Healthy 5 Ingredient Peach Cobbler Protein Shake Recipe: Healthy 5 Ingredient Peach Cobbler Protein Shake Recipe

Healthy 5 Ingredient Peach Cobbler Protein Shake Recipe: Healthy 5 Ingredient Peach Cobbler Protein Shake Recipe

Health and Easy 5 Ingredient Peach Cobbler Protein Shake

This shake recipe is inspired by Peach crisps, cobblers, and crumbles. I love fruit crisps, cobblers, and crumble but sometimes I just want a healthier version, you know? Oh, and high protein to keep me fuller for longer!

I especially love this healthy peach cobbler smoothie when it is peach season! Fresh fruit smoothies are THE BEST with seasonal produce.

Moreover, this shake is gluten-free, healthy, and can be made 100% plant-based. Whether you call this a peach smoothie or a protein peach cobbler shake, it is delicious, full of healthy fats and protein, and a great way to ensure a balanced diet.

Three peach cobbler protein shakes with one in front and the other two raised on a wooden serving board behind. All garnished with whipped cream, shortbread cookies, caramel, and a straw.

Why You Will Love Making This Peach Cobbler Protein Smoothie

This peachy-inspired shake is decadent yet comforting and easy! It is a delicious summer dessert and loaded with nutrition!

Best of all, this simple recipe is super easy.

Just throw all the ingredients into a blender and you have a delicious and nutritious protein smoothie in minutes.

Ingredients In This Peach Smoothie Recipe

  • Fruit: Peaches & Bananas. Peaches are the star ingredient of this shake. I find that frozen fruit works best. But, no need to purchase frozen fruit from the grocery store, just freeze your own fresh peaches when they are in season!
  • Liquid: I prefer Soy Milk but you can use almond milk, cow’s milk, or any other milk you prefer or have on hand. If using dairy and you are looking for a lower fat “healthier option” you can use skim milk.
  • Nut Butter: Cashew Butter. It’s a 50/50 shot on whether I’ll use cashew or almond butter in a smoothie. It all depends on the flavors I am going for. For my Peach Cobbler Shake, I chose cashew butter because it’s nutty, buttery, and rich with creaminess. It’s no wonder vegan bakers use cashews in so many desserts!
  • Sweetener: Dates. The only “added sugar” in this smoothie comes in the form of Medjool Dates. A wonderful concentrated sugary fruit, I love using Medjool Dates in many smoothie creations.

Interested in learning more about dates? Check out my Strawberry Banana Smoothie Recipe recipe. In my Sharper Nutrition Fix, I discuss the nutritional benefits of dates!

  • Optional additional flavors: Vanilla Extract, a pinch of cinnamon, or more sweetener of choice such as dates or brown sugar.
  • Protein Supplement: I choose a whey protein powder for taste. Option to use a vegan protein powder.

For this recipe, I recommend vanilla protein unflavored protein powders. I often use creamy vanilla protein powder for extra flavor and its a healthy way to bump up the protein in your diet. This is especially delicious and hydrating as a post-workout shake.

My Favorite Protein Supplements

I have no affiliation with these protein supplement companies. I just love the taste and they are more tightly regulated compared to some other supplements on the market!

Three Peach Cobbler Shakes on a marble counter

Step By Step Instructions

Prepare Ingredients

Gather all the ingredients listed above.

Combine Ingredients

In a high speed blender, combine smoothie ingredients including the soy milk, vanilla protein powder, frozen peaches, nut butter, dates, and any other flavorings you choose like cinnamon or vanilla extract.

Blend the ingredients until the peach is fully incorporated and the mixture is smooth.

Adjust taste and consistency

If the shake is too thick, you can add more soy milk to achieve your desired consistency.

Want a colder shake? You can also add a few ice cubes and blend again until smooth.

For a sweeter shake, add more dates, date sugar, or other sweetener of choice.

Garnish This Protein Shake

Optionally, garnish with sliced peaches, shortbread cookies, graham cracker crumbles, a pinch of cinnamon, a sprinkle of cacao nibs, or a dollop of whipped cream.

Protein Shake Notes

Feel free to customize this recipe by adjusting the sweetness level with additional sweeteners like honey or maple syrup, if desired.

You can also experiment with different spices such as ginger or cardamom for added flavor complexity.

Peach Cobbler Protein Shake with caramel drizzle whipped cream, and shortbread cookies as a garnish.

FAQs (Ask a Dietitian!)

What can I put in my smoothie for protein?

Many ingredients work well to boost the protein content in your smoothie. Some of my favorites include protein powder, Greek yogurt, silken tofu, cottage cheese, nut butter, seeds, and milk or plant-based milk.

Do peaches (or any other frozen fruits) lose nutrients when frozen?

