Strawberry Peach Smoothie Without Yogurt
Strawberry peach smoothie without yogurt is the quick breakfast and midday snack you’ve been looking for to beat the summer heat. Cool and refreshing, you could be sipping on this smoothie in just 5 minutes. This peach and strawberry smoothie is deliciously thick and creamy with juicy peaches and sweet strawberries making the perfect flavor combination of sweet and tart.
Why you will love this smoothie recipe
- Quick and easy – this recipe comes together in just 5 minutes and is so easy to make. Simply measure out all the ingredients into the blender, blend and enjoy! A healthy breakfast or snack doesn’t get easier than that.
- Refreshing summer flavors – the sweet and tart strawberries and peaches are the perfect combination pairing. Fruity, creamy, and naturally sweetened, this smoothie is a great refreshing treat on a hot summer day. Your kids will also love this healthy strawberry peach smoothie recipe.
- Customizable – Adjust the protein, sweetness, creaminess to your preference. Customize this smoothie with what you have in your fridge or freezer or whatever your preferences may be. You can even add some veggies for extra nutrition.
Ingredients
- Frozen Peaches – peaches add so much delicious flavor to the smoothie. I recommend using frozen peaches instead of fresh. When frozen, peaches help make the smoothie thick and creamy when blended and they are easy to keep around in your freezer. If you don’t have frozen peaches, you can use fresh or canned (in juice or water, drained), just be sure to add about 1/4 cup of ice to the smoothie to help create the same consistency.
- Frozen Strawberries – I recommend using frozen strawberries for ease. They have already been washed and stems removed. The frozen strawberries help to create a super smooth, creamy, and chilled smoothie. You can use fresh strawberries, be sure to wash them, cut off any leaves and add 1/2 – 1 cup of ice to help create the same texture.
- Vanilla protein powder – protein powder helps to make this smoothie super filling and helps to create a balanced meal for breakfast or as a post-workout snack. Vegan protein powders help thicken the smoothie. Note that collagen and whey protein powders tend to make smoothies have a watery consistency so add 1/4 cup of oats or you can reduce the milk or water to keep things thicker. Feel free to use whatever you have on hand.
- Dairy free milk (or water) – I recommend using dairy free milk such as almond milk, oat milk, cashew milk, coconut milk, flax milk, etc. If you are not dairy free you can use regular dairy milk here.
- Cashews – give this smoothie an extra creamy texture, make it more filling, and add some healthy fats. If you don’t have cashews, you can use any nuts or seeds you prefer. You could use almonds, pumpkin seeds or hemp hearts as alternatives.
- Chia seeds – chia seeds thicken the smoothie by absorbing the liquid in the smoothie. They also make the smoothie deliciously filling and provide you with a great source of fiber. Also, if you don’t have chia seeds, you could use ground flax seeds.
- Honey – this smoothie is lightly sweetened with honey. If you want to keep the sugar down, you can exclude this. You could also use pitted medjool dates, maple syrup, dried figs or a ripe banana instead if you want to use fruit to sweeten the smoothie naturally and keep this vegan.
How to make a peach and strawberry smoothie
- Measure the ingredients into a high-speed blender in the order listed.
- Blend on high until smooth and enjoy immediately.
Top Tips
- If you don’t have a super strong blender, I recommend buying chia protein, which is just finely ground chia seeds that easily mix into your smoothie.
- I recommend using all frozen fruit as the smoothie will have a creamier consistency and texture. You can use a variety of fresh, canned, and frozen or just fresh. If you want to use fresh fruit, be sure to add about 1/2 cup of ice to get the same texture.
- When using whey-based protein or collagen peptides, I recommend adding 1/4 cup of oats to help thicken the smoothie or use less liquid (milk/water). Learn more about my ways to increase protein to smoothies and the best protein powders for smoothies.
- If you don’t have peaches, you can use mango, nectarines, banana, pineapple, raspberries, apricots, or even dark sweet cherries.
Optional Smoothie Add-ins
- Avocado – to make it extra creamy and add healthy fats you could include 1/2 an avocado.
- Banana – for extra sweetness and a creamier texture you could add 1/2 a ripe banana.
- Hemp hearts – for a nutty flavor and healthy fats add 1-2 tbsp hemp hearts.
- Collagen Peptides – a great addition to your protein powder or replacement to increase the protein and make this extra filling.
- Oats – can help make the smoothie more filling, adds good fiber and helps create a thick creamy consistency.
- Orange juice – a splash of OJ can increase the sweetness and make this taste like a creamy strawberry peach mimosa.
- Fruits – any combination of fruits would be perfect with this smoothie including blueberries, pineapple, pomegranate, mixed berries, papaya, guava, banana.
- Veggies – add frozen riced cauliflower, fresh baby spinach or frozen spinach, frozen kale or zucchini (fresh or frozen). Add about 1/2 cup of any of these veggies.
- Fresh herbs – mint, basil, cilantro
How to make a strawberry peach smoothie bowl
You can make this a strawberry peach smoothie bowl by adding 1/4 cup rolled oats or 1 tablespoon of chia seeds or ground flax to thicken the smoothie some making it a perfect smoothie bowl consistency. Once thickened, simply pour it into a bowl and add your favorite toppings!
Here are some of my favorite toppings for this strawberry peach smoothie:
- Granola or cereal – add a yummy crunch.
