Peach Basil Kefir Smoothie
A creamy, gut-friendly smoothie blending ripe peaches, fresh basil, and frozen kefir cubes. Ready in 5 minutes, perfect for a quick, healthy boost!
Equipment
- High speed blender
Ingredients
- ½ cup Plain whole‑milk kefir For kefir ice cubes
- 2 tablespoons Plain whole‑milk kefir Extra for kefir ice cubes
- 2 whole Ripe medium peaches Pitted, quartered, no need to peel
- 4 large Basil leaves Fresh
- 5 cubes Frozen kefir cubes Thickened, frozen kefir, prepared in advance
Additional
- 1 tablespoon Raw buckwheat honey Optional sweetener
- 1 tablespoon Manuka honey Optional sweetener
- 1 tablespoon Almond butter For healthy fats
- ½ cup Coconut yogurt Optional creamy variation
- ½ cup Almond milk Optional liquid base
- ⅓ cup Dry oats
- ¼ teaspoon Saigon cinnamon Optional for flavor helps regulate blood sugar levels
- 1 tablespoon Collagen powder Optional protein boost
- 1 scoop Protein powder Optional protein boost
- 1 scoop Greens powder Optional nutrient boost
- 1 handful Baby spinach or kale Nutrient-dense greens
Instructions
Make kefir ice cubes:
- Divide kefir into 5 slots of an ice cube tray, using about 2 tablespoons for each cube. Freeze overnight, remove from tray, and advance-store in a ziploc freezer bag in the freezer.
Blend everything:
- Add peaches to the blender and pulse at medium speed until smooth, scraping sides as needed. Then add basil and frozen kefir cubes and blend until cold, creamy, and completely uniform.
Serve immediately:
- Pour into a tall glass, garnish with extra peaches if desired, and Save or Print your own copy of the Peach Basil Kefir Smoothie Recipe in Cook Mode to Keep Screen Awake.
Make-ahead tip:
- Because the kefir cubes are already stored, this smoothie truly takes Active 5 mins and Total 5 mins prep time—perfect for busy mornings.
Notes
This Peach Basil Kefir Smoothie blends luscious peaches, fresh basil, and frozen kefir cubes into a creamy, probiotic-rich drink. Ready in just 5 minutes, it's a refreshing, gut-healthy treat perfect for breakfast or a quick snack. Customize with honey, greens, or protein for extra nutrition.
| Nutrient | Amount Per Serving |
|---|---|
| Calories | 180 kcal |
| Protein | 8 g |
| Total Fat | 4 g |
| Saturated Fat | 2 g |
| Carbohydrates | 28 g |
| Dietary Fiber | 3 g |
| Sugars | 22 g (natural) |
| Cholesterol | 15 mg |
| Sodium | 60 mg |
| Potassium | 450 mg |
| Calcium | 250 mg (25% DV) |
| Vitamin A | 15% DV |
| Vitamin C | 20% DV |
| Vitamin D | 10% DV |
| Vitamin K | 8% DV |
| Probiotics | High |