Chunky Monkey Chocolate Peanut Butter Smoothie
A rich and satisfying chocolate peanut butter smoothie made with almond milk, banana, collagen, and flaxseed. It delivers a creamy milk-shake texture without gluten, soy, or added refined sugar.
Prep
5 min
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Total
5 min
Makes
1 serving
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Made by Vanessa + Lila
Vanessa created this recipe with Lila and shared it with the perimenopause community.
The feel-good payoff
Why this meal can feel especially good in perimenopause
Think practical wins: steadier energy, comfortable fullness and one less food decision. Your response is personal, so use the prompts below to notice what works for you.
Perimenopause symptoms and relief · Office on Women’s HealthComfortably satisfied
Fullness that has staying power
This meal is designed to feel substantial, so finishing it can feel like the meal is complete rather than the start of an evening of grazing.
Notice: fullness 2–3 hours later
Steadier energy
Feel fueled, not flattened
A complete meal with protein, carbohydrates and fats is designed to offer more staying power than a quick carb-only fix.
Notice: energy 1–3 hours later
Protein consistency
Make a nourishing habit easier
This is another practical opportunity to include protein and varied whole foods—small habits that are easier to repeat than a perfect diet.
Notice: protein across the day
Digestive comfort
A portion that works for you
Fiber and plants can support digestion, but more is not always better overnight. Start with a comfortable portion and build gradually.
Notice: comfort + portion
Setup
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Prep
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Total
5 min
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Instructions
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Next: Add the unsweetened almond milk
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Add the unsweetened almond milk
Add the unsweetened almond milk, half a banana, peanut butter, chocolate protein powder, chocolate collagen powder, dark cacao powder, ground flaxseed husk, and a dash of pink salt into a high-speed blender container.
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Secure the lid tightly and blend on…
Secure the lid tightly and blend on high speed for 45 to 60 seconds until completely smooth and creamy with no remaining flaxseed specks.
Look for: completely smooth and creamy with no remaining flaxseed specks
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Pour immediately into a tall glass and…
Pour immediately into a tall glass and serve chilled. Enjoy within 15 minutes for the best consistency.
Allow: 15 minutes
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