Cherry Almond Smoothie (Printable Version)

Tart cherry and almond smoothie bursting with flavor and creaminess. Quick, easy, and perfect for breakfast or refreshing snacks.

# What You’ll Need:

→ 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 and Flavor

05 - 2 tablespoons almond butter

→ Sweetener

06 - 1 tablespoon pure maple syrup, optional

# Step-by-Step Guide:

01 - Add frozen cherries, banana slices, Greek yogurt or plant-based yogurt, 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 as needed by adding additional maple syrup
04 - Pour into two glasses and serve immediately, garnishing with sliced almonds or fresh cherries if desired

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • It takes just five minutes from freezer to glass, making mornings feel effortless.
  • The balance of tart cherries and creamy almond butter creates a flavor that feels indulgent but nourishing.
  • You can easily customize it to be dairy-free, vegan, or packed with extra protein depending on your needs.
02 -
  • Using a frozen banana instead of fresh makes the smoothie thick and frosty without watering it down with ice.
  • If your blender struggles, add a splash more almond milk to get things moving, but go slowly so it doesn't get too thin.
  • Taste before adding sweetener, sometimes the banana alone is sweet enough depending on how ripe it is.
03 -
  • Blend the almond butter with the liquid first for a few seconds to prevent it from clumping at the bottom.
  • If the smoothie is too tart for your taste, add a few extra slices of banana instead of more syrup for natural sweetness.
  • Use a high-speed blender if possible, it makes the texture unbelievably silky and smooth.
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