Kefir Peanut Butter Smoothie
This creamy Chocolate Peanut Butter Kefir Smoothie blends gut-friendly probiotics from kefir milk with protein-rich peanut butter, ripe bananas, and Medjool dates for a delicious low-sugar treat. Ready in just 5 minutes with six simple ingredients and a dash of cocoa powder, it’s the perfect quick breakfast or snack to kickstart your day.
Equipment
- Blender
Ingredients
- 150 ml kefir milk or 150 ml water + 150 ml kefir
- 2 ripe bananas small or large
- 2 Medjool dates pitted; Medjool dates are sweeter than other dates
- 3 Tbsp chunky peanut butter or creamy peanut butter
- 1½ Tbsp cocoa powder or cacao powder
- 10 ice cubes around 10
- 1 Tbsp chia seeds optional for fiber-rich chocolate peanut butter kefir smoothie
- 1 Tbsp flax seeds optional for additional nutrition
- 1 Tbsp psyllium husk optional for texture and gut health
- ½ cup rolled oats optional for a nutty delight nut butter chocolate smoothie experience
- ½ cup fresh avocados optional for rich and creamy keto chocolate peanut butter kefir smoothie
- ½ cup dairy-free chocolate chips optional for a vegan gut-friendly protein boost
Instructions
- Add kefir milk (or 150 ml kefir + 150 ml water), bananas, and dates to the blender and blend on low then high until your dates and kefir smoothie base is smooth.
- Add peanut butter, cocoa powder, and ice cubes and blend until you have a creamy, protein-packed chocolate peanut butter kefir smoothie .
- For a keto chocolate peanut butter kefir smoothie, omit the bananas and add avocado as a healthy fat substitute.
- For a gluten-free chocolate peanut butter kefir smoothie, ensure your optional oats and add-ins are certified gluten-free.
- For a vegan chocolate peanut butter kefir smoothie, use plant-based kefir, dairy-free nut butter, and dairy-free chocolate chips.
- Serve immediately for the best texture; this homemade kefir smoothie for family of six or just you won’t wait.
Notes
Serve immediately after blending to enjoy the warm, healthy hug of this kefir treat.
| Nutrient | Amount per Serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 362 kcal | 18% |
| Protein | 10.2 g | 20% |
| Total Fat | 14.6 g | 22% |
| – Saturated Fat | 3.9 g | 20% |
| Carbohydrates | 55.3 g | 18% |
| – Dietary Fiber | 6.95 g | 25% |
| – Total Sugars | 34.6 g | — |
| Sodium | 180 mg | 8% |