Peach Smoothie Recipe

Peach Smoothie is a refreshing, creamy, and delightful summery drink, that can be served as a quick snack or a delicious breakfast on the go!

In just five minutes, you can make these peach smoothies full of vitamins, minerals, and great taste. It is easy to make, with only a few ingredients. This is the perfect summer drink to enjoy by the pool, after a workout, or as breakfast on the go. With lots of fresh peach flavor, zesty lime, and creamy vanilla, this is a treat and a healthy snack. I like to use frozen fruit in mine to make it extra thick and cool, which is why it is my favorite drink on a hot day.

Peach Smoothie is one of my favorite tropical drinks especially at the prime of the summer’s heat. I tend to like being lazy during the summer which is why this drink, with just a few ingredients, helps jumpstart my day. This recipe has zero added refined sugar and uses the fruit’s, natural sweeteners. This is great in ensuring that anyone, even kids, can quench their thirst without consuming too much sugar. 

To make this easy smoothie, all you have to do is toss some peaches, bananas, and a few other ingredients into a blender and then pour it into some glasses. It’s that simple! But the recipe only serves two so if you are having company, better make extras. Don’t worry about leftovers, freeze them in ice cube trays and dump them into freezer bags.

This is such a versatile recipe; I love it the way it is, but feel free to add or remove ingredients. A good trick to have the kids have more greens, is by adding some spinach into the smoothie, they will not even notice! This recipe is great with either frozen, fresh, or canned peaches, make sure the latest are canned in juice not syrup.

Try it with this peach cheesecake salad. It also only has a few ingredients and is super easy to make, but it tastes so decadent.

Why you will love this recipe

• On-the-go breakfast: When you are in a hurry, you can drink this and be on your way.
• Healthy and full of fresh fruit: No additives or preservatives.
• The kids will love it: It’s nice to get the kids to eat healthy.
• Simple and fast: Just a few ingredients and takes five minutes.

What you’ll need to make peach smoothie

Special items:

• Blender – To mix the ingredients.
• Glasses

Ingredients:

• Peaches – For this recipe, I use frozen peaches, which adds to the thickness.
• Banana – I peel, slice, and freeze my banana so it makes my smoothie thicker.
• Vanilla Greek yogurt – You can also use peach or a different flavor.
• Lime zest – For the best flavor, zest your own lime.
• Lime juice – Again, for the best flavor, do it yourself.
• Peach juice – Make sure it is sugar-free.
• Coconut milk – You can also use regular milk.
• Vanilla extract – Only use pure 100% vanilla extract. The artificial vanilla flavoring leaves a bitter aftertaste.
• Lime slices – To squeeze into the drink for extra flavor.
• Mint sprigs – For a pop of color and a wonderful aroma.

How do you make peach smoothie?

• Prep garnish. Slice a piece of lime and set aside for later. 
• Blend. Using a blender, place all the ingredients inside. Start slow and build to a faster speed until it turns creamy and the drink smoothens as desired. 
• Serve. Make a slit in the lime and slide it onto the sides of the glass. Place the creamy drink and finish it with a dash of mint on top. Serve.

Expert tip

Using frozen peaches

I typically like to use fresh ingredients, but when making a smoothie, frozen fruits are better because they thicken it up without me having to add ice or any kind of thickeners. Not only that, but have you ever tried to peel a peach? It is not fun. If the peaches are not ripe, you could try to peel them with a vegetable peeler or knife. But who wants to use unripe peaches? They are not very sweet.

To easily peel peaches, they need to be blanched. First, cut a shallow X on the bottom of the peach. Then, boil them in a large pot of water for about 30 seconds. After, let them sit in an ice bath for about one minute. The skin should peel right off. If that does not work, try again. 

I really like using the frozen peaches and frozen banana because they make a thick and delicious smoothie that turns out perfect every time. I do not have to worry about having to add anything to thicken it up. And I sure don’t have to worry about peeling any peaches. Buying frozen peaches in bulk also is more budget-friendly.

Recipe variations and add-ins:

• Add some greens: Some of my favorites are spinach, cucumber, kale, and celery.
• Make it crunchy: Granola, seeds, or chopped nuts would be a great way to make the smoothie crunchy.
• Spice it up: If you like spicy stuff, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the smoothie to get you moving.
• Add honey: Sweeten the smoothie without sugar by adding honey or maple syrup.
• More fruit: Everything goes! I have added strawberries, pineapples, blueberries, and cherries.
• Don’t forget the veggies: Add vegetables like squash, peas, eggplant, and carrots.

Serving suggestions:

• This would go great with a meal like my slow cooker peach pork. This meat really melts in your mouth!
• After a workout, this is the perfect drink to help you cool down. Add protein powder for a boost.
• These grilled peaches have less than 100 per serving, and they are incredibly sweet and juicy and pair so well with the smoothie.
• Add a bit of your favorite booze, and these smoothies are the perfect cocktail for your backyard pool party.
• Enjoy a glass of this with some peach cobbler or peaches and cream ice cream dumped into it.

Frequently asked questions

How do you tell if peaches are ripe?

A ripe peach is usually a deep yellow gold with no green undertones and is no longer pale yellow. It should not be red. That color comes from direct sun exposure. They should be slightly soft when squeezed but not squishy. The area at the top of the peach by the stem should be soft. Wrinkling around the stem is also a good sign. It should also have a sweet scent. Having no scent or a bitter smell is not good.

What fruits go good with peaches?

I feel that anything goes with peaches, but that is just me. Most people think that the best thing to go with peaches are berries like raspberries, blackberries, blueberries, and strawberries. The tender, acidic taste of peaches blends well with the sweet berries. Peaches also mix well with other stone fruits like plums, nectarines, and apricots. Other popular choices include citrus fruits like orange, lime, and lemon.

Why is my smoothie so runny?

If your smoothie is runny, it may be that you did not use any frozen fruits or if used regular yogurt instead of Greek. Either way, you can always thicken it up. First, try adding some ice. If that does not work add some fibrous fruit or veggies like mangoes, pineapples, squash, or carrots. Using chia seeds, some oats, a cup or spinach, or half of an avocado will also thicken a smoothie.

What goes first?

The best way to make a smoothie that is easier on the blender is to add the liquids first. This makes it easier on the blades. Then, add soft ingredients like fruits and veggies or yogurt to get things going. After that, the hard and fibrous fruits and vegetables go next. Last, the ice, frozen fruits and veggies, and nuts or seeds go. This recipe should be easy on the blender since there is nothing really hard in it.

How to store:

• Refrigerate: It will stay fresh in the fridge in a sealed jar for about two days.   
• Freezing: Freeze it in a sealed jar for up to three months. You can also freeze it in ice cube trays and then put them in freezer bags for up to three months.   

More smoothie recipes to try:

Recipe tips:

• Choose golden-yellow peaches without green. They should smell sweet and be soft but not squishy.
• If the smoothie is watery, add ice, frozen fruit, fibrous fruit, or chia seeds.
• Always start with liquid and soft ingredients first in the blender, and add the hard ingredients last to protect the blades.
• If you are using fresh peaches, preferably peel them first.