PB2 Smoothie

I had been hearing great things about a powdered peanut butter, called PB2 that supposedly tastes just like regular peanut butter, but with 85% less fat and calories. I finally found it at the commissary on post and I was so excited to try it! First, because I love peanut butter. I can't remember a day that didn't include peanut butter in my diet. And second, because 85% fewer calories just seems too good to be true!

This powdered phenomenon is made of is slow roasted peanuts, which have been pressed to remove most of the fat and oil! I made the mistake of looking at the Bell Plantation website, and found they make a chocolate PB2 and peanut butter crackers, among other things. Oh boy, sounds fun!

I've started adding the powdered peanut butter to my green smoothies and am loving the results! This recipe is a simple peanut butter protein smoothie (with spinach, of course); good for after a work out.

Peanut Butter Smoothie

• 1 tablespoon PB2
• 1 scoop chocolate protein powder
• 1/2 frozen banana
• 1 large handful baby spinach 
• 1/2 cup almond milk
• 3-4 ice cubes

Blend until smooth.  

I'm worried one of these days my blender will decide it's done. Then I'll try to convince my husband to buy me a Vitamix! Those things are indestructible!