Description
A quick and delicious cherry smoothie packed with gut-healthy ingredients like flaxseed, Greek yogurt, and fresh or frozen cherries. This creamy smoothie is perfect for a nutritious breakfast or snack, offering natural sweetness and a boost of fiber and probiotics.
Ingredients
Scale
Fruits
- 2 cups Cherries (Frozen or fresh)
- 1 medium Banana (Can swap with mango or avocado)
Dairy & Dairy Alternatives
- 1 cup Greek Yogurt (Can substitute with dairy-free yogurt)
- 1 cup Almond Milk (Or use oat, soy, or dairy milk)
Seeds & Sweeteners
- 2 tablespoons Flaxseed (Can substitute with chia or hemp seeds)
- 1 tablespoon Honey or Maple Syrup (For sweetness; could use agave nectar)
Spices (Optional)
- 1 teaspoon Cinnamon (Optional, or can substitute with ginger)
Instructions
- Gather Ingredients: Collect all the needed ingredients including cherries, Greek yogurt, banana, almond milk, flaxseed, sweetener, and cinnamon if using.
- Combine in Blender: Add the frozen cherries, Greek yogurt, banana, almond milk, flaxseed, and your choice of sweetener into a high-speed blender.
- Blend Smoothie: Blend on high speed for 30 to 60 seconds until the mixture is creamy and smooth, stopping to scrape down the blender sides as needed for even blending.
- Adjust Sweetness: Taste the smoothie and add more sweetener if desired, then blend briefly again to mix.
- Serve and Garnish: Pour the smoothie into glasses and garnish with extra frozen cherries, chia seeds, or a sprinkle of cinnamon for added flavor and texture.
- Enjoy Immediately: Consume the smoothie promptly after blending to enjoy the best taste and texture.
Notes
- Substitute Greek yogurt with dairy-free yogurt to make this recipe vegan.
- Use agave nectar instead of honey to keep the smoothie vegan friendly.
- For a creamier texture, avocado or mango can replace the banana.
- Adjust the thickness by adding more or less almond milk according to preference.
- Use fresh cherries when in season for best flavor, or frozen cherries for convenience year-round.
