Peach Apple Protein Smoothie

This peach apple protein smoothie is creamy, fruity and filling enough for breakfast. Ripe peaches and a whole apple blend with carrots, coconut or almond milk and a scoop of vanilla protein powder.

It takes less than a minute in the blender and there is no added sugar, so most of the sweetness comes straight from the fruit.

The Best Apple Peach Smoothie (Creamy and Packed with Protein)

This apple peach smoothie is creamy and full of yumminess! It is a simple way to turn a few ripe peaches into a breakfast or snack that keeps you going.

Three medium to large peaches give it a big, juicy peach flavor, and a whole apple adds a crisp, bright sweetness. A cup of baby carrots goes in too. You won’t taste them much, but they add color and a mild sweetness that blends right in with the fruit.

A scoop of vanilla whey or vegan protein powder is what makes this a protein smoothie. It thickens the drink, adds a soft vanilla flavor and helps it stick with you longer than fruit alone. Coconut or almond milk keeps the base light, and with a vegan protein powder the whole smoothie is dairy free. Two cups of ice turn it frosty and thick.

A reader once asked about the calorie count. I don’t count calories, so I don’t have the calorie numbers for my smoothies. What I can tell you is that everything in this glass is real food: fruit, vegetables, milk and protein, blended until silky smooth.

Why You’ll Love This Peach Apple Smoothie

• Real fruit flavor. Three peaches and a whole apple make it taste like a fresh summer orchard.
• Protein packed. A scoop of vanilla whey or vegan protein turns a fruit smoothie into a filling breakfast.
• A hidden vegetable. A cup of carrots blends in so smoothly you barely notice it.
• Super quick. Everything goes in the blender for 30 to 45 seconds and it is ready.

Ingredients You’ll Need

Here is what goes into this peach protein smoothie and why each one is there. Exact amounts are in the recipe card below.

• Coconut or almond milk: The liquid base that gets the blender moving. Both are light and dairy free. Coconut milk adds a hint of tropical flavor that is lovely with peaches, while almond milk is more neutral. Use the drinkable kind from a carton, not canned coconut milk, which is much thicker and richer.
• Vanilla protein powder: Whey or vegan protein both work. It adds protein, thickens the smoothie and gives it a soft vanilla flavor. Protein powders vary a lot in sweetness, so taste one you already like before you buy a big tub.
• Carrots: A cup of baby carrots or one large peeled carrot. Carrots and peaches are a natural match, both sweet and orange, and they add body without changing the fruity flavor much. Baby carrots are already peeled, which makes them the easiest choice. If you use a large carrot, peel it and cut it into chunks so it purees completely.
• Apple: One medium apple, washed and cut into quarters. A sweet, crisp apple like Gala, Fuji or Honeycrisp keeps the smoothie bright and sweet. Leave the peel on for extra color and fiber, since a high powered blender breaks it down completely.
• Peaches: Three medium to large peaches, peeled with the pit removed. Ripe peaches smell sweet at the stem end and give slightly when you press them. Riper peaches mean a sweeter smoothie. Out of season, frozen peach slices are a great stand in.
• Ice: Two cups make the smoothie cold and thick. For an even thicker smoothie, just add more ice. Keep in mind that more ice also mellows the fruit flavor a little, so taste as you go.

How to Make a Peach Apple Smoothie

1. Prep the produce. Wash the apple and cut it into quarters. Peel the peaches, remove the pits and cut them into large chunks so they are easy to blend. If you are using a large carrot instead of baby carrots, peel it and cut it into a few pieces so it blends faster.
2. Load the blender in order. Add the ingredients in the order listed: milk first, then protein powder spooned right onto the milk so it doesn’t stick to the bottom of the jar, then carrots, apple, peaches and finally the ice. With the liquid at the bottom, the blades catch quickly and pull the heavier fruit and ice down.
3. Blend on high. Blend on high for 30 to 45 seconds, until the smoothie is completely smooth with no flecks of carrot or apple peel. It should look thick, creamy and a pretty peachy orange. If anything gets stuck above the blades, stop and stir once with a spatula, then keep blending.
4. Adjust the thickness. For a thicker consistency, add more ice and blend again for a few seconds. If it is too thick to pour, add a splash more milk.
5. Serve right away. Pour into glasses and enjoy it while it is cold and frosty. Smoothies are at their best the moment they come out of the blender, before the ice starts to melt and the texture thins out.

Ways to Customize Your Smoothie

• Use frozen peaches. Swap in frozen peach slices and use a little less ice for a thick, frosty smoothie.
• Change the milk. Coconut and almond milk both work, so use your favorite.
• Go vegan. Choose a vegan protein powder for a fully dairy free smoothie.
• Skip the protein. Leave it out for a lighter fruit and veggie smoothie.

Peach Apple Smoothie FAQs

• Can I use frozen peaches? Yes. Frozen peaches work well and make the smoothie thicker and colder, so start with less ice and add more only if you need it.
• Do I need to peel the peaches? The recipe calls for peeled peaches, which gives the smoothest texture. Peach skin can leave small fuzzy bits in the glass.
• Should I remove the apple core and seeds? Yes, cut them out before blending. Apple seeds contain small amounts of a natural compound that is best avoided, and removing them only takes a few seconds.
• What protein powder should I use? Any vanilla whey or vegan protein powder works. Pick one whose flavor you already enjoy.
• How do I make it thicker? Add more ice, or use frozen peaches in place of fresh.
• Can I make it ahead? It is best fresh. You can keep it covered in the fridge for up to 24 hours, then shake or stir before drinking, since it will separate a little.
• How many calories are in this smoothie? Calories are not calculated for this recipe. Your protein powder and milk choice will make the biggest difference.

Peach and Apple Smoothie

Peach and apple smoothie made with three ripe peaches, a whole apple, carrots, coconut or almond milk and vanilla protein powder. It blends up creamy and thick in under a minute, with no added sugar.

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Ingredients

  

• 1 cup coconut or almond milk
• 1 scoop vanilla whey or vegan protein powder
• 1 cup baby carrots or 1 large carrot peeled
• 1 medium apple washed and cut in quarters (with core and seeds)
• 3 medium to large peaches peeled and seed removed
• 2 cups ice

Instructions

 

• Add ingredients in order listed above in Vitamix blender. Blend on high for 30 to 45 seconds until smooth.
• For thicker consistency, add more ice.

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