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Creamy Cherry Smoothie Recipe

Besides the gorgeous color, I love this sweet cherry smoothie because it tastes almost like cherry candy while being made from wholesome, natural ingredients. The vibrant hue comes from the cherries themselves — no artificial colors are needed.

Cherries are loaded with nutrients and antioxidants, so they make a nourishing addition to a breakfast smoothie. I enjoy making this recipe in spring and summer when cherries are at their best from local markets, but frozen cherries work equally well year-round.

A cherry smoothie topped with a few fresh cherries.
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Ingredient Notes

This easy smoothie recipe uses just a handful of simple ingredients. Below are a few recommendations to help you get the texture and flavor you want.

  • Cherries – Fresh or frozen cherries both work. Fresh cherries yield a thinner, more classic smoothie, while frozen cherries give a thicker, creamier texture closer to a milkshake. Use sweet cherries rather than tart pie cherries for this version.
  • Nut Butter – I typically use cashew butter, but almond, peanut, or any other nut butter will work. A tablespoon adds a touch of protein and helps thicken the drink.
  • Milk of Choice – Unsweetened plant milks like coconut or almond milk are great here, but dairy milk works well too. Choose the milk you enjoy for flavor and consistency.
Ingredients for a sweet cherry smoothie sitting on a tile counter.

Favorite Smoothie Tools

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Expert Tips

  • Freeze the fruit – Freeze cherries and bananas in smaller portions ahead of time so you always have ingredients ready for a thicker, creamier smoothie. Pre-freezing is great for meal prep.
  • Milk first – If your blender has the blades at the bottom, add the milk first. That helps the blades catch the liquid and makes blending smoother and easier.

More smoothie recipes to try:

  • Sweet Cherry Smoothie
  • Apple and Banana Smoothie

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Recipe

A cherry smoothie served in a small glass sitting on a tile counter.

Sweet Cherry Smoothie

This simple cherry smoothie is a delicious way to start your day. It combines fruit, a touch of nut butter, and a splash of milk for a creamy breakfast drink without artificial colors or flavors.
Author:
Tiffany
Course:
Breakfast, Drinks
Cuisine:
American
Prep Time:
5 minutes
Total Time:
5 minutes
Servings:
2
Calories:
192kcal

Equipment

  • High Speed Blender

Ingredients

  • 1 Banana frozen
  • 1 ½ Cups Dark Sweet Cherries stems & pits removed
  • 1 Tablespoons Nut Butter
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
  • ½ teaspoon Almond Extract
  • ½ Cup Non Dairy Milk or milk of choice

Instructions

  • Add the frozen banana, cherries (stems and pits removed), nut butter, vanilla extract, almond extract, and milk to a high-speed blender.
    1 Banana,
    1 ½ Cups Dark Sweet Cherries,
    1 Tablespoons Nut Butter,
    1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract,
    ½ teaspoon Almond Extract,
    ½ Cup Non Dairy Milk
  • Blend until smooth, pausing to scrape the sides if needed. Adjust milk for your preferred thickness. Pour into glasses and serve immediately for the best texture and flavor.

Calories:
192
kcal

|

Carbohydrates:
37
g

|

Protein:
4
g

|

Fat:
3
g

|

Fiber:
4
g

|

Sugar:
27
g


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