Super sweet, thick, and creamy, this Strawberry Peanut Butter Smoothie is quite a delicious treat. It's very nutritious, packed with fruity flavors and so easy to whip up with just a few simple ingredients. Also, it has no added sugars. Healthy and so tasty! Perfect breakfast.
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Smoothies are the easiest meal to make in the morning. And among the healthiest foods you can have for breakfast. Well, only if the ingredients you use are wholesome and well-balanced, and the smoothie has no added sugars. Like this pinky beauty over here.
Strawberries are now in season, so mixing up this Strawberry Peanut Butter Smoothie daily for me and my boys. It is super simple, thick, filling, and absolutely gorgeous. And you'll be surprised how HEALTHY it is too. It's also very refreshing, energizing, and quite satisfying.
This strawberry smoothie has ticked all my "perfect smoothie" boxes.
- It’s sweet and full of fruity flavors - kids LOVE IT!
- It’s nourishing and packed with essential nutrients.
- It’s packed with powerful antioxidants, and vitamin C good for immunity.
- It's loaded with proteins and fibers.
- Has no added sugars whatsoever.
- It's vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free.
- It’s deliciously creamy, rich, and amazing!
Ingredients used
To make this refreshing strawberry smoothie you will need only 6 pantry ingredients:
- Milk. I used oat milk, but you can use any milk you prefer and like.
- Banana. It's packed with many nutrients, especially gut-friendly fibers, very filling and great for energizing the body.
- Strawberries. They are now in season and beautiful. Juicy, sweet, and bursting with flavor. They are also packed with nutrients, including fiber and potassium that both keep our heart healthy and loaded with powerful antioxidants, including vitamin A and vitamin C.
- Peanut Butter. I used all-natural creamy peanut butter without added sugars or oils. Peanut butter is packed with proteins and healthy fats, as well as fibers. (1) A great addition to smoothies as it makes them more nutritious.
To give this strawberry peanut butter banana smoothie some extra flavor and more boost, I also tossed in:
- Flax seeds. They are an excellent source of heart-healthy Omega-3 and fiber. A great addition to smoothies, making them more filling and balanced. I used ground flaxseeds.
- Vanilla. For extra flavor and deliciousness.
How to make Strawberry Peanut Butter Smoothie
Making this creamy beauty is quite easy. It will take you 5 minutes (tops!). And you'll only need a good blender.
- Start with preparing and measuring all the ingredients. I like to use measuring cups.
- Take the blender and add all ingredients. Note: add wet ingredients first for easier blending. Also, add in ice cubes, if using.
- Mix everything at high speed until you get a smooth silky texture.
- If the smoothie is too thick, add a little more liquid – milk or water. Blend again until everything is well combined.
- Taste the smoothie and add additional sweetener if the smoothie is not sweet enough. (See "Useful tips" section for sweetener recommendation)
- Transfer the smoothie into a smoothie glass.
- ADD TOPPINGS: I used bee pollen and goji berries. Be creative here and add toppings you like.
- Serve and enjoy!
- Makes 1 serving that serves 1 person as a full meal, or 2 servings as a snack.
Substitutions
- Substitute oat milk with any plant-based milk except coconut milk. Coconut milk won't work well here. Cow's milk is fine.
- Substitute ground flax seeds with hemp seeds or chia seeds.
- Use the whole banana if you're not on a restricted-calorie diet or making this smoothie for kids.
Smoothie variations
- Make it without banana: Substitute banana with ½ avocado. Avocado will make smoothie creamy.
- Make it keto-friendly: Use ½ avocado instead of banana. Add in 1 teaspoon of MCD oil or coconut oil.
- Make it weight loss friendly: Use only ½ banana to cut down calories.
- Make it protein-packed: Add a scoop of protein powder. This will transfer smoothie into a great protein-packed, post-workout shake.
Tips for storing
- Store in a glass jar with a lid or shaker and keep refrigerated for up to one day.
- Don't forget to shake it or stir it before consuming it.
- Remember, all smoothies oxidate when left standing. That's not bad, but to reap all benefits from ingredients, it's best to have this protein shake freshly made.
Useful tips
- To make this Strawberry Peanut Butter Smoothie more refreshing, use frozen bananas and/or frozen strawberries. Alternatively, you can just fresh fruits and add ice cubes.
- When adding ingredients to a blender, always add the liquid first. Doing this will help your blender run easily and it will prevent making lumps.
- Use a high-power blender to ensure everything blends well and the smoothie is silky smooth.
- Additional sweetener recommendation:
- I recommend using 1-2 dates, date syrup, raw honey or maple syrup, stevia, or any low-carb sweetener. This is totally based on your preference.
- If you are using dates to sweeten the smoothie, make sure you soak them in warm water for at least 10 minutes. Drain them before using them.
- Make sure you're using ripe bananas that have more sweetness.
- Grinding flaxseeds is the best way to make the most of their health benefits. Don't use them whole.
FAQ about recipe
Place whole strawberries into a colander, rinse under cold water, and gently pat dry with a kitchen towel in a single layer. Do not soak the berries in water or they’ll lose some flavor and nutrients. Remove the stems.
Place the strawberries in a single layer on a serving plate lined with wax paper, not touching one another. Freeze for about half an hour, or until solid. Store frozen strawberries in plastic resealable bags or airtight containers. Keep them in the freezer for up to six months.
Peel bananas and cut them crosswise, creating thick slices. Lay the banana slices out in a single layer on a serving plate lined with wax paper. Freeze for about two hours, or until the slices are solid. Store banana slices in plastic resealable bags or airtight containers. Keep them in the freezer for up to six months.
Only if you add extra sugars! But generally, it's a very healthy drink. Strawberry and banana smoothie is good because strawberries are rich in fiber, vitamins, and antioxidants, and banana makes smoothie nutritious, filling, and sweet so there's no need to add extra sugars.
To make smoothie creamy I like to use: frozen fruits, banana, avocado, yogurt, milk ice cubes, oatmeal, or cottage cheese.
More smoothie recipes to try
- Mixed Berry Smoothie
- Strawberry Kefir Smoothie
- Strawberry Oatmeal Smoothie
- Strawberry Ginger Smoothie
- Goji Berry Smoothie
- Cherry Banana Smoothie
📖 Recipe
Strawberry Peanut Butter Smoothie
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 banana
- 1 cup milk I used oat milk
- 1 cup strawberries
- 1 tablespoon creamy peanut butter unsalted all-natural
- 1 tablespoon ground flaxseeds
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ice cubes if using
Instructions
- Add all ingredients into blender. Note: add wet ingredients first for easier blending. Also, add in ice cubes, if using.
- Mix everything at high speed until you get a smooth silky texture.
- If the smoothie is too thick, add a little more liquid – milk or water. Blend again until everything is well combined.
- Taste the smoothie and add additional sweetener if the smoothie is not sweet enough. (See "Useful tips" section for sweetener recommendation)
- Transfer the smoothie into a smoothie glass.
- ADD TOPPINGS: I used bee pollen and goji berries. Be creative here and add toppings you like.
- Serve and enjoy!
Notes
- Substitute oat milk with any plant-based milk except coconut milk. Coconut milk won't work well here. Cow's milk is fine.
- Substitute ground flax seeds with hemp seeds or chia seeds.
- Use the whole banana if you're not on a restricted-calorie diet or making this smoothie for kids.
Nutrition
This post is originally published in May 2018. It's updated with new information, new photos and republished in June 2021. The recipe stayed the same.
Katie says
I make this smoothie almost every day! It's so tasty and so easy to make!
Jean says
i like the no added sugar feature of this smoothie, enjoyed making and drinking.