Sweet cherries, frozen bananas, and almond milk blended into a creamy cherry smoothie that is vibrant and refreshing! The perfect pick-me-up anytime of the day.
Almond Cherry Smoothie
Whipping up easy smoothie recipes is one of my favorite ways to pack tons of nutrients into a refreshing drink, whether for breakfast, a workout, or snack.
Using frozen fruit makes a this smoothie with cherries so creamy as it does other fruit smoothies like strawberry banana smoothie and pina colada smoothie. Frozen fruit is picked and frozen at peak ripeness, which means your smoothie is thick and flavorful!
Ingredients Notes
Find the full printable recipe with specific measurements below.
- Almond milk: I use unsweetened almond milk to allow for the natural sweetness of the fruit to do its thing. It’s also thinner than regular milk, which I like because the bananas thicken it enough.
- Frozen cherries and bananas: Frozen bananas add sweetness just in case you end up with extra tart cherries in your batch!
- Almond extract (optional): Almonds and cherries are a beautiful flavor combo.
How to Make a Cherry Smoothie
Add all the ingredients to a blender, pouring the milk in first. Blend until smooth, then pour it into a glass. Enjoy your cherry banana smoothie right away!
Cherry Smoothie Add-Ins
- Chia seeds or hemp seeds add an extra boost of nutrition and fiber.
- Slivered almonds or a drizzle of nut butter for extra almond flavor!
- Cacao nibs adds texture with a deep intense chocolate flavor.
- If you like your smoothie sweeter add honey or pure maple syrup
Tips for the Best Creamy Smoothie
- You can use fresh cherries if preferred. Just be sure to remove the pits first and then pop them in the freezer for a bit.
- Non-dairy coconut milk can add some tropical flavor.
- Swap the almond extract for vanilla extract if you prefer.
- Instead of frozen bananas, try avocado. It’s a source of healthy fat and will keep it nice and creamy.
Turn your smoothie into a bowl and make a PB&J smoothie bowl, acai berry bowl or an easy mango smoothie bowl!
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Cherry Smoothie
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Ingredients
- ½ cup almond milk
- 1 cup frozen cherries
- ½ cup frozen banana
- ¼ teaspoon almond extract
Optional: protein powder, almond butter, 1-2 cups spinach
Instructions
- Add ingredients to blender: Add 1/2 cup almond milk, 1 cup frozen cherries, 1/2 cup frozen banana, 1/4 cup almond extract and any optional ingredients into the blender.
- Blend: Blend until smooth and serve.
Nutrition
Nutrition provided is an estimate. It will vary based on specific ingredients used.
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Categorized as: 5 Ingredients Or Less, American, Breakfast, Dairy-Free, Gluten-Free, Kid-Friendly, Smoothies, Snacks, Vegan, Vegetarian
Jamielyn Nye is the founder and recipe creator at I Heart Naptime. She is the author of the I Heart Naptime Cookbook and shares easy family-friendly recipes and desserts for every occasion.
