Ingredients

You will only need 3 main ingredients to make yourself a mango smoothie at home! Here they are:

Mangoes – I use ataulfo mangoes and I highly recommend sticking with this option if you can find them! They are also known as honey mangoes, and they are extra sweet and juicy! Typically smaller than regular supermarket mangoes, ataulfo mangoes are yellow in color, not green.

I first tried these mangoes in the Philippines, and when I came home I was so sad that they weren’t available in the US…until I found them! Costco often sells ataulfo mangoes in a 6 pack, and I have also found them in the produce section at Smart and Final. Here is what they look like:

Frozen peaches – next up, you’ll need peaches! You can either buy frozen peaches or freeze them yourself! I bought fresh peaches and froze them myself. (See this article for cutting clingstone peaches).

Fruit juice – Finally, some kind of juice will help everything blend smoothly. I used orange-peach-mango juice in this recipe! This tends to be a pretty easy juice combo to find (I’ve seen it at Smart and Final and also Trader Joes).

What can you replace yogurt with in a smoothie?

There are a variety of things you can replace yogurt with to make a non-dairy smoothie.

My personal favorite thing to do is to use frozen fruit + fruit juice. The frozen fruit thickens the smoothie and the fruit juice sweetens it! The result is a smooth, thick texture.

Here are more things you can replace yogurt with in a smoothie:

• non-dairy yogurt (I like So Delicious’ Coconut yogurt!)
• Peanut butter or other nut butter
• Pumpkin puree or other purees
• Avocado (haven’t tried this one but I hear it works well!)

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More Yogurt Free Smoothies

I love developing smoothie recipes without yogurt…here are all my other yogurt free smoothie recipes on the blog! Note that a few of these recipes use milk, but you can easily replace it with almond milk or a dairy free milk of your choice.

• Peach Strawberry Mango Smoothie
• All-Peach Smoothie
• Grape Strawberry Smoothie
• Banana Pear Smoothie
• Strawberry Cherry Smoothie
• Strawberry Peach Smoothie

How to make a mango smoothie with no yogurt:

Whenever you’re making a smoothie without yogurt, there are a few things to consider. Below I will explain my thought process behind this smoothie, and how you can customize your mango smoothie!

Step 1: Choose your fruits

If you’re coming up with your own mango smoothie without yogurt, the first step is to choose your fruits! Do you want it to be all mango, or have a complementing fruit? For this recipe, we will be using peaches. Mangoes and peaches go very well together!

Step 2: Think about thickener

The next thing to think about is how you will thicken the smoothie since you’re not using yogurt. Yogurt often adds creaminess and thickness to smoothies. To replace that in this smoothie, we are first off using ataulfo mangoes. These mangoes are sweet and will provide a creamy texture.

Next, we’re using frozen peaches rather than fresh. The frozen fruit will thicken the smoothie! And finally, we will use fruit juice for the liquid rather than any dairy.

Step 3: Blend

Once you’ve decided what you want in the smoothie, mix it all up in the blender! I used a vitamix in this recipe.

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3-Ingredient Mango Smoothie Without Yogurt

A delicious mango smoothie without yogurt or any dairy in it! This 3-ingredient mango smoothie uses fresh sweet mangos, paired with peaches for a great combination. Perfect for a hot summer day!

Course Breakfast, Drinks

Cuisine Fruit

Keyword mango smoothie without yogurt

Prep Time 10 minutes minutes

Cook Time 0 minutes minutes

Servings 1

Calories 219kcal

Equipment

• Vitamix or Blender

Ingredients

• 6 oz ataulfo mango
• 5 oz frozen peaches
• 1/2 cup orange peach mango juice or fruit juice of choice
• ice cubes optional

Instructions

• Cut ataulfo mangoes into chunks. You'll need about 2 mangoes to get 6 oz. Add the cut mango to the blender.
• Add 5 oz frozen peaches and 1/2 cup fruit juice.
• Blend until smooth. If desired, add a few ice cubes to desired thickness.
• Pour into a glass and enjoy!

Notes

• I prefer to use fresh, ataulfo mangoes in this recipe because they are very sweet! If you sub frozen mango, you will need to add more juice and possibly sweetener.
• If you want to use fresh peaches rather than frozen, add more ice cubes to thicken.
• Feel free to use any fruit juice you have on hand; orange-peach-mango just works well because it has both the mango and peach flavors!

Nutrition

Calories: 219kcal | Carbohydrates: 54g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 0.2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.3g | Sodium: 25mg | Potassium: 584mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 47g | Vitamin A: 2304IU | Vitamin C: 69mg | Calcium: 34mg | Iron: 1mg

More Questions about mango smoothies:

Can I add other fruit to this smoothie?

For sure! You can add another fruit besides the mango and peaches, or you can substitute the peaches for a different frozen fruit. Feel free to get creative!

Can I use frozen mango?

You can, but be aware that frozen mango is usually not as sweet as the delicious fresh ataulfo mangoes.

How do I sweeten a mango smoothie?

Whether you use frozen or fresh mango, you may want the smoothie to be a little sweeter. If that’s the case, feel free to add a dash of maple syrup, agave, or honey! These mix into the smoothie really easily.

How do I know if ataulfo mangoes are ripe?

Make sure to choose ataulfo mangoes that are very yellow, but without black spots! If the mangoes develop black spots, they are generally still safe to eat, but may be getting overripe. I actually like waiting till they have just a few black spots because then I know they will be extra sweet.

If you’re not going to be eating the mangoes for a few days, you may want to select ones that still have a tint of green. These are not quite ripe, but they will be soon! You can ripen them on the counter, or put them in a paper bag to speed up the process.

Can I store this mango smoothie for later?

While you can save your mango smoothie in the fridge for later, I recommend enjoying it right after making it. The texture and flavor will be the best if you drink the smoothie right away!

Conclusion

I hope you enjoy this easy mango smoothie recipe without yogurt! Feel free to adjust it and make it your own, and be sure to check out my other smoothie and drink recipes. Enjoy!

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Why Make Air Fryer Pears?

I know, pears in the air fryer is probably not how you originally expected to use your air fryer when you bought it.

Pears have never been my #1 favorite fruit either, but this recipe…I gotta say it is pure deliciousness! If you have some pears on hand that you’re about to throw away, try this instead.

The air fryer makes cooking these pears a breeze. Since it only takes about 5 minutes of prep plus cook time, you have nothing to lose! The pears are done in no time and they go great with ice cream for a last minute dessert.

Ingredients

Here’s what you’ll need to make these easy “baked” pears in the air fryer:

Pears – You’ll need two ripe pears. I used Bartlett pears that were pretty ripe when I bought them (more info on that farther down!)

Brown sugar – A little brown sugar will offset the tartness of the pears. Depending on how ripe your pears are, you can adjust the amount of sugar you add.

Butter – You’ll need 2 tbsp of butter. I used salted butter; this works well because again, it balances out the sweetness.

Oats – 2 tbsp of oats will add a crunchy texture almost like a crisp topping!

Vanilla – A little bit of vanilla helps bring out all the other flavors.

