Last Updated on June 10, 2025 by Christin Gillespie

This Chocolate Peanut Butter Yogurt Smoothie is a healthy recipe that features over 30 grams of plant protein. It’s the perfect blend to enjoy as a post-workout breakfast to start your day!

Chocolate Peanut Butter Yogurt Smoothie in a glass decorated with coconut yogurt with a straw in it, sitting on a white marble counter with peanuts in the background.

If you’re a chocolate & peanut butter addict, like myself, then you’re in the right place.

This creamy blend of nutrition was inspired by my Chocolate Peanut Butter Smoothie recipe, which is top-notch delicious. However, when I added the ever-so-creamy yogurt to the (Vita)mix, it was love at first sip.

In my taste bud opinion, this chocolate protein smoothie tastes like an indulgent peanut butter milkshake. It’s heavenly, but thankfully it’s made with good-for-you ingredients, as well as packed with over 30 grams of plant protein!

So elevate your chocolate peanut butter smoothie recipe game with this yogurt-addition creation. I know you’ll be obsessed!

Why You’ll Love This Chocolate Peanut Butter Smoothie

Perfect Protein Smoothie: This Chocolate Peanut Butter Yogurt Smoothie recipe features 30 grams of plant-based protein to keep you full & satisfied.
Loaded with Nutrition: The combination of healthy fats, plant protein, & organic ingredients in this dreamy smoothie will have you properly nourished.
Fully Customizable: I have listed options further down in the post to include even more nutritious enhancements to your chocolate protein smoothie.

Peanut Butter Health Benefits & Nutrition

The star of this chocolate yogurt smoothie is the peanut butter. Some may be scared of peanut butter because of its high caloric content, but there shouldn’t be anything to be afraid of—except for the many brands that add harmful ingredients like cane sugar, vegetable oil, and trans fats. My biggest suggestion is to buy an organic peanut butter made with 1 ingredient—organic peanuts! This way you can receive all of the peanut butter benefits without the negative side effects. In moderation, peanut butter offers the following health benefits:

Protein Packed to Help You Stay Full Longer
Boosts Energy Levels
Helps Regulate Blood Sugar Levels
Rich in Antioxidant Properties That May Prevent Several Diseases
Full of Healthy Fats for Overall Health

Healthy Chocolate Peanut Butter Yogurt Smoothie in a glass decorated with coconut yogurt with a straw in it, sitting on a white marble counter with peanuts in the background.

Ingredients

Organic Unsweetened Non-Dairy Milk: Any non-dairy milk works in this recipe; just be sure to use homemade or trusted brands—I like MALK Organics, Three Trees, or Native Forest.
Organic Coconut Yogurt: Thick & tangy coconut yogurt adds some extra creaminess to this chocolate protein smoothie. Just be sure to use a plain flavor, because the extra sugar isn’t needed in this blend. Check out this Coconut Yogurt 101 post for tips, brands, & everything you need to know about the dairy-free alternative.
Organic Peanut Butter: Obviously! It wouldn’t be a peanut butter smoothie without it. I used creamy organic peanut butter, but crunchy would also be phenomenal in my opinion. You can also substitute organic peanut butter for any other nut or seed butter, if needed.
Organic Chia Seeds: Organic chia seeds add omega-3 fatty acids, magnesium, selenium, phosphorus, calcium, & so much more.
Organic Ground Flax Seeds: Organic ground flax seeds add a great little boost of fiber & minerals.
Organic Cacao Powder: It’s the perfect addition to make this healthy protein smoothie chocolatey! To be clear, cacao powder is different from regular Dutch cocoa powder. Review this Cacao Powder 101 post to learn more!
Organic Vanilla Plant Protein: Adding a scoop of protein powder helps to keep you full & satisfied longer. When selecting a protein powder brand, it’s crucial to look at the protein content and, most importantly, the ingredients. Check out this Cleanest Plant-Based & Vegan Protein Powders post to learn what to look for, the best brands, & the recommended daily protein intake.
Sea Salt: A healthy pinch of sea salt is rich in a ton of minerals & beautifully enhances the flavor.
Organic Frozen Banana: To create that ultra-thick & creamy texture that we all love in a smoothie, we’ll be adding in a frozen banana.

