Healthy Peanut Butter, Banana and Honey Milkshake
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 1 1x
Description
My favorite milkshake recipe.
Ingredients
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- 1/2 cup (125 ml) milk, any kind you like (I used 1%, but you can use whatever you like)
- 1 tbsp (15 ml) peanut butter (I used creamy, but you can use crunchy if you like)
- 1 tbsp (15 ml) ground golden flaxseed (see note below)
- 2 tsp honey (preferably raw, local honey)
- 1/2 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp organic raw, unfiltered apple cider vinegar
- 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 pinch sea salt
- 1 large banana, peeled, chopped into 6 pieces, and frozen
- 1 tsp raw cacao nibs, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Add all ingredients into a blender and process until smooth.
- Pour the smoothie into a glass and sprinkle the cacao nibs on top, if using.
- Serve immediately, while it is super thick and creamy.
Notes
- Flaxseed Substitution: You can use 1 tablespoon rolled oats instead of the ground flaxseed, or if you have flaxseeds on hand but no ground flaxseed, you can grind it yourself in a coffee grinder or food processor.
- Vegan Option: Use a non-dairy “milk” (like soy, almond, etc.) and use pure maple syrup instead of honey.
- Prep Time: 2 mins
- Cook Time: 2 mins
- Category: Drinks
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 260
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Frequently Asked Questions
Why does the recipe call for a frozen banana instead of a fresh one?
Freezing the banana — the recipe specifies chopping it into 6 pieces before freezing — gives the shake its thick, creamy milkshake-like texture without needing ice cream or added ice. A fresh banana would result in a much thinner drink.
What does the ground golden flaxseed do in this milkshake, and can I substitute it?
The flaxseed adds fiber and omega-3s without noticeably altering the flavor. The notes say you can swap it for 1 tablespoon of rolled oats, or grind whole flaxseeds yourself in a coffee grinder or food processor if you have those on hand instead.
Is there a vegan version of this milkshake?
Yes — the notes explicitly provide this: use a non-dairy milk such as soy or almond instead of regular milk, and swap the honey for pure maple syrup.
