Description
Kickstart mornings with this blissful cherry almond morning smoothie, packed with antioxidants and creamy goodness. Quick, nutritious, and delightfully smooth, you’ll crave this energizing blend that turns ordinary breakfasts into delicious wellness moments.
Ingredients
Scale
Fruits and Berries:
- 1 cup (237 ml) frozen cherries
- 1 ripe banana
Dairy and Protein:
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) almond butter
Liquid and Enhancers:
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) almond milk (unsweetened)
- 1/4 teaspoon (1.25 ml) almond extract
- 1 teaspoon (5 ml) honey or maple syrup (optional)
- 2–3 ice cubes (optional for thickness)
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients and place them near a high-powered blender.
- Drop frozen cherries, ripe banana, creamy Greek yogurt, chilled almond milk, smooth almond butter, delicate almond extract, and optional golden honey into the blender container.
- Activate the blender at high speed, processing the mixture until achieving a velvety, uniform consistency with no visible fruit chunks.
- For a more substantial and frosty texture, introduce a handful of ice cubes and pulse briefly until integrated.
- Transfer the silky smoothie into a tall, chilled glass, creating an elegant presentation.
- Embellish the surface with a single fresh cherry or delicate almond slivers to enhance visual appeal.
- Serve the smoothie immediately to preserve its optimal temperature and vibrant flavor profile.
Notes
- Swap frozen cherries with fresh cherries when in season for a brighter, more vibrant flavor profile.
- Use plant-based yogurt and almond milk to make this smoothie vegan-friendly, ensuring everyone can enjoy its deliciousness.
- Add a scoop of protein powder for an extra nutritional boost, perfect for post-workout recovery or morning energy.
- Experiment with different nut butters like cashew or sunflower seed butter if almond isn’t your preference, keeping the creamy texture intact.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Smoothie
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 75mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 10mg