Peanut Butter Oatmeal Smoothie

A quick, creamy breakfast blend that pairs nutty peanut butter with cooked oats for staying power and smooth texture; below you’ll find exact ingredient amounts, blending steps, and smart tweaks to make it every-day ready. For a banana-forward variation and similar recipes, see this banana peanut butter smoothie recipe.

Ingredients and measurements for one serving

Use rolled oats for body and quick cooking; measurement precision keeps texture consistent.

• 1/3 cup cooked rolled oats (or 1/4 cup dry quick oats)
• 1 tablespoon creamy peanut butter (adjust to taste)
• 1 cup milk or plant milk of choice
• 1/2 ripe banana for sweetness (optional)
• 1/2 cup plain yogurt or 1/4 cup silken tofu for creaminess (optional)
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract and a pinch of salt

If you prefer a thicker shake without banana, swap yogurt for frozen banana or add 2–3 ice cubes. For a nut-butter-forward profile similar to classic blends, try the peanut-and-banana proportions in this peanut butter banana smoothie guide.

Step-by-step blending method

Layer liquid, oats, soft fruit, and peanut butter in that order for even blending. Start with milk, add cooked oats, peanut butter, banana or yogurt, then vanilla and salt. Blend on high until silky, about 45–60 seconds. If texture is too thick, add 2 tablespoons of milk and pulse again; if too thin, add a few ice cubes and reblend.

Texture, sweetness, and consistency tips

Adjust sweetness with banana, a drizzle of honey, or a date while keeping oat thickness intact. Use pre-soaked or cooked oats to avoid a gritty mouthfeel. For a warmer, spoonable porridge-like result, blend with hot milk and serve immediately. Swap peanut butter for a natural, runnier version if you want less thick mouthfeel.

Make-ahead, storage, and reheating

Prepare a jar the night before by combining oats, milk, and peanut butter; store sealed in the fridge and shake or reblend in the morning. For longer storage, freeze single portions in ice cube trays and blend frozen cubes with a splash of milk. If reheating, heat gently on the stove and whisk to restore smoothness; avoid boiling to keep peanut oil from separating.

Variations and add-ins to try

Boost protein with a scoop of unflavored protein powder or add cinnamon and cocoa for flavor twists. For plant-based versions, use almond or oat milk and silken tofu; explore fruit swaps like mixed berries for tartness. For more plant-based smoothie inspiration, check this collection of plant-based smoothie ideas for compatible flavor combos.

Conclusion

For a simple five-ingredient approach and another take on the oat-and-peanut combo, review the practical proportions in this Oatmeal Smoothie (Only 5 Ingredients!) – Chef Savvy article. If you want a tested peanut-butter-and-banana version with step photos, see the recipe on WellPlated.com’s oatmeal smoothie with peanut butter and banana.