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Packed with protein and vitamins, this lightly sweetened Peach Smoothie is a nourishing breakfast or snack idea anytime. Frozen peaches keep it easy, too!
Meggan’s notes
I love peach-flavored things like Cobblers and Crisps, so a great Peach Smoothie was a natural curiosity. While the farmer’s market peaches harvested sold in late summer tend to be extremely sweet, the frozen peaches from the store generally don’t match that energy.
So, I sweeten this Peach Smoothie with a touch of vanilla and honey, and a sprinkle of cinnamon tastes is nice. Using a vanilla-flavored protein powder or yogurt can add more sweetness, too.
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Recipe ingredients
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Ingredient notes
- Milk: Use regular cow’s milk or your favorite non-dairy milk such as almond milk, cashew milk, oat milk, or soy milk. From skim to whole, any fat level will do.
- Peaches: To substitute fresh peaches (pitted and chopped), add ½ cup ice or more to the blender; peeling the fresh peaches is optional.
- Protein powder: You can use either Greek yogurt or protein powder in this smoothie. Protein powder is never a one-size-fits-all solution, but I wrote extensively about the Best Protein Powders for Smoothies because it’s something I care about. If you don’t currently have a favorite, you might be able to find one in the list.
- Honey: Because of the natural sweetness of the peaches, taste the smoothie before adding any sweeteners, then start with a teaspoon of honey or maple syrup. If you use a vanilla-flavored protein powder, you probably won’t need anything.
Step-by-step instructions
- In the bottom of a blender, add almond milk, peaches, protein powder, or Greek yogurt, and vanilla extract.
- Blend until smooth. Taste and add honey if desired.
Recipe tips and variations
- Yield: This recipe makes about 2 cups of smoothie, enough for 1 serving.
- Storage: Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Some separation may occur, so shake or stir to combine before enjoying. Or, prepare and store in an airtight container in the freezer, or freeze them in an ice cube tray and transfer them to a freezer-safe zip-top bag, for up to three months.
- Flax or chia seeds: Add 2 tablespoons of flaxseeds or 1 tablespoon of chia seeds for an extra boost of protein, fiber, and healthy fats. You can soak the chia seeds in water for 5 to 10 minutes if desired, but it’s not required. Bob’s Red Mill is my favorite brand for these.
- Mix up your smoothie: Blend in frozen or fresh banana or blueberries for even more flavor.
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- Carrot Smoothie: You’ll love the flavors of mango, bananas, and orange juice in this colorful, vibrant smoothie starring a secret ingredient: frozen carrots.
- Mango Smoothie: This simple smoothie is flavored with mangoes and bananas with Greek yogurt for protein and milk for creaminess.
- Spinach Smoothie: Fresh spinach, banana, pineapple, and yogurt make for a super simple, totally deliciousway to eat more greens.
- Strawberry Smoothie: This 3-ingredient recipe is packed with protein and low-sugar berries for a quick and easy breakfast or snack anytime.
- Strawberry Citrus Ginger Smoothie: Quench your thirst with this refreshing and fruity treat perfect for crushing your sweet cravings.
Frequently Asked Questions
If you don’t have a high-powered blender like a Vitamix, your blender may find frozen fruit and ice challenging. Especially if you notice that your blender errs on the weak side, but really a best practice for all smoothie-makers, start by adding the liquid portion of the recipe, then add the fruit and vegetables on top. If frozen, let them thaw a bit before blending. Check out my guide to the best blenders.
If you enjoy your smoothies on the thicker side, use frozen peaches. If you prefer a juicer, straw-sippable smoothie, blend in fresh fruit instead.
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Peach Smoothie
Ingredients
- 1 cup almond milk or other milk (see note 1)
- 1 cup frozen peaches about 4 ounces (see note 2)
- 1 scoop protein powder or ½ cup Greek yogurt (see note 3)
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- Honey to taste, optional (see note 4)
Instructions
- In the bottom of a blender, add almond milk, peaches, protein powder or Greek yogurt, and vanilla extract. Blend until smooth. Taste and add honey if desired.
Notes
- Milk: Use regular cow’s milk or your favorite non-dairy milk such as almond milk, cashew milk, oat milk, or soy milk. From skim to whole, any fat level will do.
- Peaches: To substitute fresh peaches (pitted and chopped), add ½ cup ice or more to the blender; peeling the fresh peaches is optional.
- Protein powder: Use either your favorite vanilla protein powder or ½ cup Greek yogurt.
- Honey: Taste the smoothie before adding any sweeteners, then start with a teaspoon of honey or maple syrup. If you use a vanilla-flavored protein powder, you probably won’t need anything.
- Yield: This recipe makes about 2 cups of smoothie, enough for 1 serving.
- Storage: Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Some separation may occur, so shake or stir to combine before enjoying.
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Meggan Hill is a classically-trained chef and professional writer. Her meticulously-tested recipes and detailed tutorials bring confidence and success to home cooks everywhere. Meggan has been featured on NPR, HuffPost, FoxNews, LA Times, and more.