Peanut Butter Banana Smoothie for Weight Loss (with PB powder & Oats)
Peanut Butter Banana Smoothie for Weight Loss uses peanut butter powder because it's the healthiest way to add delicious peanut butter to your smoothie! Lower in fat (and fatty acids that aren't as good for us) and HIGH IN PROTEIN, this smoothie really satisfies, keeping you feeling full for hours, which reduces snacking.With just five simple ingredients, this drink not only helps with portion control but also supports fat loss and overall health. (Gluten-free, Vegan)11g to 21g protein, depending on what version you make.
½cuprolled oats(or quick oats are okay if that's what you have)
1whole bananacut into smaller chunks and frozen
½cupwater + 1/2 cup oat milkor almond milk, unsweetened, homemade OR buy: Three Trees or Malk brands preferred; if you can, try to avoid all nut and oat milks with added oils and vitamins. Find the above milks in the refrigerator section of many stores.
optional1 scoopcollagen (this one is best; use code BEAUTIFUL10 for 10% off at check out.), to bring the protein content up to 21g!
Instructions
Add oats to blender. Blend or pulse until mostly powdered or finely ground.
Add banana. (If frozen, be sure it's cut into smaller chunks or slices.) Top with milk, water, PB powder, optional collagen and sea salt.
Blend until smooth and creamy. Enjoy!
Notes
Storage
This Peanut Butter Banana Smoothie tastes best fresh from the blender. But if needed, it can be refrigerated for one day; or freeze, and defrost slowly overnight in the fridge to enjoy the next day.
Meal prep option
To pre-make this smoothie or make the prep time faster: Pre-measure oats, PB powder, sliced banana and salt into a ziptop bag, and freeze until needed. When ready, add to blender: bag contents, milk and water, blend and enjoy!