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Creamy Chocolate Peanut Butter Protein Smoothie

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A quick and easy smoothie that tastes like dessert but serves as a healthy breakfast or snack, combining frozen banana, peanut butter, cocoa, protein powder, and cottage cheese for a creamy, satisfying treat.

Ingredients

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  • 1 large frozen banana, peeled and sliced
  • 2 tablespoons natural peanut butter (unsweetened, creamy)
  • 1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder (preferably Dutch-processed)
  • 1 scoop chocolate or vanilla protein powder (plant-based or whey)
  • 1/4 cup small-curd full-fat cottage cheese
  • 1 cup milk (dairy or unsweetened almond milk)
  • 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup (optional)
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • A handful of ice cubes (optional for extra frostiness)
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Peel and slice a large banana, then freeze it for at least 2 hours or overnight until solid.
  2. Place the frozen banana slices, peanut butter, cocoa powder, and protein powder into the blender jar.
  3. Add the cottage cheese and milk to the blender.
  4. Pour in vanilla extract, honey or maple syrup (if using), and a pinch of salt.
  5. Blend on low speed, then increase to high for about 60 seconds, scraping down the sides halfway through.
  6. If the smoothie is too thick, add milk 2 tablespoons at a time; if too thin, add a few ice cubes and blend for 15-20 seconds.
  7. Taste and adjust sweetness by adding more honey or maple syrup if desired, then blend briefly again.
  8. Serve immediately in a glass or travel mug, optionally topped with a sprinkle of cocoa powder or chopped peanuts.

Notes

Freeze banana for at least 2 hours for best texture. Use full-fat cottage cheese for creaminess. Blend cottage cheese with milk first for silkier texture. Adjust sweetness to taste. For vegan version, substitute cottage cheese with coconut or almond yogurt and use plant-based protein powder and non-dairy milk.

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