I am in love with Jamba Juice. I swear I could eat there every day. Unfortunately, they don’t have a location where I live. (What the heck?!) It is so hot here I crave one once a day…at least.
Anyway one of my favorite smoothies is the chunky strawberry topper. So, this week I made it my mission to make my own version, and I think I did pretty well! I love the unexpected marriage of strawberries and peanut butter. I feel like that extra protein gives me the burst I need in the mornings these days.
Here’s my recipe:
1/4 cup oats
1/2 cup yogurt (I used strawberry but you could sub for plain, vanilla or peach)
1 frozen banana
1 cup frozen strawberries
1 heaping spoon of peanut butter (I use chunky, of course!)
1/2 cup milk
granola and fresh banana to top
Put all ingredients in blender, reserving granola and fresh banana. If you don’t have a frozen banana you can substitute a fresh banana and a few ice cubes. Divide into two cups and add granola and fresh banana.
I love everything about this smoothie, but here are two of my favorite things: number one, it is so thick and delicious. Second, no added sugar!
Woo hoo for delicious healthfulness.
i looked at so many recipes for this before finding yours. this is going to save me sooooo much money. i go to jamba way too often, all three employees know not just my order but know me by name. im writing this comment while eating my first try at your recipe. delicious!
Oh YAY!!! I am so so glad that you love it as much as I do! Seriously Jamba is so yummy but it really adds up! Thanks for commenting, made my day.
The reason that you didn’t have to put any added sugar is because your ingredients added it for you. Yogurt has added sugar, and granola and peanut butter are packed with it. Having said that, I specifically sought out this recipe because it’s delicious and fresh tasting. I just think it’s important to be clear with yourself and your readers about what’s in it so that everyone can plan accordingly.
My boyfriend and I have been making our version of the CSS and it was good but I tried your recipe this morning and loved it! The Jamba Juice near me is ALWAYS out of peanut butter or yellow fresh bananas or I would buy them 2-3 times a week;now I dont have to. Thank u!
Yay!! So so glad you love it as much as I do! Best ever!
What kind of yogurt works best?
just made this and it tastes exactly like it! thank you so much I love this recipe! and by the way all you have to do is go to Walmart, and they sell organic pumpkin flax seed granola and that’s what they use an actual recipe
No way!!! Thank you so much for the tip! I can’t wait to buy some!
The granola is a staple at Costco, as well, and has been for a number of years. It’s made by Nature’s Path. Like Kelly said ^^^, it’s the Pumpkin Seed and Flax granola.
Chunky Strawberry is the only thing I’ve tasted at JJ. I used to have one every Friday when I worked in NYC. I love this!!!! Can’t wait to make it!!!
Are the oats cooked or just raw?
Just raw!!
Quick cook? Or steel cook?
Quick cook oats are just cut really skinny (like would be in an instant oatmeal packet) they are just flat, but really any oats should work fine!
I’ve never been to Jamba Juice but that looks delicious!
Yum! Thanks for giving us the recipe!! I LOVE JAMBA JUICE
Great post. I found this through the Create and Inspire linky party. I linked in a rhubarb and banana jam I did to use up old bananas.
Cheers
Great recipe! Love strawberries!! Thanks for sharing at the Pomp Party! Pinning to our Pomp Party board!