Cinnamon – I used a full tsp of cinnamon. It tastes wonderful mixed with the brown sugar and butter.

Nutmeg – I always add more warming spices whenever possible! A little bit of nutmeg adds a lot to the final flavor!

Cloves – Lastly, a touch of cloves is the perfect final addition to the spices going on the pears.

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Recipe Substitutions

There are quite a few ways you can adjust and customize this recipe to make it your own based on your preferences/what ingredients you have on hand.

• About the brown sugar: while I love the caramelly flavor it gives the pears, you can sub white sugar if it’s all you have. You can also use more brown sugar if your pears aren’t very ripe (and vice versa).
• Use whichever spices you have! Allspice would be another good “warming spice” to use. Or you can just use pumpkin pie spice since it is a mix of many of the same spices.
• If you are dairy free, you can try a vegan butter, but I do think these pears would be best using real butter.
• The oats are not required, but they are highly recommended! They add a nice change in texture since the pears are very soft.

What Kind of Pears to Use

As I mentioned earlier, I used Bartlett pears. These are very standard so you shouldn’t have a problem finding them.

However, recipes differ as to whether you should use ripe pears or more firm pears.

From what I’ve found, either will work. The riper the pear, the more it may lose its shape after being air fried. This personally didn’t bother me. I would prefer to use a riper pear and less sugar.

Plus, riper pears don’t take as long to cook! Mine only needed about 10 minutes at 325 degrees. If you’re using firmer pears, just keep in mind that you may need to cook them longer.

More Tips:

When cutting the pears, try to get each half as even as possible. This will help them cook evenly, rather than one being extra done.

Also keep in mind that all air fryers are different. You don’t necessarily have to cook your pears exactly 10 minutes. Check them for doneness—look for softened pear flesh and bubbly topping.

More Air Fryer Recipes:

• Air Fryer Apples
• Air Fryer Peppers & Onions
• Air Fryer Breakfast Potatoes

How to Make Air Fryer Pears

When you’re ready to start your pears, here are the steps to take. Hopefully the photos and video are helpful!

Step 1: Make the Oat Crumble

Start by combining all the ingredients for the oat crumble: melted butter, brown sugar, oats, vanilla, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves. Mix it all together well, then set aside.

Step 2: Prep Pears

Next, get your pears ready. Wash and dry them first, then take the core/seeds out. I did this with a spoon, which didn’t look perfect, but that doesn’t really matter once the topping is on. If you do want perfection, you can use a melon baller.

Step 3: Fill Pears with topping

Next, take your topping and put a spoonful in the center of each pear. Use the spoon to then rub the topping all over the top of the pear. Don’t leave any flesh uncovered!

If you have any topping left fill up the center with it again.

Step 4: Air Fry

Preheat your air fryer to 325 degrees (IF your air fryer requires preheating). Then, place the pears in the air fryer basket—however many will fit. I found that my small 2 quart air fryer always fit 2 pear halves so I worked in 2 separate batches.

Air fry for 10-12 minutes, until the pears are soft and the topping is caramelized!

How to Serve This Air Fryer Pear Dessert

Once your pears are done, there are a few ways you can serve them.

The first option is to simply eat them as is. I made these for myself one night and proceeded to devour 2 pear halves in a matter minutes with nothing added.

That said, this air fryer pear dessert could be even better with ice cream! You can serve the ice cream right on top, or on the side in a bowl.

Here are some more serving ideas:

• Serve with homemade whipped cream
• Serve with greek yogurt for a healthier option
• Add chopped pecans or almonds on top
• Drizzle caramel sauce on top

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Air Fryer Pears With Crumble Topping

Enjoy a delicious and healthy dessert with this air fryer pears recipe. You’ll love the juicy pears topped with a buttery oat mixture cooked to perfection in the air fryer. Simply slice, season, cook for 10 minutes, and serve with a scoop of ice cream for a satisfying air fryer pear dessert!

Course Dessert

Cuisine American

Keyword air fryer pears, pears in air fryer

Prep Time 5 minutes minutes

Cook Time 10 minutes minutes

Total Time 15 minutes minutes

Servings 4 servings

Equipment

• Air Fryer
• Chef's Knife

Ingredients

• 2 ripe pears
• 2 tbsp butter melted
• 4 tsp brown sugar
• 2 tbsp oats
• 1/4 tsp vanilla
• 1 tsp cinnamon
• 1/4 tsp nutmeg
• 1/8 tsp cloves

Instructions

• Preheat your air fryer to 325 degrees.
• Wash the pears well, then evenly slice in half with a sharp knife. Use a spoon to remove the center core/seeds.
• Melt the butter. Add brown sugar, oats, vanilla, cinnamon, nutmeg and cloves. Stir well until combined.
• Put a spoonful of the butter/sugar mixture inside the hole of each pear. Spread the mixture out onto all of the top flesh. If you have more butter/sugar left, add more to the center of each pear.
• Place pears into air fryer (for a 2-quart air fryer, use only 2 halves; anything bigger should fit 3 or 4).
• Air fry at 325 for 10-12 minutes, or until carmelized and juicy.
• Eat alone or serve with ice cream, granola, etc. and enjoy!

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Notes

• Ripe pears cook faster and are sweeter than firmer pears. If your pears aren’t ripe, you may need to cook them a bit longer and/or add extra sweetener.
• Use a spoon or a melon baller to core your pears.
• Serve with ice cream, whipped cream, greek yogurt, chopped pecans or almonds, caramel sauce, etc.!
• Try to cut the pear halves as evenly as possible so they cook at the same rate.

Conclusion

Perfect for a cozy night in or a quick dessert after dinner, these air fryer pears are sure to be a hit with your family and friends. I hope you will give this delightful recipe when you need an easy but delicious treat! Be sure to share the recipe with others so more people can try it!

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Ingredients

Here is what you’ll need to make this refreshing summer juice:

Whole pineapple – that’s right, we’ll use a whole fresh pineapple for this recipe! The fresh pineapple is so much better than anything canned, and it adds a great sweetness to the drink.

Navel Oranges – a few oranges will complement all the other ingredients and also add more sweetness.

Cucumber – there’s nothing refreshing quite like a cucumber. We’ll use one whole cucumber for this recipe.

Carrots – we’ll also use 2 carrots, which will add to the nutrients and health benefits of the juice.

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How to Make Carrot Pineapple Cucumber Juice

It is super easy to make fruit & veggie juice at home. There are really two ways you can make this juice.

Method 1:

Prepare all the fruits and veggies. Wash and cut them all into smaller pieces. For the pineapple, cut the top and rind off. Then cut the pineapple down and around the core. Then cut into strips. Add all the ingredients to a juicer in small batches. Stir, chill, and serve!

Method 2:

If you don’t have a juicer, you can use this method instead. Prepare all the fruits and veggies the same way, but instead of putting them in the juicer, put them in the blender. Blend them all up and then strain through a fine mesh sieve to remove the pulp.

Recipe Tips & Adjustments

The awesome thing about juice is you can customize it SO many different ways! You can add more fruit and veggies depending on what you have in your fridge—or you can just add in little flavorings!