- Fresh fruit – blackberries, strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, banana, peach, mango, mixed berries.
- Dried fruit – raisins, cranberries, dried cherries, chopped pitted dates.
- Nut butter – drizzle your favorite nut butter on top for extra creaminess.
- Chopped nuts or seeds – cashews, pecans, walnuts, almonds, peanuts, pistachios, pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds.
- Drizzle of maple syrup or honey.
Common questions
Is this strawberry and peach smoothie healthy?
This strawberry peach smoothie recipe is rich in vitamins, antioxidants, calcium, fiber, and protein, making this smoothie a healthy and super filling meal. Made with wholesome ingredients and no added processed sugars, this recipe is well-balanced compared to a smoothie you would buy from your favorite smoothie shop or coffee bar. With the added benefits of increased protein, this smoothie would be a great post-workout meal too!
Do strawberry and peach go together?
Yes, the sweetness and tanginess of the strawberries and peaches make a perfect pairing. Strawberry and peach complement each other in this smoothie making it a sweet, tart, and well balanced healthy delicious treat.
Can you blend frozen fruit?
Yes, you can. It is important to note that when blending frozen fruit, it is recommended to have a high-powdered blender. Your blender should be able to handle breaking down the frozen fruit. If your blender is not powerful enough it could damage the blender. I recommend this blender that is rated for smoothies and isn’t overly expensive.
Can you make this smoothie ahead of time?
Yes, you can create a smoothie pack and store it in your freezer. This makes preparing your smoothie in the morning a breeze as no measuring is required. Make your smoothie packs early in the week so you are prepped all week long.
To meal prep smoothies simply measure all the ingredients into a freezer safe bag or container minus any powders (protein powder) and liquid (milk). When you are ready to prepare the smoothie, add the prepped smoothie bag ingredients, milk and protein powder and blend until smooth. For a good freezer safe bag option, I recommend Stasher Bags.
Storing leftovers
You can make this smoothie up to 24 hours in advance. Be sure to store it in the fridge in an airtight container such as a mason jar with a lid until you plan on enjoying it.
If you have leftover smoothie, you know you won’t be enjoying in the next 24 hours. Simply pour the smoothie into ice cube trays or my personal favorite soupercubes and freeze for later! When you are ready to serve, just add a splash of dairy free milk to the cubes and blend until creamy.
Another fun alternative way to use leftover smoothie is to pour leftovers into popsicle molds, freeze and enjoy later. Your kiddos will love this.
Substitutes
- Frozen Peaches – You can use frozen, fresh, or canned peaches. If you don’t have peaches, you could use nectarines, mangos, raspberries, a banana, pineapples, apricots, or sweet dark cherries. If you’re not using frozen fruit, remember to add 1/4 cup of ice to help keep a thick and creamy consistency of the smoothie.
- Frozen Strawberries – You can use fresh or frozen strawberries. If you don’t have strawberries, you can swap it out for any berry including blackberries, blueberries, raspberries, sweet dark cherries or even mangos. If you are using fresh berries, be sure to add 1/2 – 1 cup of ice to make the smoothie nice and smooth.
- Vanilla protein powder – If you are not using protein powder, be sure to add some honey or maple syrup to help sweeten the smoothie slightly. If you are using whey or collagen peptides, you could add 1/4 cup of oats to help thicken the smoothie or you can reduce the milk or water to keep the smoothie thicker.
- Dairy free milk (or water) – This strawberry peach smoothie without yogurt is extremely versatile, and any type of milk or water will work for this recipe. Almond milk, oat milk, flax milk, cashew milk, coconut milk, cow’s milk, water or coconut water.
- Cashews – you can swap out cashews for any other nut butter or nuts including almonds, pecans, walnuts, or even peanut butter. You can also use pumpkin seeds.
- Chia seeds – use ground flax seeds to replace chia seeds or you can use ground chia seeds (sometimes labeled chia protein) in place of the chia seeds. If you don’t have chia seeds or a replacement, you can simply omit them.
- Honey – If you are looking to keep sugars low you can omit honey from this recipe, but you will lose some sweetness. To keep this recipe vegan, you could swap honey with maple syrup, a ripe banana, dried figs, agave nectar, date syrup or pitted medjool dates.
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Strawberry Peach Smoothie
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup frozen peaches
- 1/2 cup frozen strawberries
- 1 serving vanilla vegan protein powder - or 1/4 cup oats
- 1 cup dairy free milk - or water
- 2 tbsp cashews
- 1 tbsp chia seeds
- 1 tbsp honey
Instructions
- Measure the ingredients into a high-speed blender in the order listed.
- Blend on high until smooth and enjoy immediately.
Equipment
Notes
- If you don’t have a super strong blender, I recommend buying chia protein, which is just finely ground chia seeds that easily mix into your smoothie.
- I recommend using all frozen fruit as the smoothie will have a creamier consistency and texture. You can use a variety of fresh, canned, and frozen or just fresh. If you want to use fresh fruit, be sure to add about 1/2 cup of ice to get the same texture.
- When using whey-based protein or collagen peptides, I recommend adding 1/4 cup of oats to help thicken the smoothie or use less liquid (milk/water).
- If you don’t have peaches, you can use mango, nectarines, banana, pineapple, raspberries, apricots, or even dark sweet cherries.
