Vegan Peanut Butter Banana Bowl (Print View)

Creamy vegan bowl with banana, peanut butter, plant protein, fresh fruit, and crunchy granola toppings.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Smoothie Base

01 - 2 large ripe bananas, frozen and sliced
02 - 2 tablespoons natural peanut butter
03 - 1 scoop plant-based vanilla protein powder (approximately 1 ounce)
04 - 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
05 - 1 tablespoon chia seeds
06 - 1 to 2 teaspoons maple syrup, optional

→ Toppings

07 - ½ banana, sliced
08 - 2 tablespoons granola, gluten-free if needed
09 - 1 tablespoon peanut butter, drizzled
10 - 2 tablespoons mixed fresh berries
11 - 1 teaspoon chia seeds
12 - 1 teaspoon cacao nibs, optional

# Directions:

01 - In a blender, combine frozen banana slices, peanut butter, protein powder, almond milk, chia seeds, and maple syrup if using.
02 - Blend until smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides as needed. The mixture should achieve a thick consistency; add additional milk only if necessary for blending.
03 - Divide the smoothie base evenly between two serving bowls.
04 - Arrange banana slices, granola, berries, peanut butter drizzle, chia seeds, and cacao nibs on top of each bowl.
05 - Serve immediately with a spoon.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Ready in just 10 minutes—perfect for busy mornings
  • Packed with 15g of plant-based protein per serving
  • Customizable with your favorite toppings
  • Naturally sweetened with fruit (and optional maple syrup)
  • Satisfying texture that eats like a meal
02 -
  • Freeze bananas when they're perfectly ripe (with some brown spots) for the sweetest flavor
  • For the most photogenic bowl, arrange toppings in separate sections rather than mixing them together
  • If your blender struggles with frozen ingredients, let the bananas thaw for 5 minutes before blending
  • Warm the peanut butter slightly before drizzling for easier application and a more attractive presentation
  • Prep freezer bags of sliced bananas in advance for quick smoothie bowl assembly
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