Description
A healthy, decadent chocolate brownie Blizzard made with ripe frozen bananas, peanut butter, cocoa powder, and optional chocolate protein powder. This creamy treat blends ripe bananas with rich chocolate flavors to create a guilt-free dessert that can be topped with bite-sized brownie pieces or other chocolate garnishes for added indulgence.
Ingredients
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Main Blizzard Ingredients
- 3 ripe bananas (peels at least partially brown, peeled and frozen)
- 3 tbsp peanut butter (or allergy friendly substitute, approx. 45g)
- 1/4 cup cocoa powder (20g)
- 1/8 tsp salt
- 1 tbsp chocolate protein powder (optional)
Brownie Pieces (for garnish or blending)
- 1 brownie recipe (prepared and cut into bite-sized pieces)
Instructions
- Prepare Frozen Bananas: Ensure that the bananas are ripe with at least partially brown peels. Peel and freeze the bananas ahead of time; freezing helps achieve the creamy texture needed for the Blizzard.
- Blend Blizzard Base: In a blender, food processor, or Vitamix, combine the frozen bananas, peanut butter, cocoa powder, salt, and optional chocolate protein powder. Blend until smooth and creamy, with no large chunks remaining.
- Add Brownie Pieces: Stir in bite-sized brownie pieces into the blended mixture or use the brownie pieces as a garnish on top for texture and extra chocolate flavor.
- Serve and Enjoy: Optionally, garnish with additional chocolate chips, chocolate syrup, or whipped cream as desired. Serve immediately for the best creamy texture.
Notes
- Using frozen ripe bananas is critical to achieve the thick, creamy Blizzard texture without dairy or added sugar.
- Peanut butter can be substituted with any nut or seed butter to accommodate allergies or preferences.
- The brownie pieces can be homemade or store-bought depending on convenience and preference.
- For added protein, include the optional chocolate protein powder, or omit for a more natural dessert.
- This recipe can be made in advance by freezing the blended base, then thawing slightly before serving.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes (excluding freezing time for bananas)
- Cook Time: 30-45 minutes (for brownie preparation if making from scratch)
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: healthy chocolate brownie blizzard, banana dessert, peanut butter dessert, blender recipe, guilt-free dessert, low fat dessert
