Chocolate Cherry Smoothie
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4.5
Chocolate Cherry Smoothie
Description
The Chocolate Cherry Smoothie features frozen cherries and banana as the primary fruits for natural sweetness and a chilled base. Raw cocoa powder contributes a chocolate flavor, complemented by the nuttiness and richness of almond butter. Baby greens add a subtle earthiness without overpowering the fruit. Vanilla extract rounds out the flavor profile.
All ingredients are blended with water until smooth, with additional liquid added if a thinner consistency is preferred. This smoothie is thick and cold due to the frozen fruits, with a balanced flavor combining sweet, tart, and chocolate notes.
This smoothie works as a nutrient-rich snack or light meal, especially for those wanting to increase fruit and green intake. Variations include adding protein powder for more sustenance or omitting banana to reduce sugar. It is easy to prepare for a quick refreshment or breakfast option.
Ingredients
- 2 cups cherries frozen
- 1/2 banana frozen
- 1 cup baby greens
- 1 cup water
- 2 Tablespoons cocoa powder raw
- 1 Tablespoon almond butter
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla
Instructions
- Blend: Place cherries, banana, almond butter, water, vanilla, cocoa powder, and baby greens into a high powered blender and blend until smooth.
- Taste: Add more liquid (if necessary) to get the consistency you like!
- Serve: Pour into a glass and enjoy!
Notes
- Adding protein powder can turn this smoothie into a more filling meal or snack.
- To lower sugar content, omit the banana, keeping it focused on cherries and greens.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 1Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 389 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1smoothie | |
| Calories | 389kcal | 19% |
| Carbohydrates | 70g | 23% |
| Protein | 12g | 24% |
| Fat | 10g | 15% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Sodium | 50mg | 2% |
| Potassium | 933mg | 20% |
| Fiber | 13g | 52% |
| Sugar | 44g | 88% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.5
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