Not really, no. Actually, some research shows that frozen fruits and vegetables might have more nutrients when compared to fresh ones.

Benefits of freezing fruits like peaches include minimal nutrient loss, retention of antioxidants, preservation of fiber, convenience, and versatility, and they make for super thick and creamy smoothies!

Are nectarines peaches?

Yes, nectarines are essentially a type of peach, both belonging to the same species, Prunus persica.

Among the three types of peaches, Freestone, Clingstone, and semi-clingstone, there are thousands of different varietals. From Harko to Harbelle to Canadian Harmony Peaches, each peach has its own delicious texture, flavor, and appearance.

Nectarines are sweet, with juicy flesh, and lack the fuzz on the fruit surface.

Three peach cobbler protein shakes with one in front and the other two raised on a wooden serving board behind. All garnished with whipped cream, shortbread cookies, caramel, and a straw.

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5 Ingredient Peach Cobbler Protein Shake

Sarah Harper MS, RD, LDN
This Peach Cobbler Protein Shake is so decadent and full of nutrition. Eat this shake as a sweet treat or as a great way to start your day.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Course Breakfast, Dessert, Snack
Cuisine American
Servings 2 servings
Calories 293 kcal

Equipment

  • Blender

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup unsweetened soy milk or other milk of choice
  • 1 cup frozen diced peaches
  • 2 tbsp cashew butter or almond butter
  • 2 dates
  • ½ cup vanilla protein powder or 1-2 scoops
  • optional: 1/2 tsp vanilla protein powder, 1/4 tsp cinnamon, additional sweetener of choice

Instructions
 

Prepare Ingredients

  • Gather all the ingredients listed above.

Blend

  • In a blender, combine the soy milk, vanilla protein powder, frozen peaches, nut butter, dates, and any other flavorings you choose like cinnamon or vanilla extract.
  • Blend the ingredients until the peach is fully incorporated and the mixture is smooth.

Adjust taste and consistency

  • If the shake is too thick, you can add more soy milk to achieve your desired consistency.
  • For a colder shake, you can also add a few ice cubes and blend again until smooth.
  • For a sweeter shake, add more dates, date sugar, or another sweetener of choice.

Garnish

  • Optionally, garnish with sliced peaches, shortbread cookies, a sprinkle of cinnamon, or a dollop of whipped cream.

Notes

Additional protein add-ins include Greek yogurt, silken tofu, cottage cheese, or seeds!
You can also experiment with different spices such as ginger or cardamom for added flavor complexity.

Nutrition

Calories: 293kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 25gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 55mgSodium: 127mgPotassium: 487mgFiber: 3gSugar: 13gVitamin A: 503IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 302mgIron: 2mg
Keyword 5-ingredient, blender, protein
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High Protein Mocha Madness Smoothie: A Copycat Recipe

High Protein Mocha Madness Smoothie: A Copycat Recipe

Mocha Madness a Tropical Smoothie Café Copycat Recipe

Check out my copycat version of a Mocha Madness Smoothie. This is a delicious, easy, and healthy coffee smoothie recipe. The combination of bananas, mocha, and cocoa powder make for a great smoothie that does not take long to make!

In this article, I will guide you through the ins and outs of this recipe including why you will love it,  ingredients, how to make this smoothie, and some nutritional information about why I choose to enjoy smoothies almost daily.

Almond-Joy-Smoothie-Perspective

 

Ingredients in This Mocha Smoothie Recipe

 

This Mocha Madness recipe has simple ingredients and it doubles as a mocha madness protein shake because of the addition of protein powder.

Soy Milk: You could also use a plant-based milk like almond milk, oat milk, or coconut milk.

Bananas: I prefer frozen ripe banana chunks for a super creamy texture

Dates: If you do not have dates, maple syrup will work!

Cocoa Powder: this aids in the rich chocolate flavor

Mocha Protein Powder: I enjoy Earth Fed Muscle Magic Beans

Optional Ingredients: non-fat yogurt (for extra protein and creaminess), Vanilla Extract, Chia Seeds, chocolate shavings, chocolate chips

For more coffee flavor you can swap half the soy milk for coffee or add in some espresso powder or instant coffee.

 

Ingredients for a Smoothie with bananas, nut butters, cocoa powder, protein powder, dates, and nuts

How To A Make Mocha Madness Smoothie Recipe

Making Mocha Madness Smoothies are super simple and easy!

First, Add the ingredients to a high-speed blender, starting with liquids.

Then, blend until smooth! That’s it!

For a quick cleanup, rinse the blender immediately after making your smoothie. This step prevents the smoothie residue from drying and sticking to your blender.

What To Do With Leftovers?!

 

Got leftovers? Add them to an ice cube tray! You can add those smoothie cubes into your next coffee smoothie creation or make a homemade ice cream!

