Cherry Almond Smoothie (Printable Version)

A creamy blend of tart cherries, almond butter, and banana creates this luscious, protein-packed beverage ready in just five minutes.

# 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

# How to Prepare:

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

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • Only takes 5 minutes to prepare with no cooking required.
  • Easily customizable for dairy-free and vegan lifestyles.
  • Packed with 8 grams of protein and wholesome fats.
  • Combines the tartness of cherries with the smooth depth of almond butter.
02 -
  • Use frozen fruit to achieve a thicker, frostier texture without watering down the flavor.
  • For nut allergies, substitute almond butter with sunflower seed butter and use a nut-free milk alternative.
  • Always check product labels to ensure ingredients meet your specific dietary and allergen needs.
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