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28 Comments · May 11, 2015

Peanut Butter Maca Smoothie

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Peanut Butter & Vanilla Maca Smoothie | An energizing plant-based smoothie that tastes like a peanut butter shake!

My very favorite smoothie over the last year has been the almond butter maca smoothie I posted last spring.

Well, this remixed peanut butter version just claimed the upcoming year.

Maca powder is my go-to addition to morning smoothies because of its energizing properties. It's rich in vitamins B, C + E; helps balance hormones and mood; increases energy + stamina; and has skin-clarifying properties. Maca has a nutty, malted flavor so it pairs well with creamy, nut-inclusive recipes like this one.

Just five ingredients -- frozen bananas, plant milk, peanut butter, maca powder, and pure vanilla extract -- go into this smoothie. Add them to a blender, blend on high until ultra-smooth, and serve. As someone who doesn't allow for a lot of extra time in the mornings, I usually blend this smoothie, pour it into a mason jar, screw on a lid, toss it in my bag, and run out the door. Most days, I wait until I'm at work to drink it, and my 30-minute commute doesn't seem to affect the flavor. Together, maca + banana provide an awesome energy and mood boost, an observation that, for me, is almost exclusive to that pairing.

The taste of this smoothie resembles a peanut butter shake with a subtle malted flavor from the maca. Plus, it's luxuriously creamy and rich. Dessert for breakfast with a kick of energy and good vibes? I'll take it.

Peanut Butter & Vanilla Maca Smoothie | An energizing plant-based smoothie that tastes like a peanut butter shake!

Peanut Butter & Vanilla Maca Smoothie | An energizing plant-based smoothie that tastes like a peanut butter shake!

Peanut Butter & Vanilla Maca Smoothie | An energizing plant-based smoothie that tastes like a peanut butter shake!

Peanut Butter & Vanilla Maca Smoothie | An energizing plant-based smoothie that tastes like a peanut butter shake!

Peanut Butter & Vanilla Maca Smoothie | An energizing plant-based smoothie that tastes like a peanut butter shake!

Peanut Butter & Vanilla Maca Smoothie | An energizing plant-based smoothie that tastes like a peanut butter shake!
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Peanut Butter Maca Smoothie

The smoothie requires just five ingredients—frozen bananas, plant milk, peanut butter, maca powder, and pure vanilla extract. Simply add them to a blender, blend on high until ultra-smooth, and serve. As someone who doesn't allow for a lot of extra time in the mornings, I usually blend this smoothie, pour it into a mason jar, screw on a lid, toss it in my bag, and run out the door. Most days, I wait until I'm at work to drink it, and my 30-minute commute doesn't seem to affect the flavor. Together, maca + banana provide an awesome energy and mood boost that keeps energy levels supercharged throughout the morning.
Course Smoothie
Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings 1

Ingredients

  • 2 large frozen bananas
  • ¾ to 1 cup plant milk
  • 1 tablespoon natural peanut butter
  • 1 tablespoon maca powder
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

Instructions

  • Add all ingredients to a high-speed blender and blend on high until smooth.

Notes

If you want to cut the richness of this smoothie, simply substitute water for half or all of the plant milk.

 

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  1. michelle @ Boards&knives says

    May 11, 2015 at 11:05 am

    Divine! I love a simple smoothie in the morning, especially a creamy treat like this one!

    Reply
    • Ashley says

      May 26, 2015 at 7:49 am

      Thanks, Michelle!!

      Reply
  2. Laura says

    May 11, 2015 at 2:19 pm

    Yummmm!!! I love maca in smoothies, and with peanut butter, it would definitely be delicious:)

    Reply
    • Ashley says

      May 26, 2015 at 7:50 am

      Me too! Maca is by far my favorite smoothie add-in. I hope you have the chance to give this one a try, Laura!

      Reply
  3. lynsey | lynseylovesfood says

    May 12, 2015 at 12:39 pm

    i just got some PB for a freelance job i am doing and after months of almond butter is such a delightful surprise! this look amazing. xo

    Reply
    • Ashley says

      May 26, 2015 at 7:51 am

      Thanks so much, Lynsey!

      Reply
  4. Ana @ Ana's Rocket Ship says

    May 16, 2015 at 11:31 am

    This looks so fantastic! I really need to get myself some maca!!!!!