 

 

A chocolate brown smoothies in a mason jar rimmed with chocolate, toasted coconut, and chopped almonds

Why I drink Protein Smoothies or Shakes Almost Daily

Previously, I was training for the Willamette Valley Marathon in Salem, OR. Adequate nutrition is crucial for my marathon training. I still train for various races in the Pacific Northwest and smoothies are a vital part of my training and nutrition regimen. 

I supplement my diet with protein smoothies to ensure that I am meeting my daily protein needs. Additionally, my smoothies provide a great source of nutrition (carbohydrates, fluids) after my workouts. 

Listed below, are four reasons why supplementing my diet with protein smoothies helps achieve my fitness goals.

Energy – Adequate nutrition helps to improve energy and performance during endurance exercise. Marathon training requires a significant amount of energy. A typical long run can burn 1000 to 2000 calories.

Recovery – Adequate nutrition (especially protein) helps with the recovery and repair of tissues and muscles. What’s more, proper nutrition assists with the synthesis of the body’s molecules essential for recovery. This protein smoothie helps me meet my grams of protein goals for the day.

Injury prevention – Nutrition plays an important role in injury prevention. Consuming sufficient nutrients aids in maintaining bone health, connective tissue strength, and joint integrity, thus reducing the risk of overuse injuries.

Hydration – Proper hydration is crucial for optimal performance and overall health. Smoothies are full of hydrating ingredients that help our bodies function properly. Smoothies can prevent cramping, help maintain body temp & fluid balance, and assist in the removal of waste products.

 

Deep brown smoothie on a plate with toasted nuts

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Below are a few other smoothie recipes you may enjoy!

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High Protein Mocha Madness Smoothie

Sarah Harper MS, RD, LDN
This Mocha Madness Smoothie has just 4 ingredients!
Prep Time 10 minutes
Course Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine American
Servings 1 servings
Calories 404 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 Blender
  • measuring cups and spoons

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cups unflavored soy milk
  • 1 frozen Banana
  • 4 tbsp mocha protein powder
  • 1 tbsp cocoa powder
  • optional dates

Glass Garnish

  • toasted coconut flakes, almonds and melted chocolate

Instructions
 

  • Add the ingredients to a blender, starting with liquids.
  • Blend until smooth.

Notes

Nutrition information will vary based on ingredients used. This is especially significant with the brand and type of protein powder used. 

Nutrition

Calories: 404kcalCarbohydrates: 51gProtein: 42gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 66mgSodium: 351mgPotassium: 1259mgFiber: 14gSugar: 22gVitamin A: 1003IUVitamin C: 27mgCalcium: 721mgIron: 2mg
Keyword plant based, smoothie, vegan, vegetarian
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Healthy Peanut Butter Cup Tropical Smoothie Cafe Copycat

Healthy Peanut Butter Cup Tropical Smoothie Cafe Copycat

The Best Peanut Butter Cup Tropical Smoothie Cafe Copycat

This Peanut Butter Cup Tropical Smoothie Cafe Copycat is a delicious addition to your smoothie repertoire. This recipe is vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free, healthy, has no added sugar, and is delicious!

Chocolate Peanut Butter flavors are a magical combination. The contrasting flavors of the rich sweet chocolate combined with the nutty creamy peanut butter make for an all-star smoothie recipe.

“Disclosure: Some of the links in this post are affiliate links. This means if you click on the link and purchase the item, we may receive an affiliate commission at no extra cost to you.”

 

Peanut Butter Cup Tropical Smoothie Cafe Copy Cat straight on shot of the smoothie in a glass with a banana garnish and a peanut butter cocoa powder rim

Why You Should Make This Recipe

 

Preparing this smoothie from scratch is more economical than buying it from the cafe. Plus this smoothie incorporates frozen bananas, and I love to save money and food waste by taking very ripe bananas and freezing them for smoothies and baked goods before they go bad.

This recipe is also very customizable. You can increase the sweetness, chocolate, peanut butter, and protein to your desired taste.

Lastly, this recipe is a convenient breakfast or snack. Just throw all the ingredients into a blender, blend, pour, and go! I love this as a quick breakfast or a quick post-workout shake!

 

Top down of peanut butter cup tropical smoothie cafe copycat. Peanut butter in a spoon and cocoa powder are spilling onto the table to the left of the smoothie. To the top right of the smoothie are banana slices.

Tools Needs For This Recipe

A high-speed blender is highly suggested for this recipe. They make for the creamiest smoothies!

I use a Vitamix for all my smoothie recipes!

A blender with a bright purple berry rhubarb smoothie in it just after blending

Ingredients in This Easy Copycat and Popular Smoothie Recipe

Below are the ingredients in my variation of a Peanut Butter Cup Smoothie.

