If you thought my No-Bake Power Bites were easy, get ready for another quick and simple recipe to satisfy your sweet tooth.
Behold the four ingredient smoothie I make at least once (sometimes twice) a day.
Here are the ingredients you need:
- 1 frozen banana (freeze peeled)
- 2-3 tablespoons of peanut butter (or PB2)
- 1/2 teaspoon of cinnamon (2-3 dashes)
- 1 tablespoon of your choice of milk (I use lactose free 2%)
Directions:
- Put all the ingredients in a NutriBullet or blender and blend until smooth
- Add milk or ice for preferred consistency
- Enjoy
The first reason I love this smoothie is that it’s even better as nice cream. That’s right, if you freeze it for an hour it transforms into a creamy ice cream-like substance. It’s a great way to cut down on sugar and I swear it tastes like a frozen cinnamon roll. Amazing.
I have never been one for protein supplements. I would rather get my protein from whole foods than processed powders. If you are looking for a post-workout snack, your search is over!
The peanut butter supplies healthy fats, protein and fiber, and the banana is rich in potassium and magnesium. Lots of health benefits without the kidney and liver damage that often results from protein powder consumption.
If you don’t like peanut butter, I highly suggest using chocolate flavored PB2 as a substitute. You mix the powder with water for a creamy chocolate flavored spread (with less fat calories than peanut butter). I use a little less cinnamon with the PB2 to highlight the chocolate flavor.
Easy, filling and delicious: the three requirements for a LoveLeigh approved recipe.
I hope you enjoy it as much as I do.
Please let me know what other kinds of recipes you’d like to see on the blog!
Love, Leigh
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