This delicious no-yogurt peanut butter strawberry banana smoothie is quick, healthy, and made with just 4 simple ingredients – no added sugars required!

⏰ TIME: 6 mins | 🤑 COST: $4.66
🍓 4 INGREDIENTS

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I absolutely love making fresh fruit smoothies during the summer! They’re a deliciously easy way to pack in fruits for a quick breakfast or snack—and kids usually love them!

If you’re looking for a lighter smoothie recipe that’s made without yogurt, this strawberry banana peanut butter smoothie is going to be exactly what you’re looking for.

It’s creamy, fruity, and naturally sweet — without any added sugars! This smoothie is also incredibly simple and easy to make. You just need 4 ingredients and it’s ready to drink within 6 minutes!

It’s a very customizable recipe – you can skip the peanut butter, use dairy-free milk, or add other mix-ins like chia seeds or oats to make it even more filling. Heck, you could even use frozen fruits if you wanted to!

By the way, if you’re looking for even more fruit smoothies ideas for the summer, make sure to check out my roundup of 15 high protein smoothie recipes that are made with natural sources of protein and no protein powder added!

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Ingredients You’ll Need

Fresh or frozen strawberries – I used fresh strawberries for this recipe, but frozen strawberries will also work. Just note that frozen strawberries will give your smoothie a thicker consistency. Pick fresh strawberries that have a bright red hue to make sure they are ripe and sweet!
Ripe banana – The riper the banana, the sweeter your smoothie will be. Plus, ripe bananas tend to blend more easily into a smoothie. Frozen bananas should also work for this recipe, but I definitely recommend using a fresh banana when you can!
Peanut Butter – Since we are making this strawberry banana smoothie without yogurt, I added some peanut butter to make it a little bit more creamy. You can definitely skip the peanut butter if you prefer a nut-free smoothie, or you could use almond or sunflower seed butter instead.
Milk – I used 2% cow milk for this recipe, but you can use whole cow milk, almond milk, soy milk, or any other type of milk you prefer. The consistency and flavor of the smoothie may change slightly based on which type of milk you use.

substitution ideas

📌 Go dairy-free – use soy milk, almond milk, or oat milk instead of cow milk

📌 Go nut-free – skip the peanut butter, or use sunflower seed butter

📌 Use frozen fruit instead of fresh fruit, but just note that the smoothie will come out a little thicker when using frozen fruits

📌 Experiment with different fruits to change up the flavor! Blueberries, mango, pineapple, and peaches would all taste delicious in this recipe

Equipment You’ll Need

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Blender used: A personal-sized Nutribullet
Measuring cups & spoons: KitchenAid measuring cups & spoons

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Blender – you’ll need a high-speed blender to whip up these smoothies. I have a Nutribullet that I absolutely love, but a Vitamix or a Ninja blender are other highly rated blenders for making smoothies
Measuring cups & spoons – I’ve used many brands in the past, but by far my favorite has been the KitchenAid measuring cups & spoons. They come in a variety of bright colors and are very affordable. They’re made of sturdy materials that are durable and hold up for years.

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Step-By-Step Instructions for Making the Strawberry Banana Smoothie

1. Prep the fruits

Remove the green tops from the strawberries and discard. I personally like to cut my strawberries into little bite-sized cubes which makes it easier to blend and ensures there’s no large chunks in the smoothie. You can definitely just pop in whole or halved strawberries too!

Depending on the size of your strawberries, 1 cup chopped/diced strawberries = 2 cups whole strawberries.

I also cut up my banana into circle-shaped slices, but you put it in whole or halved.

If you’re using frozen fruits, I would recommend thawing it a little just to make it easier to blend.

2. Add the ingredients to the blender

Pour the milk in first followed by the strawberries, banana, and peanut butter. I recommend adding only 1/2 cup of milk at first. You can add more milk after step #3 if needed.

3. Blend until smooth

Blend on high until the smoothie is creamy and no chunks remain. This took me about 30-45 seconds in my Nutribullet since I pre-chopped my strawberries. It may take longer for frozen fruit or large chunks of fruits.

If your smoothie is too thick, you can add 1-2 tbsp of milk at a time until you hit your desired consistency.

4. Enjoy your smoothie!

Pour into a cup and enjoy! This smoothie is best when served immediately, but you can put it in the fridge for a few hours if you want to chill it or enjoy it later.