Frozen Banana – I prefer to use ripe frozen banana chunks in my smoothies. The ripe frozen banana chunks make the smoothie naturally sweet and oh so creamy

Peanut Butter – Try My Vanilla Cinnamon Peanut Butter in this smoothie! Other nut butters work well too if you do not have peanut butter. You could call it an Almond Butter Cup Smoothie!

Unsweetened Soy Milk – Choose your favorite type of milk, another plant-based milk such as almond milk, coconut milk, oat milk works well. Cows milk is a regular dairy milk option.

Cocoa Powder – for all the chocolate flavors!

Chocolate Protein Powder – I prefer chocolate whey protein powder however there are plant-based, vegan protein powder options that work too.

Optional: Dates, Greek Yogurt, or a scoop of my Homemade Date Caramel or other nut butters

Garnishes: Peanut butter cups, a drizzle of peanut butter, cocoa powder, or even peanut butter cookies To keep this a vegan smoothie use a plant-based protein powder, plant based milk, and omit any other animal products you might think to add in such as honey, cottage cheese, or yogurt.

 

Chocolate Peanut Butter Smoothie with peanut butter cup, peanut butter on a spoon, cocoa powder, and bananas in a bowl as props.

Step – By Step Instructions for Peanut Butter Cup Smoothie

Below are the step by step instructions on how to make this tropical smoothie peanut butter cup recipe.

Prepare Banana: Peel a ripe banana, slice it into chunks, and freeze the banana chunks for at least 2 hours or overnight.

Blend Ingredients: In a blender, combine the frozen banana chunks, peanut butter, soy milk, cocoa powder, chocolate protein powder, date or maple syrup (if using), and vanilla extract.

**Add ice cubes, more protein powder, or non-fat Greek yogurt if you prefer a thicker consistency.

Blend Until Smooth: In a high speed blender, blend the ingredients until you have a creamy consistency. If the smoothie is too thick, you can add more soy milk until you reach your desired consistency.

Taste and Adjust: Taste the smoothie and adjust the sweetness by adding another date or even maple syrup if needed. My your own personalized tasty smoothie based on your taste buds.

Serve: Option to garnish the glass with a peanut butter rum, and a dusting of cocoa powder.

 

Dark Brown Peanut Butter Chocolate Smoothie with peanut butter cocoa powder rim. The props show the healthy ingredients used in the smoothie

FAQ about Peanut Butter Cup Smoothies (Ask a Dietitian!)

How many calories are in a peanut butter cup smoothie?

These homemade smoothies have approximately 400 kcal per serving.

Are peanut butter smoothies good for you?

Peanut butter smoothies are good for you! This healthy smoothie recipe has carbohydrates, fiber, protein, and healthy fats that contribute to a balanced diet. Like any food, portion sizes are important, this is a high-calorie beverage and should be consumed with intention.

What is the healthiest thing to get at Tropical Smoothie?

The Detox Island Green Smoothie is loaded with nutritious ingredients, however, choosing the healthiest smoothie option depends on the consumer’s individualized health goals.

Detox Island Green Smoothie – coming soon!

 

Peanut Butter Cup Tropical Smoothie Cafe Copy Cat straight on shot of the smoothie in a glass with a banana garnish and a peanut butter cocoa powder rim

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High Protein Peanut Butter Cup Tropical Smoothie Cafe Copycat

Sarah Harper MS, RD, LDN
This Peanut Butter Cup Tropical Smoothie Cafe Copycat is more economical and healthier than purchasing it from the Cafe!
Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Course Breakfast, Dessert, Snack
Cuisine American
Servings 2 servings
Calories 346 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 Blender

Ingredients
  

  • 2 ripe bananas, frozen
  • 2 tbsp peanut butter
  • 2 cups unsweetened soy milk see note
  • 1/4 cup chocolate whey protein powder see note
  • 1 tbsp cocoa powder
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

optional

  • add 1-2 dates or 1-2 tbsp maple syrup to taste

Instructions
 

Prepare Banana

  • Peel a ripe banana, slice it into chunks, and freeze the banana chunks for at least 2 hours or overnight.

Blend Ingredients

  • In a blender, combine the frozen banana chunks, peanut butter, soy milk, cocoa powder, chocolate protein powder, date or maple syrup (if using), and vanilla extract.
  • Add ice cubes, Greek yogurt, or additional protein powder if you prefer a thicker consistency.

Blend Until Smooth

  • Blend the ingredients until smooth and creamy. If the smoothie is too thick, you can add more soy milk until you reach your desired consistency.

Taste and Adjust

  • Taste the smoothie and adjust the sweetness by adding another date or maple syrup if needed.

Serve

  • Option to garnish the glass with a peanut butter rum, a dusting of cocoa powder.