Other fruits and veggies to add/substitute

• Sub apples for oranges if you don’t have any
• Add papaya for an extra tropical twist
• Add celery, spinach, or kale if you want extra nutrients

Flavorings to add:

• Add lemon or lime for a zing, plus extra citrus
• Add ginger for a little spice (plus it is super good for you!)

Some other common combinations I’ve seen for juice include pineapple cucumber juice (by itself) carrot pineapple ginger juice, pineapple carrot apple juice, or kale carrot pineapple juice.

See what I mean when I say there are TONS of ways to customize your juice?!

What are the benefits of carrot and pineapple juice?

The benefits of carrot and pineapple juice have to do with the nutrients they each provide. Carrots are high in beta carotene, which converts into vitamin A in the body. Pineapple are high in vitamin C.

And then there are cucumbers too, which have quite a few nutrients, like vitamin K, B, and C!

Should I peel carrots or cucumbers for juice?

There is no need to peel the carrots or the cucumber for this juice! Leaving the skin on gives you even more nutrients. You won’t see the skin at all, so it doesn’t matter!

More Fruity Drinks

• Fruit Smoothies Without Yogurt
• Strawberry Peach Smoothie
• Grape Strawberry Smoothie
• Banana Pear Smoothie

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Carrot Pineapple Cucumber Juice

Carrot Pineapple Cucumber juice is the perfect refreshing drink on a hot day! This juice is full of flavor, as well as nutrients like vitamin C and A.

Course Drinks

Cuisine American

Prep Time 10 minutes minutes

Total Time 10 minutes minutes

Servings 4 servings

Equipment

• Juicer
• Chef's Knife

Ingredients

• 1 whole pineapple
• 3 naval oranges
• 2 large carrots
• 1 large cucumber

Instructions

• Wash and prepare all of the fruits and vegetables.
• Cut the top and rind off of the pineapple. Then cut the pineapple down and around the core. Then cut into strips that will fit into the juicer.
• Turn the juicer on and start the juicing process, placing all ingredients in the juicer chute in small batches.
• Alternatively, if you don’t have a juicer, you can blend the ingredients in a blender and strain out the pulp through a sieve.
• Stir and enjoy fresh or refrigerate for up to 3 days!

Notes

• There is no need to peel the carrots or cucumber before juicing them.
• Feel free to add extra flavorings like lemon, lime, or ginger!

Conclusion

Packed with vitamins and nutrients, including vitamin C and beta-carotene, carrot pineapple cucumber juice is a great way to support your overall health and wellness. So why wait? Try this delicious and refreshing juice recipe today!

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Mango Peach Strawberry Smoothie With Frozen Fruit

If you’ve been around the Ginger Divine blog for any amount of time, then you know I LOVE smoothies. There are endless amounts of fruit combinations to try, and I love enjoying as many as possible!

One of my favorite ways to make a smoothie is with frozen fruit. While some smoothies rely on ice to thicken them, this mango peach strawberry smoothie does not.

With a little fresh fruit, a good amount of frozen fruit, and a bit of juice, you soon have the perfect thick, extra-smooth smoothie! I’ll be showing you how to achieve that perfect texture in this post + recipe.

(Oh and did I mention? This recipe does not call for yogurt OR bananas!)

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Ingredients

You’ll just need 4 simple ingredients to make this smoothie at home:

Frozen Mango – I get a bag from Trader Joes and keep it in the freezer for all my smoothie needs. You’ll need about 1/2 cup to make this recipe.

Frozen Strawberries – A nice berry flavor is added with another 1/2 cup of frozen fruit—strawberries! I get the big bag from Costco. It lasts quite awhile even with all the smoothies my family makes.

Fresh Peach – If you have a summer peach sitting on the counter just begging to be used, this is the perfect opportunity! You’ll want a fresh peach that is extra-ripe. Seriously. The peach I used was desperate to be used up—it was wrinkly. I thought it would be bad, but it wasn’t! When I cut it up, it was extremely sweet and juicy, perfect for this smoothie.

White Grape Juice – I find that white grape juice is a great “neutral” fruit juice—meaning it adds sweetness and liquid to smoothies without overpowering the fruit flavors that we want to shine. While you can use any fruit juice you have on hand, I do love the way this smoothie tastes with white grape.

What Fruits Goes Well With Mango in a Smoothie?

While mango is usually paired with other tropical fruits like pineapple and coconut, I love the way it tastes with other fruits too! Here are some ideas:

• Mango-Cherry
• Mango-Peach
• Mango-Apple
• Mango-Banana
• Mango-Orange

How to Make a Mango Peach Strawberry Smoothie

It is extremely easy to make this smoothie at home! These are the steps you’ll need to follow:

Step 1:

Prepare 1 fresh peach. Slice it in half, remove the pit, and remove any portions of the peach that are hard or won’t blend well. (Here’s help with removing the pit from clingstone peaches).

Step 2:

Put the peaches, frozen mango, frozen strawberries, and fruit juice into the blender.

Step 3:

Blend on high until smooth and totally combined. Serve and enjoy!

Here’s what my smoothie looked like before, during, and after blending:

Serving & Storage

This smoothie is best if it is eaten right after being prepared. If it is left out, the frozen fruit will begin to melt, and pretty soon you’ll have more of a juice than a smoothie. While it can be stored in the fridge, I don’t recommend leaving it sit for more than a day.

As far as serving goes, you can make a single serving for breakfast or a snack! The recipe is written for one serving, BUT this smoothie is easy enough to ramp up for a crowd. I would double or triple the recipe, and then make it in a few different batches.

Recipes Tips & Adjustments

Another reason I love smoothies so much is because you can easily adjust them to fit your personal preferences. There are a variety of ways you can change up this smoothie…here are my best ideas.

• Add protein to make this a “power” breakfast smoothie. I love adding a few oats to my smoothie if I’m having it for breakfast. You can either add in a tablespoon or two after blending, or blend the oats right in at the beginning.
• Add other ingredients like chia seeds, protein powder, spinach, or Greek yogurt for extra creaminess.
• Add more fruit you have on hand. Do you have some fresh fruit on the counter/fridge just begging to get used up? Throw it into the smoothie!
• Swap out the fruit juice for whatever liquid you have on hand. You can use dairy milk, almond milk, etc. but you might just want to add in a bit of sweetner (maple syrup or honey) to make up for the sweetness of the juice that you’re losing.

Related: how to tell if strawberries are bad or if mangoes are bad

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Peach Mango Strawberry Smoothie Recipe

Your perfect summer breakfast idea has arrived: a delicious peach mango strawberry smoothie! 3 yummy flavors mixed up into a refreshing, thick fruit smoothie might be just what you need. You won't want to miss this smoothie recipe with fresh peaches, frozen mangos and frozen strawberries!

Course Breakfast

Cuisine American

Prep Time 5 minutes minutes

Total Time 5 minutes minutes

Servings 1 servings

Calories 140kcal

Ingredients

• 1 ripe peach
• 1/2 cup frozen mango
• 1/2 cup frozen strawberries
• 1/4 cup white grape juice

Instructions

• Halve the fresh peach and remove the pit. Remove any hard bits that won’t blend well, then place in blender.
• Add frozen mango, frozen strawberries, and white grape juice to the blender.
• Blend on high until everything is smooth and combined. Adjust liquid amount to your liking.
• Pour into a glass, serve, and enjoy!

