🍒 Creamy Cherry Almond Smoothie

🍒 Creamy Cherry Almond Smoothie

Prep time: 5 minutes | Servings: 1-2

Ingredients

• 1 ½ cups Frozen dark sweet cherries (frozen is key for that thick texture)

• 1 Frozen banana (peeled before freezing)

• 1 cup Unsweetened almond milk (or milk of your choice)

• ¼ cup Greek yogurt or coconut yogurt (for extra creaminess)

• 1 tbsp Almond butter

• ½ tsp Vanilla extract

• ¼ tsp Almond extract (this gives it that “bakery” flavor)

Toppings (As seen in the photo)

• Slivered almonds for crunch

• Whole cherries (fresh or thawed)

• A drizzle of almond butter

• A dash of cinnamon (optional)

Instructions

1. Layer the Liquid: Pour the almond milk into your blender first. This helps the blades spin freely and prevents the frozen fruit from getting stuck.

2. Add the Solids: Add the frozen cherries, frozen banana, yogurt, almond butter, and extracts.

3. Blend: Start on a low speed and gradually increase to high. Blend for about 45–60 seconds until completely smooth and velvety.

4. Check Consistency: If it’s too thick, add a splash more milk. If you want it thicker, add 2-3 ice cubes and blend again.

5. Garnish: Pour into a glass. Use a spoon to drizzle almond butter in a circular motion on top, then garnish with the slivered almonds and cherries.

💡 Pro Tips for Success

• Sweetness: If your cherries are tart, you can add 1 teaspoon of honey or a pitted Medjool date before blending.

• Protein Boost: Add a scoop of vanilla protein powder to make this a full meal replacement.

• Texture: Using a frozen banana instead of a room-temperature one is what gives it that “soft serve” ice cream consistency.