This Easy Peanut Butter Banana Oats Smoothie recipe is a delicious and simple way to enjoy a quick, easy breakfast while gaining awesome health benefits from the simple ingredients that marry so well together, creating a powerful kick of flavor. This smoothie is the perfect meal option for the entire family. All Vegan ingredients. Nut-free and Gluten-free options available.
1cupAlmond milk(I use Califia Farms; You can use your fave plant-based milk!)
1/3cupRolled oats, gluten-free if preferred!(I use Bob's Red Mill)
2-3Tbspspeanut butter, Vegan-approved!(I use Earth Balance)
1tspvanilla extract
1tspground flaxseed meal
1/2tspground turmeric(See Notes!)
1-2Ice cubes, if needed!
Instructions
Add all ingredients to a high-powered blender (adding the frozen bananas, then the rest following) and blend until smooth.
Adjust the amount of milk, depending on desired consistency, adding 1 Tbsp more at a time, if needed.
To serve—grab one or two prepared glass(es) and pour smoothie into each and grabbing a straw. Top with banana slices and a dollop of peanut butter.
Sip and enjoy!
Notes
STORAGE: Store any leftovers in the refrigerator, tightly sealed or in a covered mason jar, ensuring that you drink it within the same day for best taste and consistency.NUT BUTTER: If preferred, you can always substitute peanut butter with Almond butter, SunButter (perfect for allergy-free needs!), Tahini (Sesame Seed Butter), Hazelnut Butter, etc.SWEETENER: Instead of using maple syrup or Agave, you can ensure that Bananas are well ripened to create more of a sweetness.TURMERIC: While adding turmeric is optional, it definitely has benefits: powerful medicinal properties, natural anti-inflammatory ingredient, increases antioxidant activity in the body, and more.FROZEN BANANAS: After peeling + slicing bananas, be sure to store them in a freezer-friendly zip loc or container and freeze for about 2-3 hours (minimum); the longer the better.