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Notes

• You can sub fresh peaches for frozen if you’d like, but you’ll need to add a bit more liquid since this recipe relies on the liquid from the peach.
• You can also sub fresh mangoes/strawberries for frozen, but doing so will result in a much thinner smoothie. I recommend having at least some frozen fruit in it.
• Any neutral fruit juice can be used. Use whatever you have on hand. Just keep in mind you don’t want the fruit juice to overpower the natural flavors of the fruit.

Nutrition

Calories: 140kcal

FAQ

Can I use all frozen fruit in this smoothie recipe?

Yes, if you’d like to you can use all frozen fruit by using frozen peaches rather than fresh. However, if you go with this option you will need to add more liquid—I would use 1/2 cup of juice rather than 1/4 cup.

Can mango be mixed with milk?

Yes, mango can definitely be mixed with milk! In fact, according to this article it is one of the best fruits to pair with milk due to its “sweet and buttery properties.”

Do you put ice in a smoothie?

It is up to you whether or not you put ice in a smoothie. Personally, I like to use frozen fruit instead of ice in my smoothies. When ice melts in a smoothie, it is not the most pleasant. But if fresh fruit is all you have on all hand, by all means, you can add a few ice cubes to a smoothie to thicken it up.

Is this strawberry peach mango smoothie healthy?

Yes, this peach mango strawberry smoothie is relatively healthy! It does not include any added sugar, but relies solely on the sweetness of the juice and the fruit. If you want to make it even healthier, you can add things like oats or chia seeds.

How do I make my smoothie creamy?

I have found the best way to make creamy smoothies is to either 1) add yogurt or 2) make them with frozen fruit. Obviously, you’ll want to opt for the second option if you are dairy-free.

Smoothie Recipes To Try Next:

• Strawberry Peach Smoothie
• Banana Pear Smoothie
• Easy All-Peach Smoothie
• Mango Cherry Smoothie
• Strawberry Grape Smoothie
• Strawberry Cherry Smoothie

Conclusion

Mango Peach Strawberry smoothies are a wonderful summertime snack to enjoy. The whole family is sure to love this recipe. Serve it with a side of fresh fruit, or maybe a bowl of oatmeal for breakfast. So what are you waiting for? Go grab some fruit, try it out, and let me know what you think!

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Strawberry Peach Smoothie Without Yogurt or Banana

Smoothie are one of my favorite things to make in the kitchen. I make a LOT of things—but smoothie are just one of those foods that you can throw together in minutes and still get a delicious result!

For today’s strawberry peach smoothie, I wanted to come up with something that wasn’t too thick or hard to drink. Many times my smoothies are made with lots of frozen fruit, making them on the thicker side.

But today, I wanted the fresh peaches to shine, so I went on the thinner side, and I did not use yogurt or bananas. This gives it an impeccable flavor, unaltered by the strong banana flavor that can sometimes take over a smoothie. I think it turned out great. You’re not going to want to miss the recipe!

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Ingredients

You’ll just need 4 simple ingredients to make this smoothie at home:

Fresh peaches – I used 2 extra ripe fresh peaches. When I say extra ripe, I mean it. One of them was starting to get a little wrinkly, but when I cut it open it was still good. In fact, it was fabulously sweet! (Just make sure it’s not rotten!) While you can sub frozen peaches if you need to, I really think the fresh peaches are delicious. Leaving the skin on gives the smoothie a little extra nutrients too.

Frozen strawberries – I went frozen with the strawberries because the smoothie still needed some more substance. I buy a big bag from costco just to have on hand for all my smoothies.

White grape juice – you’ll just need about 1/4 of a cup. You can really use any juice you have on hand. You just don’t want it to overpower the strawberry and peach flavors.

Milk – this gives the smoothie just an extra bit of creaminess. If you can’t have dairy, see the adjustment notes for other options.

Maple Syrup – this ingredient is entirely optional. If you like a sweet smoothie, you may want to add a little bit in at the end. Just make sure you taste the smoothie and adjust to your liking.

How to Make a Strawberry Peach Smoothie

It is extremely easy to make this smoothie at home! These are the steps you’ll need to follow:

Step 1:

Prepare your peaches. Slice them in half, remove the pit, and remove any portions of the peach that are hard or won’t blend well. (Here’s help with removing the pit from clingstone peaches).

Step 2:

Put the peaches, frozen strawberries, milk, and fruit juice into the blender.

Step 3:

Blend on high until smooth and totally combined. Taste and adjust for sweetness. Then, serve and enjoy!

Here’s what my smoothie looked like before and after blending:

Serving & Storage

This smoothie is best enjoyed right after it is made. In fact all smoothies are best if eaten right away (though you can find out how long smoothies last in the fridge here!)

The recipe makes 2 servings, but if you’re making breakfast for a crowd, you can very very easily double or triple the recipe. Because this smoothie is on the thinner side, it is easier to make in large batches.

You can serve this smoothie for breakfast, or make it for friends and family as a snack on a hot summer day! Either way it is sure to be enjoyed.

Related: how to tell if strawberries are bad

Recipes Tips & Adjustments

Another reason I love smoothies so much is because you can easily adjust them to your liking. There are a variety of ways you can change up this smoothie to fit your preferences. Here are my best ideas.

• Switch out the fresh/frozen fruit. If you only have fresh strawberries and frozen peaches, that would work great. If you have only frozen fruit, the liquid in the recipe should be enough. If you only have fresh fruit, I recommend reducing the liquid.
• Add protein. If you’re having this smoothie for breakfast, you can add yogurt or oats to up the protein intake!
• Opt for dairy free. If you’re looking for a vegan strawberry peach smoothie, you can easily omit the milk in this recipe. Either use your favorite non-dairy milk (like almond or oat milk) or take out the milk altogether and simply double the amount of fruit juice you use.

What fruits blend well with peaches?

There are SO many fruits that go well with peaches, especially in smoothies! Here are some of my favorite peach combinations. Have you tried any other besides these? I would love to hear!

• Peach-Mango
• Peach-Banana-Strawberry
• Peach-Apricot
• Peach-Orange
• Peach-Berry

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Strawberry Peach Smoothie Recipe

A light, fresh strawbery peach smoothie might be just what you need on a hot summer day! This healthy fruit smoothie is made from just 4 simple ingredients, and is easily adjustable to be dairy free.

Course Breakfast

Cuisine American

Prep Time 5 minutes minutes

Total Time 5 minutes minutes

Servings 2 servings

Calories 94kcal

Ingredients

• 2 ripe peaches
• 1 cup frozen strawberries
• 1/4 cup white grape juice
• 1/4 cup milk
• 1-2 tsp maple syrup (optional)

Instructions

• Halve the fresh peaches and remove the pits. Remove any hard bits that won’t blend well, then place in blender.
• Add the frozen strawberries, white grape juice, and milk to the blender (see notes for ingredient adjustments).
• Blend on high until everything is smooth and combined.
• Taste the smoothie to see if you would like to add any extra sweetness. If it is too tart for you, add maple syrup until it is the perfect sweetness.
• Pour into 2 glasses, serve, and enjoy!

