Creamy and silky-smooth, this Peach Banana Smoothie recipe is a healthy breakfast you can easily enjoy every morning! Simply and quickly blend frozen peaches, bananas, yogurt, milk, and the sweetener of your choice. It is full of delicious fruit, ready in under 5 minutes, and perfect for when you’re on the go.
Filled with peaches and bananas, this smoothie might as well be called Summer in a glass!
It’s an absolutely refreshing drink, perfect for a warm morning, or a blistering hot afternoon.
In addition to the banana, the yogurt adds the best thick and creamy texture.
Really take the refreshment over the top and add a hint of lime zest! It compliments the peaches beautifully.
So blend it up, sip it down, and be supremely satisfied!
Ingredients
The simple ingredients needed to make this peach banana smoothie include:
- Peaches. It’s best if you use frozen peaches. You can buy already frozen fruit at the store. Or, you can freeze peaches when they’re in season.
- Banana. Make sure you choose ripe bananas for the most natural sweetness. Unripe bananas tend to be a bit less sweet which means you’ll have to add in extra sweetener to compensate. It’s also better to use room temperature bananas so the ingredients can blend together more easily.
- Milk. Regular, oat, soy, or another nut-based milk such as cashew or almond milk can all be used.
- Yogurt. Choose a plain unsweetened yogurt. Regular, goat’s milk, Greek, or any nut or pant-based yogurt will work.
- Sweetener. This is optional. Test the smoothie after making it, then add it in if you would like it sweeter. Peaches and bananas are normally pretty sweet so you may not need any additional sweetener.
How to Make Peach Banana Smoothie
These are the easy steps for making a healthy peach smoothie.
Combine Ingredients
The key to making the absolute most creamy smoothies is power.
You need a blender capable of completely blending up all of the ingredients until all the chunks are gone.
Here is a list of the best blenders for making fruit smoothies:
- Nutribullet – Great for personal-sized smoothies. Use the large cup in order to fit all of the ingredients. Make sure to not go over the max fill line.
- Ninja Blender is also another great option!
- Vitamix – It’s like a traditional blender but WAY more powerful. You get a perfect silky smooth drink every time! It is a bit more expensive though, so only go this route if you make smoothies, soups, or sauces pretty often.
- Food Processor – This is sort of a last resort, but it will work in a pinch if you don’t have a blender.
Add all of the ingredients to a blender or food processor. Be sure you have enough space for all the fruit along with the yogurt and milk.
For the best consistency and ease of blending, place the banana and yogurt closer to the blade and the frozen peaches further from the blade.
Blend it Up
Blend for 1-2 minutes. If the blades aren’t catching everything, you might need to add a little bit more milk.
Keep running the blender until you get the perfect smooth and creamy texture.
Garnish
Serve with diced peaches, additional lime zest, and a straw.
This peach smoothie recipe is a basic option for you to work with. Give it a nutritional boost by including any of these healthy smoothie ingredients:
- Nuts and seeds
- Avocado
- Protein powder
- Fish or flax seed oil
- Leafy greens
- Turmeric powder
- Gluten-free oats
- Other fresh or frozen fruits
Meal Prep and Storage
- To Prep-Ahead: One of the best things about smoothies is that they can be prepared ahead of time! Simply measure the ingredients and store in a freezer-safe bag. These single-serving bags will last for up to 3 to 4 months in the freezer.
- To Store: Smoothies are best enjoyed immediately.
Dietary Modifications
The recipe you’ll find below is already gluten-free and vegetarian as written. Here are some adjustments and substitutions you can make to help it fit your other dietary requirements:
- Whole30 – Omit the sweetener altogether.
- Vegan – Make sure to use a plant-based milk and yogurt.
- Paleo – Avoid refined sugar. Also, use a plant-based milk and yogurt.
FAQs
You don’t need to, and the peel tends to have a lot of fiber! However, peeling peaches will give you a creamier consistency.
Thicker liquids such as milks are best, they will make it creamy. You can also use juices and even water in a pinch!
Any and all berries go wonderfully with peach flavor. Try pairing with strawberries, raspberries, blueberries, even blackberries. Citrus, like limes and lemons, also go well.
Include ingredients that will keep you full. Look for items rich in fiber and protein. Nuts, seeds, and protein powder, are good options.
This peach banana smoothie contains 163 calories, 36 grams carbohydrates, 2 grams fat, and 3 grams protein. Peaches and bananas have numerous nutrients and vitamins, as well as antioxidants. Both have high amounts of potassium and vitamin C. They’re also a great source of fiber, which is great for digestive health!
Expert Tips and Tricks
- Both fresh and frozen. Using both options in your fruit makes it easier to blend together.
- Go organic. This produce has more flavor, since it’s not so watered down. Plus, it’s healthier for you!
- Check for ripeness. Unripe bananas will not be as naturally sweet, and you’ll end up needing to add a lot more sweetener.
- Choose an unsweetened milk. This ensures you can adjust the sweetness to taste. Plus, it cuts down on sugar.
- Taste it first. Peaches are naturally pretty sweet so you may or may not need any additional sweetener.
More Frozen Fruit Smoothies
Learn the basics for How to Make a Fruit Smoothie, or check out one of these simple recipes:
- Pineapple Coconut Smoothie
- Mixed Berry Smoothie
- Strawberry Kiwi Smoothie
- Tropical Green Smoothie
- Strawberry Banana Smoothie
- Orange Julius
- Pumpkin Banana Smoothie
- Mango Lassi
Peach Banana Smoothie Recipe
Creamy and silky-smooth, this Peach Banana Smoothie recipe is a healthy breakfast you can easily enjoy every morning! Simply and quickly blend frozen peaches, bananas, yogurt, milk, and the sweetener of your choice.
Ingredients
- 2 cups frozen peaches 10 ounces, thawed for 5 minutes
- 1 medium-sized banana cut into 1-inch chunks
- ½ cup milk unsweetened*
- ¼ cup yogurt plain*
- 1-2 Tbsp. sweetener optional
- 1 tsp. lime zest optional
Instructions
-
Add all ingredients to a blender such as a Vitamin or Nutribullet. Place the softer ingredients closer to the blade and the frozen ingredients further from the blade.
-
Blend for 1-2 minutes or until smooth and creamy.
-
Serve with diced peaches, additional lime zest, and a straw. Enjoy!
Recipe Video
Recipe Notes
Meal Prep and Storage
- To Prep-Ahead: One of the best things about smoothies is that they can be prepared ahead of time! Simply measure the ingredients and store in a freezer-safe bag. These single-serving bags will last for up to 3 to 4 months in the freezer.
- To Store: Smoothies are best enjoyed immediately
Le Tigre says
Substituted oat milk and didn’t have a lime available so I used about a half thumb-sized nub of ginger. Refreshing flavor!
London Brazil says
Yay! So happy to hear you enjoyed the recipe! We love using oat milk as well. Thanks so much for taking the time to leave a comment and rating.