Notes

Nutrition information may vary depending on the ingredients used.
Soy Milk - use your favorite milk however soy milk and cows milk have higher amounts of protein compared to other plant milks such as almond, oat, and cashew milks.
Protein Powder - use your favorite chocolate or chocolate peanut butter protein powder. I enjoy Legion and Earth Fed Muscle. You can use unflavored protein powder or vanilla protein powders in a pinch.

Nutrition

Calories: 346kcalCarbohydrates: 38gProtein: 24gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 23mgSodium: 181mgPotassium: 886mgFiber: 6gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 615IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 363mgIron: 3mg
Keyword smoothie
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Healthy Peanut Paradise Tropical Smoothie Café Copycat

Healthy Peanut Paradise Tropical Smoothie Café Copycat

Peanut Paradise Tropical Smoothie Café Copycat

Enjoy this Peanut Paradise Tropical Smoothie Copycat recipe anytime! I love this popular smoothie recipe because it is:

  • Simple to make
  • Contains easy ingredients
  • Super nutritious
  • A quick breakfast
  • Pleases my taste buds

 

This smoothie is a delicious and less expensive version of Tropical Smoothie Cafe’s Peanut Paradise Smoothie. It is just as good, if not better.

Let’s dive into why I made this smoothie, the ingredients, how to make it, and some frequently asked questions!

 

Straight on shot of two peanut paradise tropical smoothie cafe copycat smoothies with a blue backdrop.

Why I Made This Recipe

I drink a lot of protein-fortified smoothies while training for marathons and half marathons. These protein shakes ensure I am achieving my protein goals week by week.

Smoothies are a quick and easy way for me to get the essential nutrients I need to ensure adequate nutrition while I train.

Ingredients in This Tropical Smoothie Recipe

Milk: Chose the type of milk based on your preferences. I enjoy soy milk. However, dairy-free options include coconut milk, almond milk, or option to use cow’s milk..

Ripe Bananas: I prefer to use frozen banana chunks for creamy texture smoothies.

Creamy Peanut butter: Option to use chunky or smooth. This is an essential flavor in this smoothie and provides a dose of healthy fats. If you don’t have peanut butter you can create another easy recipe variation with nut butters.

Non-fat Greek Yogurt: I usually have unflavored, Greek Yogurt in my fridge. I like to add this for boost of extra protein and thickness If keeping this smoothie vegan, the option to omit the yogurt and swap for plant-based milk or yogurt.

Vanilla: Vanilla Extract for extra flavor

Optional: Vanilla protein powder ( chocolate protein powder will work too)

Dates: Feel free to use more or less dates based on your sweetness preference. I like to limit the added sweetness to my smoothies and adding dates allows me to eliminate added sugar in my smoothie recipes. If you want an even sweeter smoothie or don’t have dates on hand, maple syrup works well.

Optional – Ice cubes: I say ice cubes are optional because I don’t usually use them. The frozen bananas and yogurt keep this smoothie thick and flavorful.

 

Top down of two peanut butter smoothies with a date caramel rim and a garnish of a sliced banana

 

How to Make This Smoothie

Add Ingredients

Starting with the Milk, add all ingredients to a blender.

Blend

In a high-speed blender, blend the ingredients on high speed until you achieve a smooth and creamy consistency. Taste the smoothie and adjust the flavors to taste. I.e. add more peanut butter 1 tsp at a time, vanilla, or dates for sweetness. This ensures you have a tasty smoothie suited to your preferences.

Serve and Garnish

Once you are satisfied with the taste and consistency, pour your smoothie into a glass. Garnish with date caramel, crushed peanuts, whipped cream, a sprinkle of turbinado sugar, or warmed peanut butter drizzle. Enjoy!

Note: Other Add-ins include flax meal, collagen powder, or chia seeds. This smoothie is best consumed day of but if you do have leftover smoothie, you can freeze it in ice cube trays to add to your next peanut butter smoothie creation! This smoothie is very similar to my variation of Peanut Butter Cup Smoothie recipe, another delicious drink with cocoa powder and chocolate protein powder for chocolatey goodness!

 

Close up image of the date caramel rim and sliced banana garnish on the peanut paradise tropical smoothie cafe copy cat smoothie

 

FAQ about Peanut Paradise Smoothie (Ask a Dietitian!)

What is in a peanut paradise at Tropical Smoothie?

Typically this smoothie has Peanut butter, bananas, yogurt, milk, and ice. My version of this recipe incorporates dates, vanilla extract, and protein powder too!

Is Peanut Paradise Tropical Smoothie healthy?

Yes, A peanut paradise tropical smoothie is healthy! It is always important to consider portion sizes, added sugars, and ingredients customized based on an individual’s nutrition needs, allergies, and intolerances.

How many calories are in the Peanut Paradise Smoothie from Tropical Smoothie Café?

