Make a Peach Smoothie

When you have lots of peaches, turn them into a delicious smoothie. With only the addition of orange juice and yogurt, the peach flavor is allowed to take center stage and promises to wow your taste buds. It is perfect for a healthy breakfast, after-exercise snack, or a tasty treat on a hot, summer day.

Ingredients

  • 2 ripe peaches
  • 1 to 3 cups (240 to 700 milliliters) orange juice
  • ½ cup (125 grams) yogurt
  • 4 to 5 ice cubes (optional)

Makes 2 to 3 servings

Steps

Making a Basic Peach Smoothie

  1. Peel and slice the peaches, and add them into the blender. You don't have to be neat or precise when cutting the peaches. You simply want to cut them up so that they are easier to blend. Discard the pits and skins.
    • For a thicker smoothie, use frozen peaches.
  2. Pour in the orange juice. The more juice you add, the thinner your smoothie will become. You can use store-bought orange juice or freshly-squeezed orange juice.
  3. Add the yogurt. You can use plain, vanilla, or even peach-flavored yogurt. This will help make your smoothie thick and creamy.
  4. Top it off with 4 to 5 ice cubes for an extra-thick smoothie. The ice is not completely necessary, especially if you are using frozen peaches, but it will help thicken your smoothie even more. It will also make it extra cold—perfect for a hot, summer day!
  5. Blend until smooth. From time to time, you may have to pause the blender, and push the smoothie down the sides to help everything blend together. When you are done, there should be no lumps, clumps, streaks, or swirls.
  6. Pour the smoothie into tall glasses and serve. If you'd like, you can garnish each glass with a fresh mint leaf or a slice of peach.
  7. Finished.

Trying Tasty Variations

  1. Add sweetness and complexity with honey or baking spices. This will make your smoothie taste more like a yummy peach pie or peach cobbler. You don't have to add all of the spices listed below; you could just add honey and cinnamon. Here are some ideas and measurements to get you started:[1]
    • 1 to 2 tablespoons honey
    • ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
    • 1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon
    • Pinch of ground nutmeg or ground ginger
  2. Make a banana-peach smoothie for extra protein. You can simply toss in a peeled and sliced banana into the mixture, or use the following recipe: ½ cup (120 milliliters) of milk, 1 peeled and sliced banana, 2 to 3 peeled and sliced peaches, 2 to 3 ice cubes, and ¼ teaspoon of ground cinnamon. If you like your smoothies extra-sweet, add a drizzle of honey. Blend everything together in a blender, and pour into 2 or 3 glasses.[2]
  3. Use milk instead of orange juice for an extra creamy smoothie. Use 1 cup (240 milliliters) of milk, 1 sliced and peeled peach, ½ cup (125 grams) of yogurt, and a few ice cubes. For a hint of sweetness, add 1 tablespoon of honey and a pinch of cinnamon. Blend everything together pour into 1 or 2 glasses.[3]
    • For an even sweeter smoothie, use vanilla yogurt instead.
  4. Add some oatmeal for a tasty breakfast smoothie. In a blender, combine 2 to 3 sliced and peeled peaches, 1 cup (240 milliliters) of milk, and 3 tablespoons of old-fashioned oats. Add 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon, 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, and 1 to 2 tablespoons of honey honey. Blend everything together, and pour into 1 or 2 glasses.[4]
    • For a thicker smoothie, use frozen peaches instead. You will need about 2 cups (450 grams). You can also use a handful of ice cubes instead.
  5. Try a strawberry-peach smoothie for a tasty, summer treat. Pour 1 cup (240 milliliters) of orange juice, ½ cup (125 grams) of yogurt, and 3 to 4 ice cubes into a blender. Add 1 peeled and sliced peach, a drizzle of honey, and ¾ cup (150 grams) of strawberries. Blend until smooth, and pour into 2 glasses.[5]
    • For a creamier smoothie, use milk instead of orange juice.
    • If you like an even sweeter smoothie, try vanilla or strawberry yogurt instead.



Tips

  • You can add a different (natural) fruit juice instead. Try it out before and decide whether it will be an appropriate match for the peach flavor.
  • Add ice cream to make a milkshake.
  • You can take out some of the pulp with a spoon or take most of it out before you put it into the blender.
  • This smoothie is ideal for breakfast, after-exercise refreshment, or as a tasty treat on a hot, summer day.
  • Measure and cut the fruit ahead, and put it in plastic bags. Store the plastics bags in your freezer, and use the frozen fruit whenever you want to make a smoothie. Omit the ice in your recipe.

Things You'll Need

  • Blender
  • Knife and cutting board
  • Rubber spatula

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Sources and Citations

  1. ↑ http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/ellie-krieger/peach-pie-smoothie-recipe.html
  2. ↑ http://www.thelittlesouschef.com/easy-banana-peach-smoothie/
  3. ↑ http://www.willcookforsmiles.com/2014/08/peaches-cream-breakfast-smoothie.html
  4. ↑ http://www.somewhatsimple.com/peach-cobbler-smoothie/
  5. ↑ http://www.cleanandscentsible.com/2015/07/strawberry-peach-smoothie-recipe.html
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