Hey guys! I’m glad you enjoyed seeing my day of eats. While I’d love to make it a regular installment, it’s unlikely merely because my eats stay pretty much the same i.e. I go through a phase of really liking a certain meal or combination and then it sticks a while…or at least until boredom kicks in. Of course there are a few combinations which I can eat tirelessly. Example of such? Peanut butter & chocolate…and unless you have nut allergies, chances are you agree with me ;). As much as I love Lindt & all that other fancy schmancy chocolate, I still have a soft spot for Reese’s–> cups, pieces, spread form….I’ll take it all. And that is just how one of my latest breakfasts came to be: Peanut Butter Cup Protein Smoothie.
As I prefer not to start my day on a sugary note, chowing down on a few Reese’s cups probably wouldn’t be ideal. As for still getting in my fix of peanut butter & chocolate? Now that’s what you call hitting the spot! Unfortunately smoothies tend to get a bad rep for being “high in sugar”, “a waste of calories” and/or “not filling”. While that can certainly be the case, I beg to differ with this smoothie. Given the use of raw oats (complex carbs), natural peanut butter (healthy fats), protein powder (lean protein), unsweetened cocoa powder (flavonoids) & unsweetened almond milk (calcium)* , it contains a good balance of nutrients…and I’m willing to put my money on it keeping you full for a fair few hours. And aside from tasting like a cup of dessert for breakfast, it’s also suitable for various dietary requirements including vegan, gluten-free**, plant-based…you are welcome :). And if peanut butter isn’t an option, almond butter tastes equally delicious.
Before I share the recipe for this Peanut Butter Cup Smoothie, I just wanted to clarify about xanthan gum as a few friends have been messaging me about it. Despite its weird name, xanthan gum is nothing more than a tasteless, plant-based fiber that acts as a thickener and emulsifier. If you prefer your smoothies on the thicker & creamier side, I’d highly recommend getting your hands on a bag- even half a teaspoon is enough to do the trick. Just look at that consistency:
Now for that recipe:
[yumprint-recipe id=’14’]*I use Silk almond milk which has 50% more calcium that dairy milk
**To ensure it’s gluten-free, use oats which are certified as ‘gluten-free’
Finish this sentence: Chocolate pairs best with ______________.
This smoothie looks delicious! Reese’s cups are my favorite candy and I love the combo of chocolate and peanut butter. It’s unbeatable 🙂
You and me both, Letizia ;)!
YES. Peanut butter cups.
No joke, i was having a conversation with Amanda about Xantham gum. It makes a mess but thickens like a mofo!
Chocolate and my lips.
Now THAT’S the perfect chocolate pairing ;)!
Aaaaand I’ll be making this ASAP!
Let me know what you think 🙂
OMG this looks amazing! Please make it for me next time you’re in London 😉
Only if you bring me the real deal 😉
Chocolate pairs best with…PEANUT BUTTER! Everyone knows that!! 🙂
Also, I make a very similar smoothie in the mornings, but use chia instead of oats and also a little bit of instant coffee.
YUM- love adding instant coffee to my smoothies…almost like an iced mocha!
That smoothie is indeed oh so wonderfully thick!
Peanut butter & chocolate is a marriage made in heaven indeed – divorce not an option! Now I have a hankering for a Reeses Cup!
Haha having a hankering for Reeses is the story of my life ;)!
Wine! Bananas! Nuts! Anything! And I’ve heard of xanthum gum but never tried using it before. Thanks for the reminder. Love the sound of this smoothie! 🙂 Oh, and I eat the same things over and over again too:)
Ooh chocolate & wine- that’s not a combo I’ve tried…yet!
Yum yum! I’ve never bought xanthan gum before because it’s like $15 for a tiny bag here – ridiculous! So I just use less liquid for thicker smoothies lol.
Dude that’s SO expensive- I probably wouldn’t buy any either at that price!
mint, peanut butter, and more chocolate 😛
i have never used xanthan gum but seen it in many GF recipes too.
Have you tried the mint choc chip ice cream at Baskin Robbins- I think you would love it :)!
Yum! I’ve never thought about adding xanthan gum in a smoothie, but it definitely makes sense. This bad boy looks super tasty!
Thanks!
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I can’t imagine making smoothies without xanthan gum anymore…give it a shot 🙂
Chocolate and MY FACE. Well… maybe not my face… but my belly for sure 😉 And you know I’m all over the super thick smoothies (especially when they involve chocolate and nut butter), but I always warn people to be cautious when using xanthan gum because it can cause some serious problems in people who have any sort of gut issues going on. I used to use it regularly back in the day and almost ended up in the hospital because of it 😯
Oh woah I’ve read that xanthan gum can cause gut problems but I didn’t realise it could get so bad- do you still use it?
Nooooo. That was a couple of years ago and I haven’t touched it since.
PEANUT BUTTER CUPS are the best invention on the face of the planet…… and YOUUUUUU made them healthy! 😛
They are the BEST!
Hi Khushboo, where do get xanthan gum in mumbai?
I buy mine from London.