How to Make

Blend the Liquids & Powders. First, add the non-dairy milk, yogurt, nut butter, seeds, cacao powder, vanilla plant protein, & sea salt to a high-speed blender. Blend these ingredients until smooth.
Blend the Frozen Ingredients. Next, add in the frozen banana. Blend until smooth & creamy. If needed, you can pause the blender, remove the lid, & scrape down the sides so that everything is fully incorporated. You may need to add a little more liquid depending on how thick/thin you like your smoothies.
Serve. Pour into a chilled glass & enjoy!

Chocolate Peanut Butter Yogurt Smoothie in a Vitamix on a white marble counter.

Optional Smoothie Add-Ins

Feel free to truly make this blend your own! Here are a few suggestions to amp up this Chocolate Peanut Butter Yogurt Smoothie recipe:

Organic Cacao Nibs: Add 1 tablespoon of organic cacao nibs at the last minute, then blend once more to provide a little crunch at every sip!
Organic Cold Brew: Need a boost? Check out this Mocha Yogurt Protein Smoothie recipe.
Organic Greens: Greens are packed with so many minerals, vitamins, & antioxidants. I recommend baby spinach if you’re new to green smoothies, but kale, Swiss chard, mustard greens, collard greens, or mixed greens all work.

Tips for Making the Perfect Smoothie

Interested in how to make the best Chocolate Peanut Butter Yogurt Smoothie recipe? As someone who makes smoothies daily, here are my TOP tips:

Use Frozen Fruit: The ice from the frozen banana adds thickness to the smoothie.
Adjust Liquid Amount: If you find that your smoothie is too thick to blend, don’t worry! Just add a bit more liquid, blend, open the cover, scrape down the sides if needed, & blend again. When possible, always use a larger high-speed blender instead, as it will blend the ingredients much better.
How to Make: Add your liquid first & blend your powders first, before adding your frozen ingredients. This is my favorite way of preparing my smoothies. Blending the liquid & powders first ensures that your powders blend completely.
Smoothie Blending Tip: Start your blender on low to medium speed. If you blend the smoothie too quickly from the beginning, it’s hard for the blender to properly blend the frozen ingredients, so start lower, then gradually increase the speed.
Chill Your Glass: There’s nothing better than a cold smoothie, in this case, a chocolate peanut butter milkshake! Put your serving glass in the fridge or freezer while you’re making your blend to ensure a chilled smoothie at every sip.

Smoothie FAQs

Do I have to use a frozen banana?

The frozen banana in this recipe provides a thick & creamy texture. If using a fresh banana, be sure to add a handful of ice cubes to achieve a cold smoothie. However, if you’re looking to remove the banana altogether because you’re allergic or don’t like them, you can replace it with ½ cup of organic frozen zucchini, ½ cup of organic frozen cauliflower, ½ cup of organic frozen coconut meat, or ½ cup of organic frozen avocado chunks. If you elect to make this a banana-free smoothie, I recommend adding 1 organic pitted Medjool date or 2 teaspoons of Manuka honey to maintain its sweetness.

Is it healthy to have a smoothie?

I wouldn’t post something that was unhealthy. Having a smoothie full of protein, healthy fats, & superfoods for a post-workout breakfast is great because you’ll be getting essential vitamins, nutrients, & protein first thing. However, some smoothies on the market or on the web can be loaded with tons of fruit, added sugar, & nonsense, making them a less healthy option.

What is the best protein powder to use?

I used an organic vanilla plant protein powder for this Chocolate Peanut Butter Yogurt Smoothie recipe. When selecting a protein powder brand, it’s crucial to look at the protein content and, most importantly, the ingredients. Check out this Cleanest Plant-Based & Vegan Protein Powders post to learn what to look for, the best brands, & recommended daily protein intake.

How can I add protein without using protein powder?

If you don’t have vanilla protein powder on hand, no worries! To increase the protein content, you can add a tablespoon of organic hemp seeds without changing the taste that much.

Can I make this smoothie recipe in advance?

Yes! Feel free to make this Chocolate Peanut Butter Yogurt Smoothie recipe as is or double it for later. Check out this “How to Prepare Smoothies in Advance” post to achieve the best results.

Chocolate Peanut Butter Yogurt Smoothie Recipe in a glass decorated with coconut yogurt with a straw in it, sitting on a white marble counter with peanuts in the background.

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Xoxo.

CMG.