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About This Recipe
If you love peanut butter but don’t love bananas in your smoothies, this one’s for you. This Peanut Butter Smoothie skips the banana entirely but still delivers a thick and creamy texture that you love in a good smoothie!
This creamy smoothie is super easy to make with just a few simple ingredients and comes together in just minutes. It’s perfect for busy mornings, post-workout fuel, or a quick snack that will satisfy your sweet tooth. Plus, you can feel good about it since it’s naturally sweetened with honey and packed with protein and healthy fats!
For more easy smoothie and drink recipes, try my Cinnamon Vanilla Date Milkshake, Strawberry Banana Oat Smoothie, Peanut Butter and Jelly Smoothie, Pumpkin Protein Shake Recipe with Ice Cream, Cookies and Cream Protein Shake, or Birthday Cake Protein Milkshake.
Why You’ll Love This Peanut Butter Smoothie
- No banana required: Perfect if you don’t like the taste or just don’t have one on hand.
- Thick and creamy: You still get that rich, satisfying texture without needing frozen fruit.
- High in protein: Keeps you full and energized for hours.
- Quick and easy: Just blend and go! Ready in minutes with minimal prep.
- Made with simple ingredients: Nothing complicated, just pantry and fridge staples.
- Oats: I love adding oats to smoothies because they help thicken them up while also adding gut-friendly fiber. You can use quick oats or old-fashioned oats. I just don’t recommend using steel-cut oats, or the texture won’t be right.
- Greek yogurt: You can use plain Greek yogurt or vanilla! The yogurt helps to thicken the smoothie, while giving it a creamy texture and adding protein. You can also substitute the Greek yogurt for cottage cheese, like in the Peanut Butter and Jelly Smoothie. Or, you can also skip completely and just use more milk.
- Vanilla protein powder: You can use your favorite brand (I like the PEScience vanilla). Whey, casein, or plant-based all work well. If you don’t have protein powder, you can leave it out, but you may want to add a little extra yogurt or peanut butter for staying power.
- Creamy peanut butter: Peanut butter gives this smoothie its rich, nutty flavor and creamy texture. Use a natural peanut butter for the best flavor, or swap with almond butter or cashew butter if preferred.
- Honey: You can also use maple syrup, agave, or a sugar-free sweetener, depending on your preference.
- Ice cubes: Helps create that thick, frosty texture. Add more or less depending on how thick you like your smoothie.
- Dairy-free: Use a dairy-free yogurt (like coconut or almond-based).
- Low sugar: Skip the honey or use a sugar-free sweetener like liquid stevia or monk fruit.
- Extra fiber: Add a tablespoon of chia seeds or flax seeds.
- Chocolate twist: Add 1–2 teaspoons of cocoa powder for a chocolate twist.
- PB&J style: Blend in a handful of frozen strawberries or raspberries for a fruity variation (or check out my Peanut Butter Jelly Smoothie).
How To Make
The full printable recipe is below, but let me walk you through the process so you know what to expect when you’re making it!
1. Add the rolled oats to the blender.
2. Blend into a flour-like texture.
3. Add the rest of the ingredients.
4. Blend until smooth.
5. Pour into two chilled glasses.
6. Enjoy!!
This smoothie is best enjoyed fresh. You can store it for a few hours in the refrigerator, but it won’t be as thick and creamy.
Helpful Tips
- Blend oats first: This is key for a smooth texture—otherwise, you may end up with a slightly gritty smoothie. You can also just use oat flour if you already have that on hand.
- Adjust thickness easily: You can add a little bit of regular or almond milk to thin it out or more ice (or oats) to thicken if needed.
- Taste and adjust: Depending on your protein powder and peanut butter, you may want a little more or less sweetener.
- Chill your glass: A small step that makes your smoothie feel extra refreshing!
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Peanut Butter Smoothie (No Banana Required!)
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup rolled oats (40g)
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt (120g)
- 1/4 cup vanilla protein powder (30g)
- 3 Tbsp. creamy peanut butter (49g)
- 1 Tbsp. honey (21g)
- 3-4 ice cubes likely a few more depending on desired thickness
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Instructions
- First, add the rolled oats to the blender and blend into a flour-like texture.
- Add the rest of the ingredients and blend until smooth.
- Pour into two chilled glasses and enjoy!
Equipment
Notes
- Blend oats first: This is key for a smooth texture—otherwise, you may end up with a slightly gritty smoothie. You can also just use oat flour if you already have that on hand.
- Adjust thickness easily: You can add a little bit of regular or almond milk to thin it out or more ice (or oats) to thicken if needed.
- Taste and adjust: Depending on your protein powder and peanut butter, you may want a little more or less sweetener.
- Chill your glass: A small step that makes your smoothie feel extra refreshing!
Nutrition Information
Nutrition is hand-calculated and accurate. No autocalulations! However, note that values can vary based on the brands you use and if you substitute ingredients.