    Reply
    • Ashley says

      May 26, 2015 at 8:29 am

      Thanks, Ana! Yes, you have to give maca a try; it's my absolute favorite smoothie add-in and gives such a nice kick of energy.

      Reply
  5. [email protected]'s Recipes says

    May 16, 2015 at 1:17 pm

    I love to add maca in my post yoga smoothie too, but I made it only with fruits, greens or buttermilk. Love your version with peanut butter and must give it a try next time.

    Reply
    • Ashley says

      May 26, 2015 at 8:31 am

      Hi, Angie! You know, I have never added maca to fruitier or green smoothies, but I will have to try that too. We can swap maca smoothie go-to's!

      Reply
  6. Sally Ann says

    February 28, 2016 at 9:50 am

    5 stars
    Hi,
    Thanks for this delicious looking smoothie recipe. I can't wait to give it a try.

    Sally Ann

    Reply
  7. Penny says

    April 08, 2016 at 6:46 am

    5 stars
    Delicious!

    Reply
  8. Yoko says

    August 11, 2016 at 5:11 am

    5 stars
    Hi Ashley, I tried your recipe, and it is absolutely divine!! I love this. Until I came across your recipe, I was struggling to consume my maca powder for its distinctive taste. Your recipe nicely tames Maca flavour and blend it so well into peanut butter and banana that it actually tastes so good. Thank you so much!

    Reply
    • Ashley says

      August 15, 2016 at 2:03 pm

      Hi, Yoko! You're welcome. :) I'm so glad you're enjoying this smoothie. The slightly bitter, malted flavor of maca really can be tough to mask and is a bit off-putting, but nut butter really does work wonders for mellowing its bite. Thanks for taking the time to come back and share your kind feedback!

      Reply
  9. Susan Ventura says

    February 27, 2017 at 1:41 pm

    5 stars
    Awesome smoothy! Do you know the calorie count on this?

    Reply
    • Ashley says

      February 27, 2017 at 6:07 pm

      Hi, Susan! Glad you're enjoying the smoothie! I'm so sorry, but I don't have the calorie count.

      Reply
  10. Charlie says

    March 20, 2017 at 3:18 am

    I have been trying to find a way to consume maca powder for my acne and before this my favourite way was in my banana pancakes but this is delicious and will be my new favourite breakfast.

    Reply
  11. Marguerite says

    October 16, 2017 at 8:43 am

    5 stars
    30 calorie insweetened almond milk works perfectly in this recipe. DELICIOUS and adding my thanks, as natural peanut butter is quite a bit less expensive than almond butter (at least where I live in Florida).

    Reply
  12. Tristan Maris says

    October 17, 2017 at 4:33 pm

    This looks so good! Cannot wait to try! Whats on top?!

    Reply
    • Ashley says

      October 18, 2017 at 2:27 am

      Thanks, Tristan! Great question. Those are raw buckwheat groats sprinkled on top. They're a seed that comes from a plant in the rhubarb family. Totally, totally optional topping that adds a nice little crunch without imparting much flavor.

      Reply
      • Tristan Prettyman Prettyman Maris says

        October 18, 2017 at 6:11 pm

        5 stars
        yum!!! i had a feeling, but i wasn’t sure!! i’m about to make this now! yummmm! 🙏🏼

        Reply
  13. isabel says

    March 20, 2018 at 2:14 pm

    Hi There,

    Would be possible for you to add the nutritional information please?

    Thank you

    Isabel

    Reply
    • Ashley says

      March 20, 2018 at 4:43 pm

      Hi, Isabel! I don't calculate nutrition information for my recipes (please see FAQ page for why), but there are lots of wonderful calculators online that you can simply drop the post link into and they'll automatically calculate the information for you.

      Reply
  14. isabel says

    April 10, 2018 at 8:27 am

    Perfect Thank you !

    Reply
    • Ashley says

      April 10, 2018 at 9:50 am

      You're welcome! So glad you're enjoying it.

      Reply
  15. Chloe says

    January 30, 2020 at 2:22 pm

    Do you think strawberries would taste good in this smoothie? Kind of wanted to adds something extra

    Reply
    • Ashley says

      January 31, 2020 at 10:03 am

      I think strawberries would be a lovely addition! Sort of a PJ + J vibe. Hope you enjoy, Chloe!

      Reply
  16. Ella says

    June 01, 2021 at 1:43 am

    5 stars
    Delicious thank you !! ❤️

    Reply

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