
A classic peanut butter and jelly smoothie. Mmm! Wonderful!
The recipe is from Averie at AverieCooks.
This tasty smoothie is very high in calories, so if calories are important to you, see our tips following the recipe to see how to lower the calorie count.
However, Averie says ...
Although this sounds like a total rookie smoothie-making admission, I have never been able to get the perfect PB & J flavor I’ve always wanted in a PB & J smoothie until now.
So …
Recipe: Classic PB & J Smoothie from only 115 Calories
Ingredients:
1 ripe, medium Banana, frozen
6-ounce Greek Yogurt, nonfat, unsweetened
1/2 tsp Vanilla Extract
1 cup frozen Berries, mixed, your choice
heaping 1/3 cup creamy Peanut Butter
1/2 -1 cup Almond Milk, or your choice, adjust to taste
handful or 2 of Ice cubes
Optional: Honey, to taste (add 21 cals / tsp)
OR extra 1/2 t Vanilla (add 6 cals)
Blend until smooth and enjoy.
Calories per serving of Original recipe:
Serves 4; approx 195 cals each
Serves 3; approx 260 cals each
Serves 2; approx 390 cals each
Simple Options to Reduce the Calorie Count:
You can vary the quantity of peanut butter to reduce the calories, without sacrificing flavor.
1. Use 4 Tbs PB
Thus making the calories as follows:
Serves 4; approx 160 cals each
Serves 3; approx 215 cals each
Serves 2; approx 325 cals each
2. Use 2 Tbs PB
Thus making the calories as follows:
Serves 4; approx 115 cals each
Serves 3; approx 155 cals each
Serves 2; approx 230 cals each
All calorie calculations are an estimate. Calorie-content varies according to product and accuracy of measurement. Check the info on your packaging if you require exact numbers for what you eat.
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Source: AverieCooks
Photo: DrinkMeHealthy
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