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Notes

• If you are dairy free, you can use ALL white grape juice, or sub the milk for almond milk or your favorite non-dairy milk.
• This smoothie is on the thinner side, so you can even take out half of the liquid if you like a thicker smoothie (either remove the milk, or use half the amount of both milk and juice).
• Any neutral fruit juice can be used. Use whatever you have on hand. Just keep in mind you don’t want the fruit juice to overpower the natural flavors of the fruit.

Nutrition

Calories: 94kcal

FAQ

Is this a healthy strawberry peach smoothie?

Yes, this smoothie is definitely on the healthy side, especially if you do not add any maple syrup at the end! It focuses solely on the fresh/frozen fruit + liquid. As I mentioned earlier, you can make it healthier by adding protein like oats or chia seeds.

What enhances peach flavor?

Warm spices such as ginger, cinnamon, or cloves can easily enhance peach flavor. If you want to bring out the peach flavor even more in this smoothie, you can definitely add in a sprinkle of one of those (I would just choose one. Don’t use all of them).

Are you supposed to eat the skin of a peach?

It is perfectly fine to eat peach skin, yes. Personally, I love the little specks that it puts into smoothies. Plus, it has more nutrients in it than just the flesh of the peach!

Smoothie Recipes To Try Next:

• Banana Pear Smoothie
• Easy All-Peach Smoothie
• Mango Cherry Smoothie
• Strawberry Grape Smoothie
• Strawberry Cherry Smoothie

Conclusion

This peach strawberry smoothie is a delicious snack or breakfast you don’t want to miss during the summer. You can make this recipe as-is, or add a whole host of different customizations you love. Either way, it is sure to be a hit among family and friends. So what are you waiting for? Try it out and let me know what you think!

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Banana Peach Strawberry Smoothie With Yogurt

Sometimes I make smoothies with yogurt, and sometimes I do not. In the case of this peach strawberry banana smoothie, I found that a small amount of greek yogurt gave it the perfect thickness.

However, if you have a dairy allergy you can easily swap out Greek yogurt for coconut yogurt (the So Delicious brand is my favorite!) or cashew yogurt.

Or, if you want to make a peach strawberry banana smoothie with no yogurt, you can omit the yogurt in this recipe. The smoothie might end up a little bit less thick, but you can always add in extra frozen fruit to remedy this.

The great thing about smoothies is that they are SO customizable!

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Ingredients

These are the 5 ingredients I put in my strawberry peach banana smoothie:

Fresh Peaches – you just can’t beat the flavor of fresh peaches vs. frozen. Plus, I love the little specks that the peach skin gives the blended smoothie. Make sure you wait for your peaches to ripen so they are nice and sweet, but not rotten! If you only have clingstone peaches, here is a tip for cutting them open. If you only have frozen peaches on hand, you can use those, but you may need to add more liquid.

Frozen Strawberries – it can be hard to find sweet strawberries at the supermarket, whether fresh OR frozen. So for this recipe, I decided to go with frozen strawberries to bring about a thicker texture for the smoothie without using ice.

Frozen Banana – I always freeze my own bananas for smoothies. It is much more cost effective than buying a bag of pre-frozen bananas! Just peel some bananas, flash freeze them on a baking sheet, and then put them in a ziploc freezer bag for whenever you want to make a smoothie.

Greek Yogurt – As I mentioned before, you can easily adjust this ingredient depending on your dietary preferences.

Fruit Juice – this sweetens up the smoothie without needing to add any extra sugar! I recommend choosing a blend that is 100% juice and contains at least one of the fruit ingredients we’re using (peach, strawberry, or banana). I used Orange Peach Mango juice because that’s what I had on hand, but you can definitely mix it up!

How to Make a Peach Strawberry Banana Smoothie

It is pretty easy to make this smoothie at home! These are the steps you’ll need to follow:

Step 1:

Slice the fresh peaches and remove the pit. Add to the blender.

Step 2:

Add all other ingredients to the blender and blend until smooth.

Step 3:

Taste and adjust for sweetness or thickness if desired.

Customizing Your Smoothie

Want to add more flavors or more healthiness to this smoothie? Here are some add-ins that might make it even better! If you try them, let me know what you think!

• For extra protein, add in some oats (either before or after blending). I do this with some of my other smoothies. It’s especially great if you’re having it for breakfast!
• Add in some kind of healthy seed, like chia or flax seed.
• Cut up some fresh strawberries and mix in for more texture and flavor.
• Or, if you don’t want to go healthy but make this a dessert smoothie, add whipped cream on top!

More Smoothie Recipes:

• Strawberry Peach Smoothie
• Banana Pear Smoothie
• Easy Peach Smoothie
• Mango Cherry Smoothie
• Strawberry Grape Smoothie
• Strawberry Cherry Smoothie

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Strawberry Peach Banana Smoothie Recipe

If you are craving a sweet fruit smoothie on a hot summer day, try this strawberry peach banana smoothie! Made with just 5 ingredients, this healthy smoothie is filled with mouthwatering fruit flavors, with just a tad of Greek yogurt to thicken it up.

Course Breakfast

Cuisine American

Prep Time 10 minutes minutes

Total Time 10 minutes minutes

Servings 2 servings

Calories 195kcal

Ingredients

• 2 ripe peaches
• 1 cup frozen strawberries
• 1 frozen banana
• 1/4 cup plain greek yogurt*
• 1 cup fruit juice*

Instructions

• Slice the fresh peaches, removing the pit. Do not remove the peel unless you’d like to. Put the peaches in the blender.
• Add the strawberries, banana, greek yogurt, and fruit juice to the blender.
• Blend all the ingredients together until smooth. Pour into 2 glasses and enjoy!

Notes

• If you are dairy free, you can use coconut or cashew yogurt – or omit the yogurt all together. It just won’t be quite as thick without the yogurt.
• Use your favorite fruit juice blend – preferably a juice that has at least one of the following included: peach, strawberry, or banana. I used Orange Peach Mango juice.
• The fruit juice is meant to add sweetness to the smoothie, but if your fresh/frozen fruit is very unripe, you may want to add a little bit of maple syrup or agave. This just depends on your preference.

Nutrition

Calories: 195kcal

Conclusion

I hope this strawberry peach banana smoothie is the perfect refreshing snack or breakfast for you on a hot day! I love this recipe and so does the family. You can customize it by adding in more protein, or even by making it into a dessert smoothie. So are you ready? Head to the kitchen and make one for yourself today!

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Strawberry Shortcake Muffin Ingredients

Here is what you’ll need to make some yummy strawberry shortcake muffins at home:

Flour – I just used simple all purpose flour.

Baking powder – this will help the muffins rise!

Butter – it is important to make sure your butter is COLD. Take it out of the fridge right when you’re ready to use it, because we will be “cutting” it into the flour.

Sugar – white sugar works best in this recipe.

Vanilla – just a touch will add flavor to the muffins!

Egg – you’ll just need 1 egg.

