Pb & J Recipe

Prepare ingredients

If using fresh strawberries, hull and halve them. Peel the banana and break into chunks. Measure almond milk, peanut butter, protein powder, and honey. If you prefer a colder, thicker smoothie and are using fresh fruit, have the ice ready.

Blend

Add banana, strawberries, almond milk, 3 tbsp peanut butter, whey protein, and raw honey to the blender. If using ice, add it now. Start blending on low to combine, then increase to high and blend until completely smooth and no fruit chunks remain (about 30–60 seconds depending on blender). Scrape down the sides once and blend another 10–15 seconds if needed.

Check consistency and sweetness

Taste and adjust: if too thick, add 2–4 tbsp almond milk and pulse to combine; if you want it sweeter, add another 1/2–1 tsp honey and blend briefly.

Warm 1 tbsp peanut butter for 5–10 seconds in the microwave (or gently stir if very soft) until pourable but not hot.

Pour the smoothie into a glass. Drizzle the warmed peanut butter around the inside of the glass as a swirl, or spoon it on top and use a toothpick to create a decorative swirl. Garnish with banana or strawberry slices as desired.

Serve immediately with a straw or spoon.