6 Creamy Smoothies That Taste Like Dessert

I remember summers at my grandma’s house, where she’d blend up fresh fruits into treats that felt like a special reward. One day, I tried recreating that magic at home but made them taste like my favorite desserts. These smoothies changed how I snack. They use simple ingredients for creaminess without heavy calories. Each one takes under 10 minutes. Try them for breakfast or after dinner.

Chocolate Peanut Butter Smoothie

This smoothie recalls a peanut butter cup. It blends banana and cocoa for richness.

Prep time: 5 minutes Total time: 5 minutes Servings: 1

Ingredients

• 1 frozen banana
• 1 tablespoon peanut butter
• 1 tablespoon cocoa powder
• 1 cup almond milk
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

1. Add frozen banana to blender.
2. Spoon in peanut butter and cocoa powder.
3. Pour in almond milk and vanilla extract.
4. Blend on high until smooth.
5. Pour into a glass and serve right away.

For more peanut flavors, check our smash burger sauce recipe.

Strawberry Cheesecake Smoothie

It tastes like cheesecake with tangy yogurt and fresh berries.

Prep time: 5 minutes Total time: 5 minutes Servings: 1

Ingredients

• 1 cup frozen strawberries
• 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
• 1/2 cup milk
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

1. Place frozen strawberries in blender.
2. Add Greek yogurt and milk.
3. Drizzle in honey and vanilla extract.
4. Blend until creamy.
5. Serve in a chilled glass.

Pair it with our southern mac and cheese recipe for a cheesy twist.

Apple Pie Smoothie

This one brings apple pie warmth with cinnamon spice.

Prep time: 5 minutes Total time: 5 minutes Servings: 1

Ingredients

• 1 apple, chopped and frozen
• 1/2 cup oats
• 1 cup milk
• 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1 tablespoon maple syrup

Instructions

1. Add frozen apple to blender.
2. Toss in oats and pour milk.
3. Sprinkle cinnamon and add maple syrup.
4. Blend on medium then high.
5. Enjoy fresh.

Try our 10 vegetable soup recipes for more apple ideas.

Mint Chocolate Chip Smoothie

Like ice cream, but with fresh mint leaves.

Prep time: 5 minutes Total time: 5 minutes Servings: 1

Ingredients

• 1 frozen banana
• A handful of spinach
• 1 tablespoon cocoa powder
• 5 fresh mint leaves
• 1 cup coconut milk
• 1 tablespoon chocolate chips

Instructions

1. Put frozen banana and spinach in blender.
2. Add cocoa powder and mint leaves.
3. Pour coconut milk.
4. Blend until green and smooth.
5. Stir in chocolate chips and serve.

Pineapple Coconut Smoothie

Tropical like pina colada, creamy from coconut.

Prep time: 5 minutes Total time: 5 minutes Servings: 1

Ingredients

• 1 cup frozen pineapple
• 1/2 cup coconut yogurt
• 1 cup coconut water
• 1 tablespoon