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Notes & Suggestions

Frozen vs. fresh fruit: You can use either one, but just note that the consistency of your smoothie will change depending on which one you use. Frozen fruits will make your smoothie thicker compared to fresh fruits. If you find that your smoothie is too thick, you can add more milk until the smoothie hits your desired consistency.
Adding other fruits: You can definitely add other fruits to this smoothie! Blueberries, mango, peach, and pineapple would all taste amazing and add some extra nutrients. You will likely have to add more milk to balance out the extra fruit.
Make it dairy-free: To make this smoothie completely dairy-free, you can use a plant-based milk like oat milk or almond milk.
Peanut-free option: If allergies are a concern, swap the peanut butter for sunflower seed butter or almond butter (if safe for your child). Or just skip the nut butter entirely, the smoothie will still taste delicious!
For extra creaminess: You can toss in a few slices of avocado — just be sure to blend well and add a little extra milk if needed!

Frequently Asked Questions

Most definitely yes! Homemade fruit smoothies in general are healthier than store-bought versions because you can control what exactly you put in there. Plus, since we’re using ripe fruits in this recipe, which are naturally sweet, you won’t need to add artificial sweeteners or table sugar!

Strawberries – great source of vitamin C, fiber, and antioxidants
Bananas – one of the best sources of potassium out there!
Milk – the base for this recipe, which adds protein and calcium. You could use dairy-free milk if you have an intolerance to dairy products
Peanut butter – excellent source of healthy fats and a dash of protein

Disclaimer: The information provided in this section is for general informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Always consult with your own doctor or your child’s pediatrician before making any changes to your diet or your child’s diet/feeding approach. Read the full disclaimer here.

🤑 The cost estimate for this recipe is about $4.66 for 2 smoothies which comes out to $2.33 per smoothie.

For babies: This recipe isn’t meant for kids < 1 years old since babies shouldn’t drink cow milk until they turn 1 years old.

For toddlers: This smoothie recipe is perfect as-is for toddlers! Just make sure that there are no large chunks of fruit before serving to younger toddlers.

Absolutely! Frozen fruit is going to be super refreshing on hot summer days! Just know that it will make your smoothie thick and creamy, so you may have to add more milk to thin out the smoothie.

Nope. This recipe is great even without the peanut butter. You could just skip it altogether or use almond butter or sunflower seed butter as a substitute.

Add a scoop of oats, chia seeds, or hemp seeds for extra fiber and calories. You could also add a scoop of protein powder if serving as a meal or snack for adults.

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No-Yogurt Strawberry Banana Peanut Butter Smoothie Recipe

Name: No-Yogurt Strawberry Banana Peanut Butter Smoothie Recipe
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 1 min
Total time: 6 min
Ingredients: 3/4 cup milk; 1 cup chopped strawberries (or about 2 cups whole/halved strawberries, fresh or frozen); 1/2 ripe banana; 1 tbsp creamy peanut butter

This yummy no-yogurt strawberry banana peanut butter smoothie is healthy, kid-friendly, and ready in minutes. Creamy, naturally sweet, and made with just 4 simple ingredients!

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Prep Time 5

Cook Time 1

Total Time 6

Course Breakfast, Drinks, Snack

Cuisine American

Servings 2 smoothies

Equipment

High-speed blender
Measuring cups
Measuring spoons
Knife & cutting board

Ingredients

3/4 cup milk
1 cup chopped strawberries or about 2 cups whole/halved strawberries, fresh or frozen
1/2 ripe banana
1 tbsp creamy peanut butter

Instructions

Remove the green tops from fresh strawberries. Dice the strawberries into bite-sized pieces if desired to make blending easier. You can halve your strawberries or put them in whole instead instead if you prefer. If using frozen strawberries, add them in whole.
Add 1/2 cup of milk into the blender.
Add strawberries, banana, and peanut butter into the blender.
Blend for about 30-60 seconds, or until it's smooth and no chunks remain. Add 1-2 tbsp of milk at a time until you reach your desired smoothie consistency.
Serve it in a cup and enjoy!

Notes

Frozen vs. fresh fruit: You can use either one, but just note that the consistency of your smoothie will change depending on which one you use. Frozen fruits will make your smoothie thicker compared to fresh fruits. If you find that your smoothie is too thick, you can add more milk until the smoothie hits your desired consistency.

Adding other fruits: You can definitely add other fruits to this smoothie! Blueberries, mango, peach, and pineapple would all taste amazing and add some extra nutrients. You will likely have to add more milk to balance out the extra fruit.

Make it dairy-free: To make this smoothie completely dairy-free, you can use a plant-based milk like oat milk or almond milk.

Peanut-free option: If allergies are a concern, swap the peanut butter for sunflower seed butter or almond butter (if safe for your child). Or just skip the nut butter entirely, the smoothie will still taste delicious!

For extra creaminess: You can toss in a few slices of avocado — just be sure to blend well and add a little extra milk if needed!

Keyword 4-Ingredient Recipe, Breakfast Recipes, Quick Recipes, Smoothies, Snack Recipes, Strawberry Banana, Toddler Recipes, Vegetarian

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