PB&J Smoothie with Greek Yogurt

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This PB&J Smoothie with Greek yogurt tastes just like the sandwich you grew up with. It's made with sweet strawberries and creamy peanut butter for all-day satisfaction in a glass. Packed with protein, fiber, and flavor, this quick blender breakfast is a nostalgic favorite that's ready in 5 minutes flat.

255 CAL 37g CARBS 5g FAT 17g PROTEIN 4
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Smoothies are one of the most versatile drinks you can make, and I love creating them from some of my favorite foods. This recipe is inspired by one of my favorite sandwiches growing up: classic peanut butter and jelly!

For this smoothie, I didn't use any actual jelly, but the strawberries and Greek yogurt taste like strawberry jelly. It's one of my kids' all-time favorite smoothies, along with this Strawberry Mango Smoothie.

I have to admit, this is not your typical fruit and yogurt smoothie. This one is packed with wholesome ingredients like Greek yogurt, flax seeds, and peanut butter to keep you full and energized, unlike a smoothie just made with fruit!

I also love these Peanut Butter and Jelly Yogurt Bowls when the PB&J craving strikes.

Ingredients for a peanut butter and jelly smoothie including strawberries, peanut butter, almond milk, yogurt, and flaxseeds.

Before You Get Started

Here are some tips before you start this recipe:

  • Use frozen strawberries to keep the smoothie thick and frosty without needing extra ice.
  • Greek yogurt adds creaminess and a big protein boost. Stick with plain to control sweetness or swap in vanilla for extra flavor.
  • Peanut butter powder helps cut calories and fat while still giving you that nutty taste; regular creamy peanut butter works too.
  • Made too much smoothie? Pour the extras into a popsicle mold for a frozen treat later!
  • Flaxseed meal is totally optional, but it adds fiber and omega-3s if you want an extra nutritional kick.

How to Make a PB&J Smoothie

Add all the ingredients to a blender and blend until smooth!

Pro tip: Add however much milk you like to get your desired consistency.

Peanut butter and jelly smoothie in two glasses with strawberries on the side.

Recipe Tips And Ideas

Follow these tips to make sure that this smoothie turns out creamy every single time!

  • Add spinach or veggies: Boost the nutritional content of this smoothie with a few handfuls of baby spinach. You won't even be able to taste it. You could also add kale, frozen cauliflower, or cauliflower rice.
  • Add banana: For natural sweetness without the honey, add 1/2-1 frozen banana. The riper the banana, the more natural sweetness. Adding frozen banana also creates a really creamy texture.
  • Boost the protein: Toss in a scoop of unflavored or vanilla protein powder. If you do, you might need to add a splash more milk to keep the consistency drinkable.
  • Use mixed berries: Instead of sticking to just strawberries, add blueberries, raspberries, or blackberries.
  • More nutrients: Make this smoothie even more nutritious with chia seeds, hemp seeds, or maca powder.
  • Change the liquid: Instead of almond milk, make this smoothie with orange juice, coconut milk, oat milk, soy milk, or coconut water.
  • Try different fruits: Greek yogurt smoothies are delicious with almost any kind of frozen fruit. Consider using pineapple, mango, peaches, oranges, berries, papaya, or melon.
  • Add chocolate: Make this a chocolate-flavored yogurt smoothie with the addition of unsweetened cocoa powder.This is especially delicious in a banana smoothie.
  • Swap the peanut butter: This will taste amazing with almond butter, cashew butter, or even SunButter. Sun butter is made from sunflower seeds and has a very mild taste that mixes in really well with smoothies.
  • No milk: Greek yogurt can be used in place of milk in smoothies, but you may still need some additional liquid to make the smoothie drinkable.

Frequently Asked Questions

Here are some of the most commonly asked questions about this PB&J Smoothie:

Yes! Thanks to the Greek yogurt and nut butter, it has protein and healthy carbs that make it great for recovery.

 

You can blend it and store it in the fridge for up to a day. Give it a quick shake or stir before drinking, since separation can happen.

 

Yes! Just keep in mind that the smoothie may be more liquidy and not as frozen. 

 

Since fruit has natural sugars in it, the smoothie won’t technically be sugar-free. However, you could omit the honey and sweeten it with liquid Stevia or swap with a banana instead. 

 

Greek yogurt peanut butter and jelly smoothie with strawberries in a glass.
The Recipe
PB&J Smoothie with Greek yogurt in three glasses with fresh strawberries and peanut butter on the side.

PB&J Smoothie with Greek Yogurt

255 CAL 37g CARBS 5g FAT 17g PROTEIN 4
PREP TIME: 2 Min
COOK TIME: 3 Min
TOTAL TIME: 5 Min
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Ingredients

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  • 2 cup frozen strawberries
  • 1 cup plain nonfat Greek yogurt
  • 2 tbsp peanut butter powder (or peanut butter)
  • 2 tsp honey (more to taste or 1/2 ripe banana)
  • 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
  • 2 cups unsweetened almond milk
  • 4 tsp flaxseed meal (optional)

Instructions

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Place all the ingredients in a blender. For a lower sugar option, swap in half a very ripe banana for the honey.

Strawberries, Greek yogurt, peanut butter, flaxseed meal, and almond milk in a blender.
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Blend until smooth. If using fresh strawberries, add some ice to make the smoothie nice and cold. Taste and adjust sweetness if needed.

Strawvberry PB&J smoothie with Greek yogurt in a blender.

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Nutritional Facts
Serving Size: 1.5 cups
Amount Per Serving
Calories 255
Calories from Fat 30
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 5g
5%
Saturated Fat 0g
0%
Monounsaturated Fat 0g
0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
0%
Cholesterol 0mg
0%
Sodium 246mg
11%
Total Carbohydrate 37g
11%
Dietary Fiber 7g
21%
Sugars 26g
Protein 17g

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

The Nutritional Values provided are estimates only and may vary based on the preparation method.

Notes

This smoothie can be made with any type of Greek yogurt including low-fat and full-fat options. Or use a dairy-free yogurt if needed.

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February 15, 2022 - 07:59
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Love this as a breakfast or mid-afternoon snack!
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