Chocolate Peanut Butter Banana Shake

Ingredients

• 1 large ripe banana ((previously peeled, sliced and frozen // 1 large banana equals ~200 g))
• 2 Tbsp salted natural peanut butter ((if unsalted, add a pinch of salt))
• 1-2 pitted dates ((if not sticky and moist, soak in hot water for 10 minutes, then drain))
• 1 Tbsp cacao powder or unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1-1 ½ cups dairy-free milk
• 1/2 cup ice ((optional))
• 1 Tbsp cacao nibs for “chocolate chip” effect ((blend in or use as topping))
• 1 Tbsp flax or hemp seeds ((for added nutrition))
• Dairy-free chocolate sauce ((for drizzling inside glass))
• Coconut whipped cream ((for topping))

Steps

1. 1

   Add all ingredients except almond milk to the blender. Add in almond milk 1/2 cup at a time, adding only enough to allow the ingredients to blend together. Add more for a thinner shake and less for a thicker shake.

2. 2

   Taste and adjust flavors, adding more banana or dates for sweetness, cacao for chocolate flavor, and peanut butter for saltiness. Optional: Add a handful of ice for extra thickness.

3. 3

   Serves 1 generously (as original recipe is written). Best when fresh, though leftovers will keep covered in the fridge for up to 24 hours. You could even freeze this into popsicles!