This copycat Tropical Smoothie peanut paradise recipe takes just five minutes to make and can be easily devoured. The creamy peanut butter and ripe bananas helps make this tasty smoothie an absolutely delicious drink. Leaving your taste buds wanting to drink another one soon. And you have the option of making it a thin or thick smoothie. Making it versatile for everyone.
Smoothies can be enjoyed year-round. This copycat peanut paradise Tropical Smoothie is no exception. Although it can be extra refreshing enjoying delicious smoothies in the spring and summer time.
There are benefits to making this copycat Tropical Smoothie Cafe smoothie yourself. One being that it is less expensive and two, you can add what you would like to it. And the added bonus of not chancing having to wait a long time in line to purchase one.
Another delicious copycat recipe is this copycat Tropical Smoothie peanut butter cup recipe. This peanut butter cup smoothie is another popular smoothie choice. With only six ingredients and little time to make it, is definitely another winner to try.
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Ingredients for this Copycat Peanut Paradise Smoothie!
- Unsweetened almond milk
- Frozen bananas-I use one and a half bananas. Using small banana slices can blend in the mixture easier rather than a whole banana. Add the extra frozen banana for added banana flavor.
- Vanilla Greek yogurt-I used whole milk Greek yogurt.
- Peanut butter - I use a creamy peanut butter for the creamy texture.
- Peanuts - I add unshelled peanuts to the mixture.
- Ice cubes
See recipe card for quantities.
Instructions to make this Copycat Tropical Smoothie Peanut Paradise Recipe!
- Step 1: Pour the almond unsweetened milk, Vanilla Greek yogurt and ice cubes in the blender. Puree for about thirty seconds. The consistency may look like cottage cheese for reference.
2. Step 2: Add the remaining ingredients to the blender. Puree for about thirty seconds. The consistency will be smooth. Pour into a glass and enjoy.
Hint: You can use fresh bananas that are not frozen for this recipe if you would prefer
Variations
- Crunchy peanut butter - Do you like crunchy peanut butter rather than creamy? No problem, you can add that in.
- Non-fat Greek yogurt - you can try using this in place of full fat yogurt.
- Milk - Options for a different type of milk are soy milk, coconut milk and oat milk. I have not tried these for this recipe.
- Extra flavoring - try maple syrup, cocoa powder, cashew butter or fresh fruit to your peanut paradise smoothie recipe. There are also options of chia seeds and chocolate protein powder. I have also not tried these ingredients for this recipe.
Equipment
- Measuring cup
- Blender
- Airtight container or ice cube tray
Storage
If there is any leftover smoothie, there are a couple ways that you can store it.
- Ice cube trays
- Airtight container
For best results, refrigerate for up to one day. Or freeze for up to one month.
Frugal Tip
Going to the Tropical Smoothie and purchasing this smoothie will cost round $7.00. This recipe will save you money and you can control what exactly goes into it. If you do not have all the ingredients listed, there are others you may have to include instead. Saving money and creating the perfect taste you want.
FAQ
The Tropical Smoothie Peanut Paradise includes the ingredients banana, peanut butter and non-fat yogurt. It also includes either whey protein or pea.
There are different benefits to adding peanut butter to smoothies. Which can attract some to add it to their smoothies. Some of the benefits include the taste, its' healthy fats and it can add some extra protein.
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Copycat Tropical Smoothie Peanut Paradise Recipe!
Equipment
- 1 Cup
- 1 blender
- 1 Airtight container
Ingredients
- ¾ cup almond unsweetened milk
- 1.5 bananas
- ¾ cup whole milk Greek vanilla yogurt
- ¼ cup creamy peanut butter
- ⅛ cup peanuts
- 1 cup ice cubes
Instructions
- Pour the almond unsweetened milk, Vanilla Greek yogurt and ice cubes in the blender. Puree for about thirty seconds. The consistency may look like cottage cheese for reference.
- Add the remaining ingredients to the blender. Puree for about thirty seconds. The consistency will be smooth. Pour into a glass and enjoy.
Notes
Hint:
You can use fresh bananas that are not frozen for this recipe if you would prefer.Storage
If there is any leftover smoothie, there are a couple ways that you can store it.- Ice cube trays
- Airtight container
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