How to Make the Perfect Peanut Butter Jelly Smoothie
American · Easy · 5 min · 2 servings
This peanut butter jelly smoothie transforms the classic childhood sandwich into a creamy blended drink with rich peanut butter and sweet strawberry flavor. It is a satisfying high-protein peanut butter smoothie that makes a delicious and nostalgic breakfast or post-workout drink.
Why this recipe works
This Peanut Butter Jelly Smoothie recipe has been crafted to deliver restaurant-quality results in your home kitchen. At just 5 minutes from start to finish, it fits perfectly into a busy schedule without sacrificing flavor. Each serving comes in at 320 calories with 12g of protein, making it a balanced choice for any meal.
What you will need
This recipe uses 5 simple ingredients that you can find at any grocery store:
- 2 tablespoons creamy peanut butter
- 1 cup frozen strawberries
- 1 whole frozen banana
- 1 cup milk
- 1 tablespoon grape jelly or strawberry jam
Step by step instructions
Step 1: Add Liquid and Peanut Butter
Pour the milk into the blender first then add the peanut butter to help it blend smoothly without sticking to the sides.
Step 2: Add Fruit and Jelly
Add the frozen strawberries frozen banana and grape jelly or strawberry jam to the blender.
Step 3: Blend Until Smooth
Blend on high speed for 60 to 75 seconds until the smoothie is completely smooth and creamy with a beautiful pink and tan swirl.
Step 4: Serve and Enjoy
Pour into glasses and optionally drizzle a little extra peanut butter on top for a beautiful presentation and extra flavor.
Easy substitutions
Missing an ingredient? Here are some swaps that work perfectly:
- peanut butter → almond butter or sunflower seed butter for a nut-free peanut butter jelly smoothie alternative
- milk → oat milk for a dairy-free PBJ smoothie version
Common mistakes to avoid
Watch out for these pitfalls that can affect your results:
- Adding peanut butter last which causes it to stick to the blender walls and not fully incorporate
- Using too much peanut butter which overwhelms the fruit flavor and makes the smoothie too thick
Nutrition facts
Per serving: 320 calories, 12g protein, 40g carbs, 13g fat, 5g fiber.
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