Delightfully Pregnant By San Diego Hilton Beach & Tenni

This milkshake from the San Diego Hilton is pure indulgence in a glass. Peanut butter, chocolate syrup, a ripe banana, vanilla ice cream, and milk all go into the blender for a thick, creamy shake that hits every flavor note at once: nutty, sweet, fruity, and chocolatey.

The ripe banana is doing more than adding flavor. It thickens the shake naturally and adds a smooth, creamy body that milk alone can’t achieve. Use a banana with brown spots on the skin for the most sweetness and the smoothest blend.

Two chocolate-covered strawberries perched on the rim of a chilled sundae glass turn this from a regular milkshake into a dessert presentation. It’s a small touch that makes the whole thing feel special.

Pro Tips

• Chill the sundae glass in the freezer for at least 15 minutes before serving so the shake stays thick longer
• Use a ripe banana for the sweetest, smoothest result. An underripe banana will taste starchy and won’t blend as smoothly
• Blend just until combined. Over-blending introduces too much air and thins the shake
• If the shake is too thick to pour, add milk a tablespoon at a time until it reaches your preferred consistency

Variations

• Add a shot of espresso for a mocha peanut butter banana shake
• Use chocolate ice cream instead of vanilla for a double-chocolate version
• Swap peanut butter for almond butter and use almond milk for a different nut flavor