Almond Butter Smoothie

By Arman Liewupdated on Dec 10, 2025

Total Time 2

Servings 2 servings

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This almond butter smoothie is a quick and easy breakfast that’s surprisingly creamy and filling. I love how deceptively low-carb it is!

I live in a house full of diehard almond butter lovers, and I’m always looking for new ways to incorporate it into my favorite meals. Lately, that means a lot of almond butter smoothies.

Unlike peanut butter, almond butter isn’t overpowering, yet it adds a rich, buttery texture to everything, especially when blended into smoothies. I recently retested it after several readers asked about adding bananas to the original recipe to improve it. However, I found that omitting it still allows the richness of the almond butter to stand out.

Table of Contents

Why I love this recipe
Ingredients needed
How to make an almond butter smoothie
Arman’s recipe tips
Flavor variations
Storage instructions
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Almond Butter Smoothie (Recipe Card)

Why I love this recipe

Thick, creamy, and filling. So you can kickstart your morning or have a satisfying snack in between meals.
It’s easy to customize. I’ve included the base recipe plus five flavor combinations so you can have a new smoothie every day of the week.
Healthy. Almonds are high in protein and healthy fats and surprisingly low in carbohydrates, with only 3 grams of net carbs per smoothie.
3 ingredients. All you need is almond butter, maple syrup, and milk.

Ingredients needed

The complete list with measurements is in the recipe card below.

Almond butter. Smooth or crunchy almond butter with no added sugar.
Maple syrup. It adds a dash of sweetness and pairs beautifully with the almond butter. I used sugar free maple syrup.
Milk of choice. I used unsweetened almond milk, but any milk will do.
Ice. Thickens the smoothie.

How to make an almond butter smoothie

Step 1- Combine and blend. In a high-speed blender, add all of the ingredients and blend until thick and creamy.

Step 2- Serve. Pour into two glasses and serve immediately.

Arman’s recipe tips

Swap the nut butter. Use peanut butter, cashew butter, or even protein cookie butter.
Or make it nut-free. If you or someone you know has a nut allergy, swap the almond butter for tahini or sunflower seed butter.
Pack in more protein. Add 1-2 scoops of protein powder or ½ cup of Greek yogurt.
Skip the ice. Freeze your milk into ice cubes instead. That way, you won’t risk the smoothie getting watered down.
Taste as you go. After you’ve blended your smoothie, taste it and add more maple syrup if needed.
Make a smoothie bowl. Reduce the milk and blend until ultra-thick and creamy, then serve in a shallow bowl with some healthy granola.

Flavor variations

While this smoothie tastes delicious on its own, adding other ingredients adds variety. Here are some ideas:

Banana. Add 1 frozen banana and omit the ice.
Chocolate. Mix in 1-2 tablespoons of cocoa powder.
Spinach. Add a big handful of spinach.
Triple berry. Add ½ cup of frozen blueberries, raspberries, and strawberries.
Superfood. Add two tablespoons of chia seeds or hemp seeds, a dash of cinnamon, and a few kale leaves.

Storage instructions

To store: While the smoothie is best enjoyed fresh, you can store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Be sure to mix it thoroughly before consuming to ensure there has been no separation.

To freeze: Pour the smoothie into an ice cube tray or a shallow container, and store it in the freezer for up to 6 months. When ready to enjoy, place the ice cubes/block in the freezer and blend until smooth.

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