Peanut butter smoothies may sound to decadent to fit into a diabetes diet, but these are not the 'hands-off' breakfast treats you may think they are. Peanut butter not only helps contribute to a smooth smoothie texture, but it provides protein and a little bit of fat to help round out your meal.
Directions for all 3 recipes:
Place all ingredients in a blender and blend until smooth.
Peanut Butter and Jelly Smoothie
(45 grams carbohydrate, 350 calories, 18% calories from fat)
- 1 1/2 cup skim milk
- 6 oz low-fat vanilla yogurt
- 1 Tbsp low-fat peanut butter
- 1 1/4 cup strawberries
- 4 to 5 ice cubes
Peanut Butter and Banana Smoothie
(45 grams carbohydrate, 350 calories, 18% calories from fat)
- 1 1/2 cup skim milk
- 6 oz low-fat vanilla yogurt
- 1 Tbsp peanut butter
- 1 small 4oz banana
- 4 to 5 ice cubes
Chocolate Peanut Butter Smoothie
(47 grams carbohydrate, 450 calories, 16% calories from fat)
- 1 1/2 cup skim milk
- 6 oz low-fat vanilla yogurt
- 1 Tbsp peanut butter
- 1/2 small, 4oz banana
- 1 packet no sugar added chocolate instant breakfast powder
- 4 to 5 ice cubes
