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Peanut Butter Oatmeal Smoothie

Peanut Butter Oatmeal Smoothie

Melena
This Peanut Butter Oatmeal Smoothie is creamy, smooth, and naturally filling—no gritty oats or overpowering peanut butter here. Made with simple pantry ingredients, it blends into a cozy, nourishing smoothie that’s perfect for breakfast, post-workout fuel, or an easy snack. Ready in under 5 minutes, it’s a reliable go-to you’ll make again and again.
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Prep Time 2 minutes
Cook Time 3 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes

Ingredients
  

  • Main Ingredients
  • ¼ cup rolled oats old-fashioned
  • 2 tbsp creamy peanut butter
  • 1 ripe banana fresh or frozen
  • 1 cup milk dairy or plant-based
  • Flavor Base & Seasonings
  • ½ tsp vanilla extract
  • ¼ tsp ground cinnamon optional
  • 1 –2 tsp honey or maple syrup optional, to taste
  • Pantry Add-Ins Optional
  • ½ cup ice cubes omit if using frozen banana
  • 1 tbsp ground flaxseed or chia seeds
  • 1 scoop vanilla protein powder

Instructions
 

  • Pre-Cooking Prep
  • Measure all ingredients.
  • If using a fresh banana and you like a colder smoothie, add ice.
  • For best texture, blend oats first.
  • Blending Method
  • Add rolled oats to the blender and blend 20–30 seconds until finely ground.
  • Add banana, peanut butter, milk, vanilla, and cinnamon.
  • Blend 30–45 seconds until completely smooth and creamy.
  • Add ice if needed and blend again to desired thickness.
  • Doneness & Texture Check
  • Smooth and creamy with no visible oat pieces
  • Thick but pourable
  • Easily drinkable through a straw
  • Resting & Final Touches
  • Taste and adjust sweetness if needed
  • Pour into a glass and serve immediately
  • Optional: sprinkle cinnamon or drizzle peanut butter on top

Notes

  • Pre-blending oats is the key to avoiding gritty texture.
  • Start with less liquid and add more as needed.
  • A tiny pinch of salt can boost flavor if it tastes flat.