Supposedly, the Peanut Paradise smoothie from Tropical Smoothie Café has 600 to 700 calories in a 24-ounce smoothie.

My variation of this smoothie includes 366 calories per serving and 21g of protein. The beauty about making your copycat smoothies from home is you can customize the ingredients to exactly what you want. Not only is the smoothie super delicious but it is also way less expensive to make the smoothie from home!

 

Peanut Paradise Tropical Smoothie Cafe Copycat, one smoothie in focus, one smoothie in the background and sitting overtop 2 blue coasters, peanut butter and date caramel on spoons in the foreground with fresh sliced bananas.

 

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Peanut Paradise Tropical Smoothie Cafe Copycat, one smoothie in focus, one smoothie in the background and sitting overtop 2 blue coasters, peanut butter and date caramel on spoons in the foreground with fresh sliced bananas.

Peanut Paradise Tropical Smoothie (Copycat)

Sarah Harper MS, RD, LDN
This Peanut Paradise Tropical Smoothie Café copycat is creamy, nutty, healthy, and delicious.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Course Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine American
Servings 2 serving
Calories 366 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 Blender

Ingredients
  

  • 1/2 cup unflavored soymilk or other milk of choice
  • 1 frozen banana
  • 1/4 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 1/4 cup Greek yogurt
  • 2 tbsp vanilla protein powder
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 dates

Instructions
 

Add Ingredients

  • Starting with the Milk, add all ingredients to a blender.

Blend

  • Blend the ingredients on high until you achieve a smooth and creamy consistency. Taste the smoothie and adjust the flavors to taste. I.e. add more peanut butter 1 tsp at a time, vanilla, or dates for sweetness.

Serve and Garnish

  • Once you are satisfied with the taste and consistency, pour your smoothie into a glass. Garnish with date caramel, crushed peanuts, whipped cream, or warmed peanut butter drizzle. Enjoy!

Notes

Other Add-ins include flax meal, collagen powder, or chia seeds. 

Nutrition

Calories: 366kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 21gFat: 19gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 214mgPotassium: 618mgFiber: 4gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 271IUVitamin C: 9mgCalcium: 204mgIron: 1mg
Keyword smoothie
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The Best RumChata Snickerdoodle Martini Recipe

The Best RumChata Snickerdoodle Martini Recipe

The Best RumChata Snickerdoodle Martini Recipe

National Martini Day has come and gone, June 19th, but that doesn’t mean I can’t show off this Snickerdoodle Martini.

I recently discovered the Whole Foods Market near my house makes phenomenal Snickerdoodle cookies in their bakery. So, I was feeling a little inspired! I even used them as a prop for the photo shoot.

If there is one thing I enjoy more than a good cookie, it might be a delicious martini. So, let’s talk about this Snickerdoodle Martini and why tastes heavenly.

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snickerdoodle martini with a creamy foam topping, a cinnamon stick garnish, and snickerdoodle cookies surrounding the cocktail.

 

Why You Will Love Making This Martini Recipe

As you may already know, I love to cook. But did you know I love a dessert martini? From Chocolate Martinis to Espresso Martinis to Tiramisu Martinis I love the sweet decadence in a martini glass. 

Some martini recipes require a bit of skill whereas other recipes, like this RumChata Snickerdoodle recipe do not! All you need to to gather the three ingredients with a bit of ice, pour them in a shaker, and you are done. If you are feeling fancy, pour it into a fancy glass and add some of your favorite garnishes and that is it!

Now, let’s review the tools and ingredients needed for this recipe as well as how to make it!

 

two snickerdoodle martinis with snickerdoodle cookies as garnish. The ingredients in the background, vanilla vodka, rumchata, and white chocolate liquor.

 

Tools

RumChata Snickerdoodle Martini Ingredients

RumChata: RumChata is a creamy cinnamon vanilla rum liquor. This is the base for this cinnamon sugar-based cookie.

White Chocolate Liquor: White Chocolate Liquor is the secret ingredient. This is what gives the martini that decadence and dessert flavor that will make your taste buds smile. I like to use Godiva white chocolate liquor. 

Vanilla Vodka: Adding Vanilla Vodka is akin to adding vanilla extract to a recipe. It adds that little umph the martini needs.

Ice: Ice for shaking or stirring, we are not picky here! Let’s cool it all down while also thinning with some of that icy cool water.

 

 

Garnishes 

Whipped Cream: the perfect topper for this decadence.

Cinnamon Sugar: A pop of browns on the whipped cream gives the martini that classic snickerdoodle look. I used date sugar, which happens to be the perfect color!

Snickerdoodle Cookies

 

 

How to Make this Snickerdoodle Martini

Prepare the Martini

Fill a cocktail shaker with ice and the martini ingredients.