Heavy cream – this will add the richness of classic strawberry shortcake! It is definitely a must.

Strawberries – slice the strawberries and then measure the amount called for after they are cut. Make sure they are fresh and not starting to go bad.

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More Fruity Recipes:

Personally, I love using fruit as the star in lots of recipes! Here are some more strawberry recipes and other fruit baking recipes.

• Strawberry Grape Smoothie
• Strawberry Cherry Smoothie
• Old Fashioned Blueberry Muffins
• Peach Cobbler French Toast

Recipe Tips & Tricks

• This is a shortcake-style muffin, so the batter will be different than what you may be used to in muffins. It will be thick and a little sticky. That is exactly what we want!
• To keep the fresh strawberries from bleeding into the batter, I throw them in the freezer for 20-30 minutes before adding. If you are short on time, you can do 10 minutes in the freezer. If you choose this, just make sure to coat the strawberries with about 2 tbsp of flour before adding them in.
• The size you cut the strawberries is up to you. You can do a smaller dice/chop, but I like to leave them in beautiful rounds (or rounds cut in half if they are too big).
• I can’t emphasize this enough – make sure you use butter that is straight from the fridge for this recipe! Cutting in cold butter to the flour mix is what will give us our shortcake style dough.

Below you can see the flour mixture and the cold butter being added in cubes. From here you just need to use a pastry cutter to “cut in” the butter until it forms small, pea-like crumbs.

And this is what the dough should look like when it is all done and being added to the muffin cups:

Serving & Storing

After making your muffins, let them cool for a few minutes before taking them out of the pan and serving. These muffins are very tender and need to cool quite a bit before you can remove them without falling apart. So be patient!

If you’re saving the muffins for later, make sure to store them at room temperature in an airtight container. Typically, muffins are not kept in the fridge. Either keep them on the counter in a container, or freeze them.

As far as serving goes, you can have these for either breakfast or dessert. If you want to splurge on dessert, the best way to enjoy these is to use some extra heavy cream to make homemade whipped cream. Yum!

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Strawberry Shortcake Muffins

Delicious strawberry shortcake muffins make for the perfect family-friendly breakfast! You get all the elements of strawberry shortcake but wrapped up in a muffin. Serve with whipped cream for extra strawberry shortcake feels.

Course Breakfast

Cuisine American

Prep Time 15 minutes minutes

Cook Time 25 minutes minutes

Total Time 40 minutes minutes

Servings 9 servings

Calories 300kcal

Ingredients

• 1 1/4 cups all purpose flour
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 cup cold butter, cubed
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 1/2 tsp vanilla
• 1 egg
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 1 cup sliced strawberries
• 1 extra tbsp sugar

Instructions

• Wash and dry the strawberries, remove the green and then cut into small pieces until you have 1 cup.
• Spread the strawberries on a plate and then place in the freezer for about 20-30 minutes.*
• Preheat the oven to 375 degrees.
• In a large bowl, mix flour with baking powder. Put cubes of cold butter on top. Grind into small crumbs with your hands or a pastry cutter.
• Measure 2 tbsp of the flour/butter mixture, and set aside for later.
• In a small bowl, mix the sugar, vanilla, and egg.
• Combine all ingredients in the large bowl. Then, add in the heavy cream.
• Lastly, fold in the strawberries.
• Spoon the batter into 9-10 muffin cups. You can use a muffin tin sprayed with cooking spray, or use muffin liners.
• Take the reserved flour/butter mixture and mix with 1 extra tbsp of sugar. Sprinkle this on top the muffins before cooking.
• Bake 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean!

Notes

• This will keep the strawberries from sinking and discoloring the batter. If you are short on time, place the strawberries in the freezer for only 10 minutes while mixing the rest of the ingredients. Then, coat them with 2 tbsp flour before adding to the batter.
• Unlike other muffin recipes, this batter will be thick and sticky since it is based on a strawberry shortcake. This is what we want in this recipe!

Nutrition

Calories: 300kcal

FAQ

Should I coat the strawberries in flour before baking?

If you are not able to freeze the freshly-cut strawberries for the full amount of time recommended (25-30 minutes) then yes, I recommend coating them. This will keep them from discoloring the batter.

Can I make these muffins dairy-free?

I don’t recommend trying, no. This shortcake-style muffin uses butter as a fundamental ingredient that is cut into the flour. Substituting oil just wouldn’t be the same.

Can I use pre-packaged frozen strawberries?

I have not tested this recipe with frozen strawberries. I wouldn’t imagine it would work very well, since it would be hard to cut the whole frozen strawberries. If anything, just make sure your strawberries are sliced and slightly firm, and/or coated with flour, before adding. You definitely wouldn’t want to use thawed frozen strawberries that are leaking juice everywhere.

Conclusion

Strawberry shortcake muffins are rich, moist, and overall delicious. You can make one batch for the family for breakfast, or make several batches if you need to feed more! These are certainly a great crowd pleaser, either for breakfast, snacks, or dessert! My family loved these and I’m sure yours will too.

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Ingredients:

Here is what you’ll need to make some delicious old-fashioned blueberry muffins.

Flour – I just used all purpose flour. You’ll need some for the muffins and some for the streusel topping too.

Sugar – White sugar will be needed for the batter, and brown sugar for the topping.

Baking Powder – just a teaspon will help the muffins rise!

Salt – A pinch of salt makes all baked goods better!

Eggs – I used two for this recipe. It is best if you bring them to room temperature before using. These will hold the muffins together, but also make them nice and moist too!

Butter – You’ll need some melted butter for the batter, and cold cubed butter for the streusel topping.

Vanilla – A teaspon of vanilla will give the muffins a better flavor!

Milk – I used regular milk, but you can sub for non-dairy milks if needed.

Moist Blueberry Muffins

These old fashioned muffins are not only delicious in flavor, but they are also very tender and moist! The recipe calls for two eggs to help with that moistness. But also, make sure you don’t overmix the batter, because this will help keep it moist too.

More Recipes to Try:

• Strawberry Shortcake Muffins
• Peach Cobbler French Toast
• Blackberry Cookies
• Banana Pear Smoothie

How to Make Old Fashioned Blueberry Muffins

Step 1:

Mix together the dry ingredients in a small mixing bowl (flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar). When making muffins, it is best to mix the sugar into the dry ingredients rather than creaming it with the butter.

Step 2:

Mix together the wet ingredients (melted butter, egg, vanilla, and milk). This will work best if your ingredients are room temperature so the butter doesn’t cause the egg and milk to curdle. Then, whisk in the dry ingredients quickly, being careful not to overmix. It is fine if the batter is lumpy.

Step 3:

Fold in fresh or frozen blueberries. I prefer fresh, but if you need to use frozen, you may want to toss them in some flour before folding them into the batter. This helps them not sink to the bottom while cooking.

Step 4:

Make the streusel topping. Make sure to use cold, cubed butter for this. Use a pastry cutter to cut the cold butter into the flour and sugar. You should end up with perfect little crumbles!

Step 5:

Divide the batter into 12 muffin cups, then top with the streusel. Bake in a 350 degree oven for about 30 minutes, or until a tooth pick comes out clean!

