Cherry Almond Smoothie (Printable Version)

A creamy blend of tart cherries, almond butter, and yogurt. Ready in 5 minutes for a nutritious breakfast or snack.

# What You Need:

→ Fruit

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

→ Dairy/Alternatives

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

→ Liquid

04 - 1 cup unsweetened almond milk

→ Nuts & Flavor

05 - 2 tablespoons almond butter

→ Sweetener

06 - 1 tablespoon pure maple syrup, optional

# How-To Steps:

01 - Place frozen cherries, banana, Greek yogurt, almond milk, almond butter, and maple syrup into blender container.
02 - Process mixture on high speed for approximately 1 minute until completely smooth and creamy consistency is achieved.
03 - Taste smoothie and add additional maple syrup if more sweetness is desired.
04 - Pour into two glasses and serve chilled, optionally garnished with sliced almonds or extra cherries.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Tart cherries bring this gorgeous jewel-tone color that makes every glass feel like a special occasion
  • The almond butter creates this velvety richness that keeps you satisfied for hours
  • Six ingredients and five minutes stand between you and the most refreshing breakfast imaginable
02 -
  • Frozen fruit is not optional here unless you want a watery, sad excuse for a smoothie
  • The quality of your almond butter matters—cheap brands can make everything taste strangely metallic
  • This smoothie waits for no one and will separate if left sitting too long
03 -
  • Let your smoothie sit for two minutes if brain freeze is your nemesis
  • A splash of vanilla extract elevates the whole flavor profile
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