Drinks Smoothies Fruit Smoothies Healthy Apple Smoothie Recipes Apple-Peanut Butter Smoothie 4.2 (18) 15 Reviews Apples and peanut butter are a classic pair. Try them blended together in this healthy smoothie recipe. By Breana Lai Killeen, M.P.H., RD Breana Lai Killeen, M.P.H., RD Breana Lai Killeen, M.P.H, RD, is a Chinese and Jewish chef and dietitian who has worked in all facets of the food world. She is a recipe developer, culinary nutritionist and marketing specialist with more than 15 years of experience creating editorial and digital content for top food and kitchen brands. EatingWell's Editorial Guidelines Updated on March 28, 2024 Reviewed by Dietitian Victoria Seaver, M.S., RD Reviewed by Dietitian Victoria Seaver, M.S., RD Victoria Seaver is a registered dietitian and Editorial Director for EatingWell.com. She completed her undergraduate degree in nutrition, dietetics and food science and her masters degree and dietetic internship at the University of Vermont. Victoria has been a part of the EatingWell.com team since 2015. EatingWell's Editorial Guidelines Tested by Learn more about our food philosophy and nutrition parameters." tabindex="0" data-inline-tooltip="true"> EatingWell Test Kitchen Tested by EatingWell Test Kitchen The EatingWell Test Kitchen is comprised of a group of culinary professionals who develop and test our recipes. Our recipes go through a rigorous process, which includes testing by trained recipe testers, using different equipment (e.g., gas and electric stoves) and a variety of tools and techniques to make sure that it will really work when you make it at home. Testers shop major supermarkets to research availability of ingredients. Finally, a Registered Dietitian reviews each recipe to ensure that we deliver food that's not only delicious, but adheres to our nutrition guidelines as well. Learn more about our food philosophy and nutrition parameters. Meet the EatingWell Test Kitchen Rate PRINT Share Prep Time: 5 mins Total Time: 5 mins Servings: 1 Yield: 1 serving Nutrition Profile: High-Calcium Bone-Health Dairy-Free Healthy Aging Low-Sodium Soy-Free Vegan Egg-Free Gluten-Free Low-Calorie Jump to Nutrition Facts What Type of Apple Should I Use for the Smoothie? You can use any variety of apples that you have on hand. Sweet and crisp apples like Fuji, Gala and Honeycrisp would work well here, but you can also use Granny Smith for its sharp, tart flavor. Read more about apple varieties and how to choose the perfect apple for recipes. Should I Peel the Apple for the Smoothie? There's no need to peel the apple for this recipe—simply remove the core and seeds. The whole fruit, peel and all, is nutritious and includes fiber that will help keep you satisfied. Read more about the health benefits of apples. Can I Swap in a Different Nut Butter? Of course! We recommend using nut butters with a "natural" label. Confirm that the ingredients are just nuts and salt (or no salt). Additional reporting by Jan Valdez Ingredients 1 cup unsweetened almond milk 1 small apple, chopped 2 tablespoons natural peanut butter 2 teaspoons honey (Optional) 1 teaspoon vanilla extract ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon 4-6 ice cubes Directions Combine almond milk, apple, peanut butter, honey (if using), vanilla, cinnamon and ice cubes in a blender. Puree until smooth. Equipment Blender Originally appeared: EatingWell.com October 2016; updated November 2022 Rate It Print Nutrition Facts (per serving) 317 Calories 19g Fat 25g Carbs 8g Protein Show Full Nutrition Label Hide Full Nutrition Label Nutrition Facts Servings Per Recipe 1 Serving Size 2 1/2 cups Calories 317 % Daily Value * Total Carbohydrate 25g 9% Dietary Fiber 5g 18% Total Sugars 15g Protein 8g 17% Total Fat 19g 24% Saturated Fat 3g 13% Vitamin A 522IU 10% Vitamin C 5mg 6% Sodium 278mg 12% Calcium 466mg 36% Iron 1mg 5% Magnesium 7mg 2% Potassium 164mg 3% Nutrition information is calculated by a registered dietitian using an ingredient database but should be considered an estimate. * Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each of those total recommended amounts. Per the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the daily value is based on a standard 2,000 calorie diet. Depending on your calorie needs or if you have a health condition, you may need more or less of particular nutrients. (For example, it’s recommended that people following a heart-healthy diet eat less sodium on a daily basis compared to those following a standard diet.) (-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a special diet for medical reasons, be sure to consult with your primary care provider or a registered dietitian to better understand your personal nutrition needs. Powered by the ESHA Research Database © 2018, ESHA Research, Inc. All Rights Reserved