The only fruit I used to like eating when I was little was canned pears. I KNOW. Gross. I think it was a texture, sweetness thing…Anyway the LAST fruit I would ever eat as a kid was peaches. The fuzzy skin just set me off. But then, one summer I tried a peach milkshake and my life has never been the same.
All it took was covering it with ice cream to change my mind. Go figure.
These days I’m eating peaches in all kinds of things – crisps, green salads, fruit salads, and, more recently, smoothies.
This recipe features two ripe peaches as the star ingredient, frozen banana adds sweetness and texture, and orange juice adds a bit of tartness. Chia seeds make it gel up a bit and thicken, plus add a ton of health perks. And the oats provide tons o’ fiber, manganese, and what-not. Oy!
This smoothie is sweet, slightly tart, thick and creamy and super satisfying for breakfast or a snack. John and I split a batch recently with our morning coffee and both agreed it felt wholesome, just sweet enough and totally peach-y. Hooray!
Peach Oat Smoothie
Vegan smoothie with peaches, rolled oats, chia seeds, and a touch of sweetness from OJ and banana. Creamy, nutritious, and lovely for breakfast or a snack. Print SAVE SAVED
from votes Prep Time 10 minutes Total Time 10 minutes Servings 2 (smoothies)Course Beverage, Breakfast, SnackCuisine Gluten-Free, VeganFreezer Friendly 1 Month (as popsicles)Does it keep? Best when fresh
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Ingredients
US Customary – Metric2 ripe peaches (quartered, pits removed*)1 Tbsp chia seeds1/4 cup rolled oats (gluten-free for GF eaters)1/2 frozen banana (peeled before freezing)1/4 cup fresh orange juice1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk1 Tbsp agave, maple syrup, or a pinch of stevia (optional // for added sweetness // or honey for non-vegan)
Instructions
Add all ingredients to a blender and let set for 5-10 minutes so the oats and chia seeds can soak. Then blend until smooth.To thicken, add another quarter-half a frozen banana (amount as original recipe is written // adjust if altering batch size). To thin, add more almond milk or OJ.Taste and adjust flavor as needed. I added a touch of agave.Serve immediately.
Notes
*Substitute nectarines for peaches for a very similar taste.
*Nutrition information is a rough estimate.
Nutrition (1 of 2 servings)
Serving: 1 smoothies Calories: 142 Carbohydrates: 28 g Protein: 4 g Fat: 3 g Trans Fat: 0 g Cholesterol: 0 mg Sodium: 46 mg Fiber: 5 g Sugar: 14 g