Shake

Close the shaker and shake vigorously for about 10 seconds to chill and mix the ingredients.

Strain & Serve

Strain the mixture into martini glasses.

Serve with a Snickerdoodle cookie garnish, whipped cream, a cinnamon stick, or a sprinkle of cinnamon sugar.

 

two snickerdoodle martinis with snickerdoodle cookies as garnish. The ingredients in the background, vanilla vodka, rumchata, and white chocolate liquor.

 

Sharper Nutrition Fix: Rum Chata History

Did you know the iconic RumChata Liquor has been manufactured in Wisconsin since 2009? This liquor was created to taste like a mixture of rum and horchata. So, here are several trivia facts about the lovely RumChata.

  • Per Thrillist, RumChata was the world’s first rum-based cream liquor!
  • RumChata does not need to be refrigerated and a 1.5oz serving has 140 calories.
  • Another famous RumChata creation is the Cinnamon Toast Crunch shot. Mix RumChata and fireball whisky.
  • Horchata: a milky beverage made from ground almonds, tiger nuts, or rice.

 

 

More Sweet Recipes You Will Love

If you like boozy beverages try this Frozen Strawberry Margarita.

Prefer non-boozy? This Sour Fizzy is delish! It’s refreshing, hydrating, and fun! Or try Healthy Berry Bliss Tropical Smoothie Copycat Recipe.

Strawberry Smoothie Bowl [Vegan and High Protein] – A delicious and nutritious sweet breakfast.

snickerdoodle martini with a creamy foam topping, a cinnamon stick garnish, and snickerdoodle cookies surrounding the cocktail.

RumChata Snickerdoodle Martini

Sarah Harper MS, RD, LDN
Have a Snickerdoodle Martini! This martini is sweet, creamy and absolutely scrumptious. Be sure to garnish with whipped cream and cinnamon sugar to give the martini an extra special touch.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Course Drinks
Cuisine American
Servings 2 servings
Calories 260 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 cocktail shaker
  • 2 Martini glasses

Ingredients
  

Martini

  • 1 cup Ice
  • 3 oz RumChata
  • 1.5 oz White Chocolate Liquor
  • 0.75 oz Vanilla Vodka

Garnish

  • 1/2 cup Whipped Cream see notes
  • 1 tsp Cinnamon sugar

Instructions
 

Prepare the Martini

  • Fill a cocktail shaker with ice and the martini ingredients. 

Shake

  • Close the shaker and shake vigorously for about 10 seconds to chill and mix the ingredients. 

Strain & Serve

  • Strain the mixture into martini glasses. 
    Serve with a snickerdoodle cookie garnish, whipped cream, a cinnamon stick, or a sprinkle of cinnamon sugar. 

Nutrition

Calories: 260kcalCarbohydrates: 26gProtein: 1gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 21mgSodium: 32mgPotassium: 34mgSugar: 19gVitamin A: 103IUCalcium: 19mgIron: 0.01mg
Keyword 5-ingredient
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Original article published 08/02/2022

How To Make Panera Strawberry Banana Smoothie Recipe

How To Make Panera Strawberry Banana Smoothie Recipe

Panera Strawberry Banana Smoothie Copycat Recipe

This Strawberry Banana Smoothie tastes like a Panera Smoothie! This recipe is perfect for those chaotic mornings when you need something quick and portable for “on-the-go” breakfast. Rather than skip breakfast, grab a couple of yummy breakfast cookies, or better yet, whip up a smoothie like this Panera Copycat.

Smoothies are a great way to get your daily servings of fruits and veggies while also being a busy bee. From leaving for work extra early to prepare for that presentation, to dropping the kids off at school, to hitting up the gym at 5 am before you tackle your day, let’s face it, sitting down and enjoying breakfast just isn’t realistic. But when you do have time, this recipe can be enjoyed when you can mindfully savor every lick, sip, and slurp.

Panera Strawberry Banana Smoothie Recipe Copycat in two short glasses with a strawberry garnish and spring flowers props

How To Make a Panera Bread Strawberry Banana Smoothie Recipe

 Making your very own Panera Strawberry Banana Smoothie at home is easy! Let’s start with the ingredients.

Fruit: Strawberries & Bananas

For this recipe, I chose frozen strawberries and bananas. You could also use strawberry puree, or fresh strawberries and bananas in this recipe. I prefer to use frozen fruit so I do not need any ice. 

Make this a Panera Strawberry Smoothie by omitting the bananas or a Peanut Butter Banana Smoothie by omitting the strawberries and adding a spoonful of peanut butter! Note, that the nutrition facts for your smoothie will change depending on what fruits and ingredients you use. 

Liquid: Milk of Choice 

My milk of choice is soy milk for its flavor and nutritional value. You could use almond milk, oat milk, coconut milk, or cow’s milk in this fruit smoothie recipe. 

