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Peanut Butter Smoothies for Diabetics

More Easy Diabetic Breakfast Ideas for Folks On the Go

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Updated May 26, 2010

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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

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