate smoothie recipes. For a thinner consistency, add up to 1/2 cup extra almond milk (1 cup total). Smoothies are naturally sweetened by banana — no added sugar is needed.
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