Dairy-Free Peach Banana Creamsicle Smoothie for First Trimester Cravings
This Dairy-Free Peach Banana Creamsicle Smoothie came from a Monday morning, when I realized I wanted a popsicle for breakfast.
Not just any popsicle, but a summer-y peach one. Peach season was nowhere in sight, but frozen fruit saved the day, and this became my dessert-for-breakfast moment.
On mornings when I needed something more filling, this smoothie always reminded me of my Orange Creamsicle Overnight Oats.
Why This Pregnancy Peach Banana Creamsicle Smoothie Recipe for First Trimester Moms Works
- Gentle sweetness. Satisfies cravings without a sugar overload.
- Easy to digest. Dairy-free and light on the stomach.
- Cooling comfort. Cold and smooth for nausea-prone mornings.
- Balanced energy. Fruit-based sweetness helps avoid crashes.
- Healthy dessert-for-breakfast. Indulgent without sugariness.
How These Ingredients Support You & The Baby
The texture is smooth, creamy, cold in the best way, and just sweet enough to feel indulgent.
The peach flavor is soft and mellow, paired with banana to keep it grounded and gentle.
When I want something similarly light but more tropical, I usually reach for my Dairy-Free Pineapple Banana Smoothie or my Dairy-Free Mango Banana Smoothie.
Prep Time: 5 minutes / Total Time: 5 minutes / Yields: 1-2 servings
Ingredients
- 1 cup (240 ml) 5-Minute Unsweetened Oat Milk
- ½ cup (120 ml) freshly squeezed orange juice (from 1–2 oranges)
- 1 large frozen banana, peeled and cut into chunks
- 1½ cups (225 g) frozen peach slices (or fresh)
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1–2 tablespoons honey or agave syrup
Preparation Instructions for Pregnancy-Friendly Peach Banana Creamsicle Smoothie
- Pour the oat milk and freshly squeezed orange juice into a blender.
- Add the frozen banana, frozen peaches, vanilla extract, and honey.
- Blend on high speed until creamy and completely smooth, about 1–2 minutes. Scrape down the sides if needed and blend again.
- Pour into two glasses. Enjoy!
Tips & Variations For the Best Pregnancy-Safe Peach Banana Creamsicle Smoothie
- Make it heartier: Add 1/4 cup old-fashioned rolled oats or 1 tablespoon chia seeds for a more filling drink.
- Skip the banana: Leave it out and increase the frozen peaches to 2 cups for an all-peach creamsicle smoothie.
- Use leftovers: If I have Banana Nice Cream, I'll add 1/4-1/2 cup of it to the blender instead of using a frozen banana for the recipe.
- Add ice: Throwing 1-3 ice cubes in the blender with the rest of the ingredients can make the smoothie extra cold, which often helps when nausea is at an all-time high.
- Swap the milk: Feel free to use 10-Minute Unsweetened Almond Milk, coconut milk, rice milk, or your favorite plant-based milk. I even have a Sweetened Almond Milk (3-Ways!) recipe.
What to Serve With This Peach Banana Creamsicle Smoothie
Here are my favorite ways to enjoy it:
- On its own.
- Topped with a scoop of Banana Nice Cream for a milkshake-type treat.
- Snacking on my Peanut Butter Banana Rice Cakes.
- With a salted cracker when that's all I can handle.
- With my Pistachio Butter Toast or Peanut Butter Banana Toast for a no-cook breakfast.
- If I'm craving something savory, with my High Fiber Avocado Toast, Hummus Toast, or Roasted Beet Hummus Toast.
- Nibbling on some Dairy-Free Snowball Cookies for dessert.
How to Store This Smoothie
- Fridge: Transfer to an airtight container or jar (fill to the top to minimize air exposure) and store for up to 2 days. Shake/stir well before drinking, as natural separation occurs.
- Freezer (smoothie packs): Except for the oat milk, orange juice, and honey, add all the ingredients to a freezer-safe bag. Freeze for up to 3 months. Add to the blender along with the remaining ingredients for a quick breakfast.
FAQs
Is peach safe to eat during pregnancy?
Are fruit smoothies good during the first trimester?
Is orange juice okay in smoothies while pregnant?
Are cold smoothies better for pregnancy nausea?
Can smoothies help with pregnancy cravings?
Is this smoothie considered healthy for pregnancy?
A Note From My Chaotic Kitchen
First trimester cravings can feel urgent and oddly specific, but honoring them does not mean giving in to a sugar crash later.
Sometimes it means finding a softer version that still brings comfort.
A cold glass, a subtle vanilla flavor, and a few quiet sips can feel like enough to steady the morning.
