Cherry Almond Smoothie (Print View)

A luscious six-ingredient blend featuring tart cherries, creamy almond butter, and Greek yogurt for a refreshing morning treat.

# Components:

→ Fruit

01 - 1 cup frozen tart cherries, pitted
02 - 1 ripe banana, fresh or frozen, sliced

→ Dairy Alternatives

03 - 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt or plant-based yogurt

→ Liquid

04 - 1 cup unsweetened almond milk

→ Nuts & Flavor

05 - 2 tablespoons almond butter

→ Sweetener

06 - 1 tablespoon pure maple syrup, optional

# Directions:

01 - Add frozen tart cherries, sliced banana, Greek yogurt or plant-based alternative, almond milk, almond butter, and maple syrup to blender.
02 - Blend on high speed for approximately 1 minute until mixture reaches completely smooth and creamy consistency.
03 - Taste smoothie and adjust sweetness level by adding additional maple syrup if desired.
04 - Pour into two glasses and serve immediately, garnishing with sliced almonds or additional cherries if desired.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Quick and Easy: Ready in just 5 minutes with minimal cleanup.
  • Nutrient-Dense: Packed with fruit, healthy fats from almond butter, and protein.
  • Customizable: Easily adaptable for dairy-free or high-protein diets.
  • Delicious Flavor: A perfect balance of tart cherries and nutty almond.
02 -
  • Use pitted tart cherries for the best flavor balance with the almond butter.
  • If you have a nut allergy, substitute sunflower seed butter and use a nut-free milk alternative like oat or soy.
  • Always check product labels for possible allergens to ensure the recipe fits your dietary needs.
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