Serving & Storing

After making your muffins, let them cool for a few minutes before taking them out of the pan and serving.

If you’re saving the muffins for later, you’ll want to let them cool completely on a wire rack! Then, store them at room temperature in an airtight container.

Typically, muffins are not kept in the fridge. Either keep them on the counter in a container, or freeze them.

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Old Fashioned Blueberry Muffins

Old fashioned blueberry muffins are tender, moist, and delicious! Topped with streusel, the whole family is sure to enjoy these muffins for breakfast or a snack. They might just remind you of grandma’s house!

Course Breakfast

Cuisine American

Prep Time 15 minutes minutes

Cook Time 30 minutes minutes

Total Time 45 minutes minutes

Servings 12 servings

Calories 327kcal

Ingredients

• 1 3/4 cups all purpose flour
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 1 stick butter + 2 tbsp
• 2 eggs (room temp)
• 1/2 cup + 3 tbsp milk (room temp)
• 1 tsp vanilla
• 1 cup fresh blueberries*

Streusel Topping

• 1/2 cup flour
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 1/4 cup cold butter,

Instructions

• Preheat oven to 350 degrees and prepare a muffin tin with paper cups.
• In a small mixing bowl, mix together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
• Melt the butter. Whisk together eggs, milk, vanilla, and melted butter.
• Mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
• Fold in the blueberries.
• Make the streusel topping by combining flour, brown sugar, and cold butter. Use a pastry cutter to cut in the butter until it becomes crumbly.
• Top the muffin batter with streusel, then put in the oven and bake for 30 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.

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Notes

• Note on blueberries: you can either use fresh or frozen, though fresh is preferred. If you do go with frozen, toss them in some flour before baking to keep them from sinking to the bottom of the muffins.
• If you do not want to use so much butter, you can also do half butter half vegetable oil.
• You can also make this recipe in a stone muffin tin. I love my stone. Just make sure to preheat it before putting the batter in.

Nutrition

Calories: 327kcal

Muffin FAQ

What temperature is best to bake muffins?

350 is the most commonly used oven temperature for muffins and quick breads!

Should you coat blueberries in flour before baking?

It’s up to you. What coating does is make sure the blueberries don’t sink to the bottom. But this only seems to happen if the muffin batter is on the thin side. For this recipe, the fresh blueberries didn’t really need coating, but the frozen blueberries did.

Can I make these muffins dairy-free?

You can definitely try! While this is a butter-based muffin recipe, you can try substituting vegetable oil (like canola, grapeseed, or avocado oil). You can also use a non-dairy milk. However, the streusel topping probably wouldn’t work unless you have a non-dairy butter that can be cut in the same way as regular butter.

Conclusion

Old Fashioned blueberry muffins are a winner in the household time and time again! My family loves these muffins, and always wants me to make them for breakfast. So now it’s your turn—grab your ingredients and make batch for your family or guests! They are sure to love them.

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A few weeks ago, I stayed at a bed and breakfast . When morning came, I ate a delicious homemade breakfast, consisting of quiche, fruit, and french toast casserole. I honestly don’t remember what type of french toast casserole it was, but I’m leaning towards apple cinnamon.

Fast forward a few days, and I’m trying to figure out new recipes to try out.

Why not french toast casserole?

But what can I add to the dish to make it special? Unique? Delicious? Stand out?

Eventually, I settled on peaches. Peach cobbler is one of my favorite desserts, so why not make it into a breakfast recipe? It turned out delicious. Keep reading to see exactly what I used and how I made this yummy dish.

Ingredients

Here’s what you’ll need to make your own peach cobbler french toast at home:

Peaches – You can use fresh, frozen, or canned peaches in this recipe. Fresh, ripe peaches are my personal favorite option. If you use canned peaches, make sure to drain out all the juice first. As for frozen, they definitely give off more liquid than the others but it still turned out good.

Bread – My favorite type of bread for this recipe is brioche. This is one of the best types of bread for french toast! However, you can also use challah, french bread, or basic white bread.

Eggs – You’ll need just 4 eggs for my recipe.

Milk – Just about 2 tablespoons will get mixed into the eggs!

Butter – 1 stick of butter (melted) will do the trick. I like to use salted butter as it offsets the sugar well.

Brown Sugar – We’ll mix this into the melted butter to make a delicious topping for our french toast!

Cinnamon – This will also get combined into the butter and sugar mixture. You only need about a teaspoon.

Powered Sugar – This ingredient is totally optional. I must say it is pretty good sprinkled on top afterward though!

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Variations

There are a variety of ways you can change up this recipe to make it your own. Here are a few ideas that come to mind:

• Make a double batch in a 9″ by 13″ pan if you need to serve a crowd
• Add nuts if you like more of a crunch
• Add additional spices like nutmeg or allspice
• If you like a sweeter french toast, add some white sugar to your peaches before topping with the bread/egg mixture
• Sub peaches for your personal favorite fruit

More Peach Recipes:

• Peach Smoothie Recipe
• 3 Ingredient Peach-Mango Smoothie
• How to pit clingsone peaches

How to Make Peach Cobbler French Toast

Step 1: Slice the peaches

Before you do anything else, preheat your oven to 350 degrees and start slicing your peaches. It is up to you whether you leave the skin on or not.

Once you’re done, place the peaches in the bottom of a square casserole dish (make sure to grease the pan first!)

Step 2:

Next, drench ripped-up pieces of bread in an egg/milk mixture that is all whisked up. Coat it as well as you can, then add to the pan on top of the peaches.

Step 3: Make the drizzle

All the sweetness in this french toast comes from the brown sugar drizzle. Combine a stick of melted butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon and drizzle HALF over the french toast casserole before baking.

Once the egg is cooked in the french toast (20-25 minutes) you’ll add in the rest of the drizzle.

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Peach Cobbler French Toast – Delicious Recipe

A delicious peach cobbler french toast recipe filled with a sweet bread topping and tart peaches. Serve for breakfast alongside yogurt or ice cream and a glass of orange juice. You’re sure to satisfy your dessert cravings for breakfast with this peach cobbler french toast!

Course Breakfast

Cuisine American

Prep Time 15 minutes minutes

Cook Time 35 minutes minutes

Total Time 50 minutes minutes

Servings 6 servings

Calories 480kcal

Ingredients

• 5 peaches
• 10-12 slices of bread
• 4 eggs
• 2 tbsp milk
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 1/2 cup butter
• 1 tsp cinnamon
• Powdered sugar, to top

Instructions

• Preheat the oven to 350°
• Slice the peaches and put them into a greased 8” x 8” casserole dish.
• Whisk together the eggs and milk in a medium to big sized bowl.
• Break the bread into small pieces and add it to the egg mixture to soak evenly.
• Toss the bread into the casserole dish over the pan of peaches.
• Mix the melted butter, cinnamon, and brown sugar. Pour half the mixture over the bread. Set the other half aside.
• Bake for 20-25 minutes, until the eggs are cooked through.
• Add the rest of the butter sauce to the casserole.
• Cook for 5-10 minutes more.
• Serve and enjoy with yogurt or ice cream!

