Banana Almond Butter Smoothie

This easy, 4-ingredient banana almond butter smoothie is tasty and nutritious. It’s perfectly spiced with cinnamon, too!

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A glass of smoothie topped with a thick layer of almond butter, chocolate chips, and crushed nuts. Bananas, a strainer, a jar of almond butter, and a spoon are on the table.

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Why You’ll Love This Recipe

Smooth: I mean, it’s in the name. This smoothie is oh-so-smooth (and delicious)!
Filling: Almond butter is packed with healthy plant-based fats that keep you full longer.

Nutrition For Mental Wellbeing

One serving of almonds contains 6g of carbohydrates, 4.5g of fiber, 6g of protein, and 14g of fat. They are rich in antioxidants, vitamin E, and manganese. Almonds are also a great source of magnesium.

A retrospective study showed that increased vitamin E intake is associated with reduced odds of depressive symptoms.

Ingredients + Notes

Four simple ingredients that you probably have in your pantry.

Ingredients for a almond butter smoothie on a blue surface.

Bananas: The base of this smoothie is frozen bananas. If you don’t have any frozen on hand, you can substitute fresh bananas, but make sure to add some ice to the blender.
Almond Milk: I like to use unsweetened almond milk. The bananas are sweet enough.
Almond Butter: It’s in the title, the star of the show. Creamy, delicious almond butter is all you need.

Recipe Variations

Enjoy this smoothie as is, or make variations as needed

Milk: This recipe calls for unsweetened almond milk. However, any milk alternative will work. I recommend using whatever you have on hand, be it oat milk, cashew milk, soy milk, or coconut milk.
Sweetener: This smoothie is sweet and tasty without added sugar. However, to ramp up the sweetness, you can add one to two Medjool dates or a drizzle of maple syrup for an extra tasty smoothie.
Protein: This smoothie contains 7 grams of protein (from the almond butter primarily). If you want a boost, then I recommend adding a half scoop of vanilla protein powder or chocolate protein powder.

How To Make An Almond Butter Banana Smoothie

Almond butter smoothies are easy to make. That’s part of the reason I love it so much.

Add banana, almond milk, almond butter, and cinnamon to a high-speed blender and blend until creamy and smooth.

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Step-by-step instructions for banana almond smoothie.

Close-up of a blender containing sliced bananas and milk, surrounded by ingredients such as cinnamon in a bowl, almond butter on a plate, and bananas on a blue surface.

Serve smoothie with almond butter drizzle and mini chocolate chips on top.

Creamy smoothie being poured into a glass.

A glass of smoothie is being dusted with cinnamon through a sieve. Nearby are bananas and a jar of almond butter with a spoon in it on a blue surface.

Servings Ideas

This is the perfect breakfast smoothie or post-workout snack. For added texture and flavor, serve it with a drizzle of almond butter and a sprinkle of cacao nibs or mini chocolate chips. Here are my recommendations for recipe pairings.

Muffins: Try these Banana Muffins or Lemon Poppy Seed Muffins.
Scones: These Banana Nut Scones are perfect with this almond smoothie.
Chia pudding: This is a great option for an extra-filling breakfast. Try this Coconut Milk Chia Pudding or Banana Chia Pudding.
Overnight oats: Make this Overnight Oats No Yogurt or PB &J Overnight Oats.
Oatmeal: A warm bowl of oatmeal that’s ready in just 5 minutes. Can you think of a better pairing? Enjoy this Creamy Oatmeal, Banana Oatmeal Recipe, or Easy Chocolate Oatmeal.

Storage Tips

Any leftover smoothie can be stored in an airtight glass container in the fridge for up to 24 hours. Give it a good shake or stir before drinking.

FAQ

Is a banana with almond butter good for you?

Yes, bananas with almond butter are good for you. (Provided you’re not allergic to either.) Together, they make an excellent combo of carbohydrates, protein, and healthy fats.

Are almond butter smoothies good for you?

Yes, almond butter smoothies are rich in healthy fats, vitamins, and minerals and can be a great way to fuel your body.

Is banana in a smoothie healthy?

Yes, bananas add natural sweetness, fiber, and essential vitamins. They are a great base for most smoothie recipes as it can make them nice and creamy.

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Recipe

Equipment

Vitamix

Ingredients

2 large bananas, ripe peeled and frozen
3/4 cup almond milk, unsweetened
3 tablespoons almond butter
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Instructions

Add banana, almond milk, almond butter, and cinnamon to a high-speed blender and blend until creamy and smooth.
Serve smoothie with almond butter drizzle and mini chocolate chips on top.

Notes

Storage Tips

Any leftover smoothie can be stored in an airtight glass container in the fridge for up to 24 hours. Give it a good shake or stir before drinking.

Please read the blog post above for more helpful tips, tricks, and topping suggestions!

Nutrition

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Reference

Huang AA, Huang SY. Quantification of the Effect of Vitamin E Intake on Depressive Symptoms in United States Adults Using Restricted Cubic Splines. Curr Dev Nutr. 2023 Feb 2;7(2):100038. doi: 10.1016/j.cdnut.2023.100038. PMID: 37180089; PMCID: PMC10111581.

Banana Almond Butter Smoothie

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

Nutrition For Mental Wellbeing

Ingredients + Notes

Recipe Variations