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This vanilla peach yogurt smoothie is creamy, lightly sweet and supports gut health. I started taking yogurt more seriously after watching 117-year old Maria Branyas Morera in Amazing Race. She ate three serving of plain Bulgarian yogurt each day, ate lots of fiber and avoided smoking and alcohol. If this is the secret diet to longevity, we should all be blending yogurt into our smoothies!
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Ingredients You’ll Need
To make this a healthy yogurt smoothie, we are using unsweetened yogurt and allowing the peaches, our fruit, to be our sweetener. If it’s not sweet enough for you, add in some honey.
- Plain, unsweetened yogurt: Adds creaminess, protein, and gut-friendly probiotics. You can use plain Greek yogurt, unsweetened goat yogurt or whatever simple variety you like— thickness will differ.
- Frozen peaches: These bring natural sweetness and that irresistible fruity flavor. You can buy frozen peaches in the freezer section of most supermarkets, or cut up and freeze your own.
- Raw cashews: They make your smoothie extra rich and creamy without needing extra yogurt. Pick them up from the bulk bins at any grocery store.
- Vanilla bean paste: This tiny ingredient makes a big difference, it gives that deep vanilla flavor. Look for it in the baking section near vanilla extract.
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How to Make a Yogurt Smoothie
Making this peach yogurt smoothie couldn’t be easier, honestly, it’s the kind of recipe you’ll memorize after the first try. Here’s how to blend up the perfect creamy, peachy goodness every time:
- Start by spooning the unsweetened yogurt into your blender. This creamy base gives the smoothie its rich texture and that perfect tangy balance.
- Toss in your frozen peaches (no need to thaw!). They bring natural sweetness and make your smoothie thick.
- Add raw cashews for extra creaminess, a drizzle of honey (if you like it sweet), and a touch of vanilla bean paste for that warm flavor.
- Blend until smooth and then pour into a glass. Sip, smile, and enjoy your creamy, naturally sweet yogurt smoothie.
Recipe Tips
Adjust the thickness: If you want your smoothie extra thick and creamy (like milkshake-thick), freeze the yogurt in an ice cube tray the night before.
Storage idea: Pre-portion your fruit and yogurt into freezer bags or jars, then just blend with a splash of water or extra yogurt when you’re ready.
Easy Swaps and Add-Ins
This yogurt smoothie is easy to make your own, whether you’re switching up the fruit or adding a little extra nutrition. Here are a few simple ways to customize it:
- Fruit swaps: No peaches? Frozen mango, strawberries, or pineapple blend beautifully and keep that sweet, sunny flavor.
- Dairy-free option: Swap the yogurt for an unsweetened coconut or almond milk yogurt to keep it creamy and plant-based.
- Sweetness boost: If your peaches aren’t very ripe, add a drizzle of honey, maple syrup, or blend in a couple of dates.
- Protein power: Add a scoop of my homemade protein powder or a spoonful of nut butter.
- Extra nutrition: A handful of spinach mixes in easily and won’t affect the flavor.
Nutritional Benefits of Yogurt
Yogurt isn’t just creamy and delicious, it’s a nutrition powerhouse. It’s packed with high-quality protein to keep you full longer, plus live probiotics that support digestion and a healthy gut. Bonus: because the lactose is partially broken down during fermentation, yogurt is often easier to digest than regular milk, making it a great option even for those with mild lactose sensitivity.
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More Yogurt Smoothies You’ll Love
If you’re into the creamy, dreamy goodness of this yogurt smoothie recipe, you’ll definitely want to try a few more blends that keep that same smooth vibe going:
- Yogurt persimmon smoothie brings a cozy, honey-sweet flavor that feels like fall in a glass. It’s rich, velvety, and naturally sweetened, perfect for a nourishing breakfast or afternoon pick-me-up.
- Pineapple smoothie is a great tropical drink! Bright, tangy, and packed with vitamin C, it’s sunshine you can sip.
- Mango smoothie delivers that golden, creamy goodness that never fails to hit the spot.
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Vanilla Peach Yogurt Smoothie
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsweetened yogurt
- 1 cup peaches frozen
- 2 tablespoon raw cashews
- 1 tablespoon raw honey optional
- ½ teaspoon vanilla bean paste or 1/2 vanilla bean scraped
Instructions
- Place ingredients into blender and puree until smooth.
- Pour into a glass and enjoy!
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Notes
- Sweetness level: If your peaches are extra ripe or you prefer a lighter smoothie, skip the honey.
- Yogurt type: Greek yogurt will make your smoothie thicker and higher in protein, while regular yogurt gives a lighter, drinkable texture.
- Nut-free option: Swap the cashews for a tablespoon of chia seeds or rolled oats for creaminess without the nuts.
- Extra chill: Add a few ice cubes before blending or freeze your yogurt in an ice tray for a milkshake-like texture.
Nutrition
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Leave a review for a chance to win signed copies of my cookbooks!Common Questions
Yes! Just swap the yogurt for an unsweetened coconut or almond milk yogurt to keep the smoothie creamy and plant-based. It blends beautifully with the peaches and vanilla, and the flavor stays bright and refreshing.
Yes, fresh peaches work great in this smoothie. Just add a handful of ice to help chill and thicken the blend. Frozen fruit creates that milkshake-like texture, but fresh fruit gives a softer, juicy flavor.
Greek yogurt makes this smoothie thicker and higher in protein, almost like a peach shake. Regular yogurt keeps it lighter and easier to sip. Either option works, so choose the texture you enjoy most.
Almost any fruit works great with yogurt! Popular choices include bananas, strawberries, blueberries, mangoes, peaches, and pineapple. For something extra refreshing, try adding citrus fruits or a handful of spinach for a subtle green smoothie twist.
Light and lovely smoothie.
But, after several days of green smoothies, I find myself missing them.
Thank U very much for sharing your recipes.
We love that you like the green smoothies so much. Keep rawking them, Linda.
Been trying your green smoothie recipes for a week. Made a combination of your Vanilla Yogurt smoothie and Warm Apple smothie, followed directions for Vanilla yogurt smoothie,added 1Apple, 2 tbsp.oatmeal, 2 dates, and 1/4 cup almond milk. Wonderful result; an Apple Crisp flavored smoothie. Just had to tell you.
I made this today with some homemade yogurt and it was amazing!! Next time I’m going to make it as a smoothie bowl and eat with granola.
Made this into a smoothie bowl for breakfast with granola, strawberries, and bananas. It was delish!
Yum Olivia! Rawkstar breakfast!
Mmmmmm… awesome.
I had this for a snack today and it was delicious! I’m not the biggest yogurt fan but it totally works in this recipe.
Yay for yogurt!
I always wondered why you didn’t have a yogurt smoothie on your blog, This was the first sorta smoothie I ever made— of course it was way unhealthier than this one. Yet I like how you give options with yogurt types and that you use fruit and honey as the sweetener (instead of the yogurt with the sugar added into it).
Yogurt for the win! Yay!