Notes

• I used fresh peaches mainly because I like to avoid the inner aisles at the supermarket, but you could use a can of peaches if you prefer! This allows you to skip the slicing or make the recipe out of season. You can use two cans of peaches. Be sure to drain out the excess liquids before putting them in the casserole dish.
• When you add the bread to the egg mixture, it might get messy. I would recommend using a bigger bowl than you think you’d need. (Or just embrace the mess and save the space in your dishwasher. That’s the method I opted for!)
• When you add the butter sauce, try to find pieces of bread that need a little bit of love. The fewer dry pieces of bread you cook, the fewer crunchy bites you’ll have. (A little bit of crunch can be nice, but I’ve had straight-up croutons in my french toast casserole and that was not a pleasant experience.)
• Ice cream goes great with this dish! However, yogurt would be a better option for breakfast. Unless you choose to live on the edge!

Nutrition

Calories: 480kcal

French Toast Questions

Let’s close out this post by talking about some of the commonly asked questions about making french toast!

Which bread is best for french toast?

The 3 recommended breads for french toast are brioche, challah, and french bread. I used a mix of brioche and standard white bread when I made this recipe. It turned out great. You can experiment with a variety of breads to see what you like best!

Is French toast casserole supposed to be gooey in the middle?

Yes, French Toast casserole usually has an element of soft, gooeyness to it. This doesn’t necessarily mean the egg isn’t done. The juices from the peaches or other fruit you’re using can cause sogginess as well. Now that said, you still want to cook your french toast casserole well. Make sure to always follow recipe instructions.

How do you keep cinnamon from clumping in French toast?

Whisk the cinnamon with butter or another ingredient to make sure it doesn’t clump. In this recipe, we whisk it with butter and brown sugar. No clumping at all!

Can I use a different fruit than peaches?

Yes! If you’re not a fan of peaches, you can follow this same recipe but with other fruits placed at the bottom. I’m thinking fruits like berries, pears…the skies the limit! Try whatever your favorite fruit is!

Conclusion

Peach Cobbler french toast is a delicious way to start the morning. This recipe is sure to be a family favorite (my family sure did love it!) So now it’s your turn—get in that kitchen and start cooking, and soon enough you’ll be trying it for yourself! Make sure to post pictures and tag me on Instagram when you’re done!

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Strawberries and grapes taste so good together. Lately I have been trying strawberries in a lot of different smoothie combinations, and this is one of my faves! (Although I also love my strawberry cherry smoothie as well. And if you REALLY love strawberries you might want to check out these muffins).

Ingredients

Frozen Strawberries – these add flavor but also thicken up the smoothie.

Grapes – I used red seedless grapes. This gives the smoothie a great flavor, pairing well with the strawberries and also adding more sweetness!

Grape juice – this intensifies the sweetness and grape flavor in the smoothie. It provides the liquid (no milk or yogurt needed!)

Oats – adding a tablespoon of oats gives the smoothie more texture and protein. You don’t have to add them in, but I highly recommend it! If needed, you can use gluten free oats.

How to Make a Strawberry Grape Smoothie

It is extremely simple to make a strawberry grape smoothie for yourself at home. Here are the steps to follow:

Step 1:

Add all the ingredients to the blender (I use a vitamix)

Step 2:

Blend on high until smooth.

Step 3:

Taste and adjust to your liking. For example, if your fruit was really sour you can add a teaspoon of maple syrup, or if you like a thicker smoothie, you can add more strawberries.

After blending and adjusting as you see fit, simply pour your smoothie into a glass! If you need to make a smoothie for more people, you can easily double or triple this recipe. It is sure to be a crowd pleaser on a hot day! I will definitely be serving this to my family and friends come summertime.

Related: how to tell if strawberries are bad

Customizing your smoothie

If you don’t have the ingredients listed on hands, there are a variety of ways you can customize this smoothie to make it your own!

• Try adding yogurt for a creamier smoothie (if you can have dairy)
• use different grape varieties
• use fresh strawberries (if you do this, just add a few ice cubes to thicken it up!)
• omit the oats or add more depending on the texture you like
• add additional fruits like pineapple, raspberries, or apple

These are just a few ideas! Feel free to customize to your liking.

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Delicious Strawberry Grape Smoothie (Dairy Free!)

A delicious smoothie using just 4 ingredients: frozen strawberries, grapes, oats, and grape juice! This strawberry grape smoothie does not use bananas or yogurt. It is super simple to make, yet perfectly delicious on a hot summer day!

Course Breakfast

Cuisine American

Prep Time 5 minutes minutes

Cook Time 5 minutes minutes

Total Time 10 minutes minutes

Servings 1 servings

Calories 150kcal

Ingredients

• 6 oz frozen strawberries
• 3 oz red seedless grapes
• 3/4 cup grape juice
• 1 tbsp oats

Instructions

• Add all ingredients to the blender and blend on high until smooth.
• Pour into a glass and serve! If desired, sprinkle with more oats and chopped fresh strawberries.

Notes

• The sweetness of the smoothie may vary depending on how sweet your fruit is. If desired, you can add a teaspoon of maple syrup for extra sweetness.
• You can use other fruit juices you have on hand, but the grape juice definitely intensifies the grape flavor.

Nutrition

Calories: 150kcal

Questions About Strawberry & Grape Smoothies

I thought I would finish this post by answering some common questions about smoothies that use strawberries and grapes.

Do strawberries and grapes go together?

Yes, the flavor of strawberries and grapes really does pair well together! You will definitely find that out if you try this smoothie. The tartness of the strawberries and sweetness of the grapes makes for a delicious combination!

Can grapes be frozen for smoothies?

Yes, they certainly can! I used fresh grapes in this smoothie, but you could use frozen as well. This would make the smoothie thicker. You could add more liquid to make it thinner like the recipe, or not if you like the thicker texture.

Can you put grapes with seeds in a smoothie?

Yes, grape seeds are perfectly fine to eat. However, I don’t love the texture this gives a smoothie, so I stuck with red seedless grapes for this recipe. I love the way it turned out!

Can you eat grapes and yogurt together?

Yes, you definitely can! I opted to leave yogurt out of this smoothie to make it dairy-free, but if you like yogurt you can add it in without a problem.

Can this be a grape-strawberry-banana smoothie?

If you want to add banana to this smoothie, that is perfectly fine! Adding a ripe, fresh banana will add creaminess to the smoothie. If you want to add frozen banana, you may need to add more liquid. I left out the banana simply because it tended to overpower the grape flavor.

What blender did you use?

This is a strawberry grape vitamix smoothie. I use my vitamix for all my smoothie recipes, and this one is no exception! It works so well for blending frozen fruit.

More Smoothie Recipes:

• Banana Pear Smoothie
• Easy Peach Smoothie
• Mango Cherry Smoothie
• Peach Mango Smoothie

Conclusion

This strawberry-grape smoothie is a great way to use up summer fruits you have on hand. Try making this smoothie for your kids when they’re itching for something sweet—they’ll love it! My family loves this recipe and I think I’ll definitely be making it more often. If you do make it, make sure to post pictures and tag me on Instagram here!

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