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Craving the classic flavors of PBJ from childhood, but in a healthier form? This PBJ smoothie delivers the perfect blend of peanut butter’s protein and healthy fats, with the sweet flavors of fresh fruit. Quickly blend it together as a portable breakfast or an energizing midday snack. Serve it in a cup or a bowl with all sorts of fun toppings (that only add to the nutrient value!)
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Why You’ll Love This Creamy PBJ Smoothie
If you’re a fan of indulgent smoothies, this peanut butter and jelly smoothie will hit the spot. It makes a richly creamy smoothie with the addition of nut butter. Choose peanut butter, almond butter or cashew butter to make for a richer drink or a thick smoothie bowl. Prefer to skip nut butter? Add in some flax meal (ground flax seeds), oats, one or two Brazil nuts (great for selenium!), or a few walnuts (a good Omega 3’s source) for thickness.
Ingredient Notes
Please refer to the recipe card for the full list of ingredients and amounts.
Recipe Variations and Add-Ins
Let’s talk about toppings because that’s what a peanut butter and jelly smoothie bowl is all about! Choose what you like based on your preference, but we recommend choosing a few crunchy ones because the variety of texture is key. Here’s a few options:
- Chia Seeds
- Coconut Flakes
- Chopped Walnuts
- Dried Fruits (like raisins, cranberries or mulberries)
- Flax Seed
- Granola
- Fresh Fruit
- Drizzle of nut butter
- A dollop of vegan whipped cream or vegan yogurt
One of the conveniences of smoothies is how easy it is to swap ingredients while coming up with newfound blends. Try adding raspberries when you’re out of strawberries, or almond butter when out of peanut butter. Get creative with your morning shake and open up your healthy breakfast possibilities.
Storage Instructions
Smoothies made with frozen ingredients are best consumed immediately.
Fresh fruit smoothies, though, could be stored in an airtight bottle/container in the fridge for up to a day. Shake well before drinking. Wait until serving to add toppings.
You can also freeze this PBJ smoothie spread flat in Ziplock/Stasher bags for up to 3 months. Re-blend from frozen with a splash of liquid OR thaw first.
Serving Suggestions
- Granola: Like my peanut butter granola to sprinkle on top, or serve alongside.
- ‘Eggs’: Make it a hearty breakfast with eggless benedict with hollandaise or tofu scramble.
- Breakfast to-go: Keep breakfast portable with a breakfast burrito.
- Bakes: Make it a complete meal with avocado toast, blueberry peach muffins, or vegan waffles.
- Snacks: Make the smoothie as a midday (or midnight?) snack with a handful of cinnamon spice almonds, a bowl of chai spiced popcorn, a no-bake peanut butter cup, or a peanut butter cracker sandwich.
More Smoothie Recipes
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Peaches and Cream Smoothie Bowl
Vegan Breakfasts
Ginger Fruit Smoothie
Vegan Breakfasts
Orange Creamsicle Smoothie
Vegan Drinks
Spiced Persimmon Smoothie
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PBJ Smoothie
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Ingredients
For the Bowl
- 2 frozen bananas
- 1 cup of frozen strawberries
- 2 tablespoons peanut butter
- ½ cup of plant-based milk
Toppings
- Chia seeds, to taste (optional)
- Coconut shreds, to taste (optional)
- Chopped nuts of choice, to taste (optional)
- 1 tablespoon of diced fresh strawberries (optional)
Instructions
- In a high-speed blender, combine the frozen banana, strawberries, peanut butter, and plant-based milk, and blend until smooth.
- Top with chia seeds, coconut shreds, nuts, and diced strawberries, if using.
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Notes
- Chia Seeds
- Coconut Flakes
- Chopped Walnuts
- Dried Fruits (like raisins, cranberries or mulberries)
- Flax Seed
- Granola
- Fresh Fruit
- Drizzle of nut butter