Sweetness: Dates 

This sticky & sweet dried fruit is my go-to sweet addition to my smoothies. At times, I might even use date syrup. Some other sweet choices include maple syrup, honey, or (my gosh) refined sugar. My sweetener choice is based on the flavor profile of the smoothie but also my mood! 

Example: I might use maple syrup in a banana oatmeal smoothie to give it an extra “breakfasty” taste. 

Fat: Nut Butter or Fat Plain Greek Yogurt

Fat is essential for my creamy smoothiesHave you ever made a smoothie and it was all foam?! I have, and there is nothing I despise more (being a little dramatic here but it really is disappointing). 

There are a few explanations for the foam (which I will definitely be diving into in a future blog post) but I stick to one rule to prevent foam and ensure creaminess, always add fat. Insoluble fiber does not dissolve in water and is often the culprit of foaminess. Insoluble fiber can be found in many fruits and vegetables that we put in our smoothies. 

Adding fat is one of my best tips to prevent the fiber from foaming up! But really, I also love the taste and satiation the added fat brings!

Some other fats that are excellent in a healthy smoothie include:

  • Whole milk, which also functions as a liquid
  • Avocado, which is especially delicious when combined with blueberries
  • Full-fat plain Greek yogurt
  • Nuts and/or seed butter. One of my favorite nut/seed butter to use is Almond. I just love the taste of almond butter in a smoothie, especially when paired with almond extract. It is the perfect subtle flavor that has the taster going, hmmmmm yummy, that’s so good, what is that flavor I am tasting?!

Other add-ins: Protein Powder or Collagen Powder

I like to add protein powder to most of my smoothies. The added protein keeps me satisfied and helps me meet my protein needs for the day! One of my favorite delicious breakfast hacks is to include at least 30g of protein in my healthy breakfast meal!

To help me keep track of my protein I use the food diary also known as MyFitnessPal exercise tracker (in my opinion the best macro tracking app). It helps me stay on top of the grams of protein I am consuming throughout the week. Plus, it’s free!

Top down of smoothie ingredients. In the photo include banana, a blender container with milk and berries visible, and a small bowl to the right of the blender full of berries.

Instructions

All all of your measured ingredients to a blender. Now blend those ingredients! Give your smoothie a taste and adjust to your preferences before serving. Here are some examples of adjustments you could make.

  • Too thick? Add more soy milk.
  • Too thin? Add more yogurt or ice.
  • Not sweet enough? Add more dates or other sweetener of choice.

 

Panera Strawberry Banana Smoothie Recipe Copycat in two short glasses with a strawberry garnish and spring flowers props

Leftovers

If you have any leftover smoothie you can pop it in the fridge for a snack for later. However, I prefer my smoothies fresh. Because they are super quick to make I don’t usually make smoothies in advance.

You could also freeze leftover smoothies in ice cube trays. Then add these cubes to a blender with milk and fresh fruit for future smoothies!

Top down of the Berry Bliss Smoothie. Three glasses with garnish over top. The garnish includes three blueberries and a mint leaf.

More Recipes

Craving a Green Smoothie? Try my Green Breakfast Juice!

My favorite Berry Smoothie Recipe

My favorite smoothie bowl recipe

A Smoothie Article I wrote for educational purposes on how to make a fantastic smoothie.

Craving a dessert bar? Try my High Protein Cookies and Cream Bars!

Strawberry Muffin Smoothie with strawberry garnishes

Panera Strawberry Banana Smoothie Copycat Recipe

Sarah Harper MS, RD, LDN
Healthy, Quick and Delicious Smoothie for Breakfast, Snack or Dessert
Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Course Breakfast, Dessert, Drinks, Snack
Servings 2 servings
Calories 391 kcal

Equipment

  • Blender

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup Frozen strawberries
  • 1 cup Frozen bananas
  • 3 Medjool pitted dates If not pitted, remove the pit in advance
  • 2 cup Unsweetened Soy Milk
  • ½ cup Full-fat plain Greek Yogurt
  • ½ cup unflavored protein powder

Instructions
 

  • Add all ingredients together in a blender frozen fruit first. Blend until smooth. 

Notes

Tip: If you like your smoothie thinner add more soy milk 1 TBSP at a time until your desired consistency. 
Nutrition facts will vary based in ingredients used (i.e. protein powders, yogurt, milk etc). 

Nutrition

Calories: 391kcalCarbohydrates: 58gProtein: 36gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 0.01gCholesterol: 3mgSodium: 381mgPotassium: 1013mgFiber: 9gSugar: 39gVitamin A: 615IUVitamin C: 49mgCalcium: 443mgIron: 6mg
Keyword banana, blender, healthy, smoothie, strawberry
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