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Almond Cherry Smoothie (my favorite smoothie ever!)

Delicious cherry smoothie recipe made with tart cherries, banana, creamy almond butter and a hint of almond extract. Add your favorite mix-ins, a boost of protein and a handful of spinach to this vegan cherry smoothie for a wonderful and refreshing breakfast or snack.

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
10 mins
Servings: 1 serving
Calories: 326 kcal
Course: Breakfast , Snacks , Lunch
Cuisine: American , Vegan

Ingredients

  • 1 ripe banana, preferably frozen
  • 1 cup frozen cherries (or a cherry and berry mix is great!)
  • 2 cups organic spinach (note that this will change the color of the smoothie, but not the flavor)
  • 1 tablespoon almond butter
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon almond extract
  • 1/2 cup almond milk (or dairy free milk of choice)
  • Optional add-ins:
  • 1 scoop your favorite protein powder
  • 1 tablespoon Cocoa or cacao powder

Instructions

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  1. Add all ingredients to a high powered blender and blend until smooth and creamy. Add more milk if necessary. Serves 1. Feel free to double the recipe to serve 2!

Notes

  • Have fun with some delicious add-ins to really make this cherry smoothie your own! Here are some suggestions:
  • Flaxseed meal: this is one of my favorite ingredients to add to shakes and smoothies for a little boost of fiber and minerals. It’s especially great for nursing mamas as flaxseed can help increase milk supply. Usually a tablespoon is plenty! Here’s a brand I love.
  • Chia or hemp seeds: add in a tablespoon of chia seeds or hemp seeds for a boost of healthy fats, fiber & omega-3s.
  • Greek yogurt: add a boost of protein with a scoop of Greek yogurt (or your favorite dairy free yogurt). You may have to reduce the almond milk to 1/4 cup in this recipe when adding yogurt.
  • Protein powder or collagen peptides: another great way to add some protein. A plain, vanilla or even chocolate flavored protein powder in this recipe. Here is a great plant-based option.
  • Cocoa or cacao powder: turn this into an amazing chocolate cherry smoothie while adding a great source of antioxidants. I recommend 1 tablespoon of cocoa or cacao powder.

Nutrition Information

Serving 1smoothie Calories 326cal (16%) Carbohydrates 56.2g (19%) Protein 7g (14%) Fat 10.1g (16%) Saturated Fat 0.9g (5%) Fiber 11.9g (48%) Sugar 32.7g (65%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 1serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 326

% Daily Value*

Serving 1smoothie
Calories 326cal 16%
Carbohydrates 56.2g 19%
Protein 7g 14%
Fat 10.1g 16%
Saturated Fat 0.9g 5%
Fiber 11.9g 48%
Sugar 32.7g 65%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.