Cherry Almond Smoothie (Printable)

A creamy six-ingredient blend of tart cherries, banana, almond butter, and yogurt for a quick, nutritious drink.

# What You'll Need:

→ Fruit

01 - 1 cup frozen tart cherries, pitted
02 - 1 ripe banana, fresh or frozen, sliced

→ Dairy Alternatives

03 - 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt or plant-based yogurt

→ Liquid

04 - 1 cup unsweetened almond milk

→ Nuts and Flavor

05 - 2 tablespoons almond butter

→ Sweetener

06 - 1 tablespoon pure maple syrup, optional

# Directions:

01 - Add frozen cherries, sliced banana, Greek yogurt or plant-based yogurt, unsweetened almond milk, almond butter, and maple syrup to blender.
02 - Blend on high speed until mixture reaches completely smooth and creamy consistency, approximately 1 minute.
03 - Taste smoothie and adjust sweetness level as needed by adding additional maple syrup if desired.
04 - Pour into two glasses and serve immediately. Garnish with sliced almonds or additional cherries if preferred.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Rich and creamy texture thanks to the almond butter and Greek yogurt.
  • Packed with the bold, tart flavor of cherries and natural sweetness from bananas.
  • Quick 5-minute preparation with no cooking required.
  • Easily customizable for dairy-free or protein-boosted diets.
02 -
  • Use frozen fruit to ensure the smoothie stays cold and thick without being watered down.
  • Always check product labels for possible allergens, especially when serving those with nut or dairy sensitivities.
  • Adjust the sweetness at the end to account for the natural sugar levels in your fruit.
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