This healthy peach smoothie is a delightful way to enjoy ripe summer peaches. Creamy, naturally sweet, and ready in about five minutes, this banana peach smoothie uses seven simple ingredients for a satisfying breakfast or snack.
Bright, refreshing, and easy to customize, this peach smoothie delivers the classic “peaches and cream” flavor with wholesome ingredients. It blends up thick like a milkshake when you use frozen fruit and a frozen banana for sweetness and texture.
Made with simple pantry staples — milk, Greek yogurt, frozen peaches, a frozen banana, honey, vanilla, and a touch of cinnamon — it’s a great everyday recipe. Below you’ll find ingredient notes, step-by-step instructions, optional add-ins, storage tips, and nutrition details to help you make the best banana peach smoothie every time.
Peach Smoothie Recipe: Ingredients & Substitutions
- Milk. Whole milk gives the creamiest result, but 2%, almond milk, oat milk, or coconut milk all work well.
- Greek yogurt. Full-fat plain or vanilla Greek yogurt (or Icelandic-style skyr) adds richness and protein.
- Honey. Use maple syrup as an easy substitute if you prefer a vegan option.
- Vanilla extract. Vanilla enhances the peaches-and-cream profile; vanilla bean paste is another option, or omit if desired.
- Frozen peaches. Fresh summer peaches that have been sliced and frozen are ideal, but store-bought frozen peaches are fine. Make sure the fruit is frozen so the smoothie is thick and cold.
- Frozen banana. A frozen banana sweetens and thickens the smoothie naturally so you don’t need to add ice.
- Cinnamon. A pinch adds warmth and depth; omit if you prefer.
How to Make a Peach Smoothie
Follow these straightforward steps for a smooth, creamy peach smoothie. Use a high-speed blender for the best texture, though most countertop blenders will work if you blend long enough and add liquids first.
Use a high-speed blender for best results
A high-powered blender yields the creamiest, most uniform texture and helps blend frozen fruit quickly. If you don’t have a high-speed model, add the liquid first and blend in stages, scraping down the sides as needed.
Add Ingredients to the Blender
Add ingredients to the blender in this order: milk first, then yogurt, followed by the frozen banana and frozen peaches. Drizzle honey and add vanilla and cinnamon on top. Starting with the liquid helps the blades move freely and prevents the frozen fruit from sticking to the bottom.
Optional Add-Ins
Customize the smoothie with extra nutrition or flavor by adding one or two of these boosters before blending:
- Extra fruit. Strawberries, raspberries, or a splash of orange juice work well.
- Greens. A handful (up to 1 cup) of fresh spinach adds nutrients without an obvious flavor change — it will alter the color.
- Protein powder. A scoop of vanilla protein powder increases protein and makes the smoothie more filling.
- Chia seeds. One to two tablespoons add fiber and omega-3s; drink the smoothie immediately after blending.
- Nut butter. A spoonful of almond or cashew butter brings richness and healthy fats.
Blend
Secure the lid and blend, starting on low and increasing to high. Blend until smooth and uniform, about 50–60 seconds with a high-speed blender. Pause to scrape down the sides if needed. Aim for a thick but pourable consistency — like a soft milkshake.
Serve
Pour the smoothie into glasses and serve immediately. Garnish with a thin peach slice or a light sprinkle of cinnamon for a pretty presentation. This recipe makes multiple servings, so it’s great to share or enjoy across a couple of meals.
Store/Freeze
Store any leftover smoothie in a sealed glass jar in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours. To freeze, pour into a freezer-safe container for up to one month and thaw overnight in the refrigerator before drinking. You may need to re-blend briefly after thawing to refresh the texture.
Peach Smoothie Recipe FAQs
Yes — double all ingredients to make a larger batch. Use a blender with a larger container to avoid overflow and ensure smooth blending.
Yes — add 1 cup of fresh spinach on top of the frozen fruit before blending. The flavor remains fruity while the color becomes greener. For the best texture, use fresh spinach rather than frozen.
If you try this recipe, please consider leaving a comment and rating on the original recipe page. Tag photos of your smoothie if you share them so others can find inspiration. Enjoy a refreshing, nutrient-rich peach smoothie any time you crave a quick and delicious drink.
Peach Smoothie Recipe
Laura Sandford
Equipment
- Measuring spoons and cups
- High-speed blender or countertop blender
- Spatula
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups milk (whole milk, almond milk, coconut milk, or 2%)
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt (plain or vanilla)
- 1 frozen banana
- 2 cups frozen peaches (about 10 oz)
- 2 tablespoons honey (or maple syrup)
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- Optional: 1 cup fresh spinach
Instructions
- Place the milk in the blender, then add the Greek yogurt.
- Add the frozen banana and frozen peaches on top of the liquid.
- Drizzle the honey, add vanilla and cinnamon.
- Start blending on low, then increase to high. Blend until smooth and uniform, about 50–60 seconds with a high-speed blender.
- Pause to scrape down the sides if necessary. Pour into glasses and serve immediately.
Notes
Ingredient substitutions: Whole milk will be richest; dairy-free milks work fine. Use maple syrup for honey if needed. Fresh peaches can be sliced and frozen in advance for best texture. A frozen banana sweetens without added sugar.
Storage: Refrigerate in a sealed jar up to 1 day or freeze up to 1 month; thaw overnight and re-blend if desired.
Nutrition
Serving size: 1/2 cup (approx.) — Calories: 164; Carbohydrates: 29 g; Protein: 7 g; Fat: 3 g; Fiber: 2 g; Sugar: 24 g. Nutrition estimates are approximate and auto-calculated.
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