Chocolate Banana Peanut Butter Smoothie

I came across this PB2 powdered peanut butter at a Fresh Market, then again at Whole Foods and finally when I saw it at Target I had to have it.  Such a great idea!  I've put in in my oatmeal mix and have been on the lookout for what to do with it so I was happy to see it in an issue of Family Circle in an article with healthy recipes from The Biggest Loser.  This smoothie puts it to great use and is a great tasting way to get my protein!

Chocolate Banana Peanut Butter Smoothie 
Family Circle    Makes: two 12-ounce servings

2 cups ice
1 banana (frozen, fresh or a mix)
1/8 cup PB2 Powdered Peanut Butter
1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
1 1/2 teaspoons honey
1/2 cup chocolate almond milk, unsweetened
2 scoops vanilla protein powder

• Add all ingredients to a blender. Whirl until smooth.


Nutrient info per serving: 206 cal; 4g fat; 16g protein; 32g carb; 5g fiber; 227mg sodium

Writer's Note: This scrumptious smoothie calls for my new pantry staple, PB2 (amazon.com, $11). It's powdered peanut butter that adds intense peanut flavor but with almost 85 percent fewer calories from fat than the typical spread. The recipe yields two satisfying drinks—one each for me and my peanut-butter-loving husband.

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