This simple, yummy peach banana smoothie is great any time of the day and any time of the year. Made with four simple ingredients, this creamy and perfectly sweet vegan peach smoothie is gluten-free, soy-free, and has no added sugar.
This peach banana smoothie is made without yogurt. The fruit gives this drink a natural sweetness, while the hemp hearts give it a little bit of protein. It's so tasty. This sweet, creamy smoothie could pass as a milkshake! This recipe makes two delicious servings.
🍑 Why You’ll Love This Peach Banana Smoothie
- Naturally sweet with no added sugar
- Vegan, dairy-free, and gluten-free
- Great source of fiber, vitamins, and plant-based protein
- Only 4 ingredients and takes less than 5 minutes to make
- Satisfying and kid-friendly
Ingredients
- Frozen or fresh peaches, pitted and sliced, give this smoothie a sweet, juicy flavor and thick texture. Peaches are high in fiber and contain antioxidants like beta carotene that help protect against cell damage.
- Banana (ripe) brings natural sweetness and a smooth, creamy texture to the smoothie. Bananas are a good source of potassium, which supports heart health and provides quick energy. They are great for fueling your day.
- Unsweetened almond milk is a dairy-free alternative that keeps this smoothie light and low in calories. Its mild flavor allows the peaches and bananas to shine.
- Hemp seeds (also called hemp hearts) provide protein and healthy omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids. When blended, hemp seeds add to the creamy thick consistency of this smoothie.
*Note: If you don't have a ripe banana, add a tablespoon of Simple Homemade Date Syrup (or a pitted date, soaked in hot water to soften) for sweetness.
Lime zest, cinnamon, chopped nuts (walnuts, almonds, or pecans), and blueberries are optional toppings for this yummy drink.
If you have a nut allergy, feel free to use plain unsweetened soy milk, oat milk, or hemp milk.
Tips and Variations for the Best Smoothie
Use ripe bananas for maximum sweetness and flavor.
Add a handful of spinach if you want to sneak in some greens—the color will change, but it won’t affect the taste much!
Boost the protein by using soy milk or adding a scoop of your favorite protein powder.
Turn it into a smoothie bowl by reducing the almond milk and topping it with vanilla almond granola, chia seeds, and sliced fruit.
How to Make This Vegan Peach Smoothie
Add all ingredients to a high-speed blender and blend until smooth and creamy. If using fresh pitted peaches, add some ice to make it cold. If using, add toppings and enjoy!
Store leftovers in an air-tight container, like a mason jar, for up to 24 hours in the refrigerator.
Meal Prep This Smoothie
If meal prepping, pour the smoothie mixture into ice cube trays. Freeze the mixture and then transfer it to freezer-safe bags, and freeze for up to 3 months. When you're ready to drink, add the frozen smoothie cubes to the high-speed blender with almond milk and blend until smooth and creamy.
Alternatively, portion out chopped fruit and hemp hearts, and add them to a freezer-safe bag. When ready to make, add the contents of the bag to the high-speed blender with almond milk and blend until smooth.
Frequently Asked Questions
Several fruits work well with peaches, especially bananas, blueberries, strawberries, and cherries.
We do not recommend canned peaches, because of the added sugar and flavor difference. Fresh or frozen fresh is recommended.
Bananas are a good source of potassium. Eating a diet high in potassium and low in sodium can help manage high blood pressure. Check out this article about the foods that lower blood pressure.
Thank you, Evolving Table, for the idea of adding fresh lime zest to a peach smoothie. It's a winner!
We hope you love this banana peach smoothie recipe. Please rate and leave a comment below. Be sure to share a picture on Instagram and tag us @danielsplaterecipes so we can see your creation!
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Peach Banana Smoothie
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 2 1x
- Diet: Vegan
Description
This simple, yummy peach banana smoothie is great any time of the day and any time of the year. Made with four simple ingredients, this creamy and perfectly sweet vegan peach smoothie is gluten-free, soy-free, and ready in 5 minutes.
Ingredients
- 2 cups frozen or fresh (pitted) peaches
- 1 medium or large banana, ripe
- 1 cup unsweetened, plain almond milk
- 1 Tbsp hemp hearts
Optional Toppings
- lime zest
- nuts (walnuts, pecans, almonds)
- cinnamon
- fresh blueberries
Instructions
Add all ingredients to a high-speed blender and blend until smooth and creamy. If using fresh pitted peaches, add some ice to make it cold. If using, add toppings and enjoy!
Store leftovers in an air-tight container, like a mason jar, for up to 24 hours in the refrigerator.
Meal prep this smoothie
If meal prepping, pour the smoothie mixture into ice cube trays. Freeze the mixture, transfer it to freezer-safe bags, and freeze for up to 3 months. When you're ready to drink, add the frozen smoothie cubes to the high-speed blender with almond milk and blend until smooth and creamy.
Alternatively, portion out chopped fruit and hemp hearts, and add them to a freezer-safe bag. When ready to make, add the contents of the bag to the high-speed blender with almond milk and blend until smooth.
Notes
- Equipment: High-speed blender (we like the Vitamix blender)
- Use ripe bananas for maximum sweetness and flavor.
- Add a handful of spinach if you want to sneak in some greens—the color will change, but it won’t affect the taste much!
- Boost the protein by using soy milk or adding a scoop of your favorite protein powder.
- Turn it into a smoothie bowl by reducing the almond milk and topping it with vanilla almond granola, chia seeds, and sliced fruit.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Smoothie
- Method: Blender
- Cuisine: American
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