Cherry Smoothie

Enjoy a refreshing and nutritious breakfast in just 5 minutes with this Cherry Smoothie recipe! It’s dairy-free, naturally sweet, and SO easy to make.

 

If you know me even a little bit, then you know how much I love breakfast. I’m one of those people who can’t function without a nutritious breakfast to start my day.

As much as I love a stack of peanut butter pancakes or almond butter waffles, these are more like weekend breakfasts for us. During the week, I need something quick, easy, nutritious, satisfying, and made with simple ingredients.

That’s why I love smoothies like my Papaya Smoothie, Pineapple Mango Smoothie and my Keto Green smoothie. But to be honest with you, this cherry smoothie is my totally obsessed because of the flavor and color alone!

I mean…breakfast doesn’t *have* to be pretty, but it definitely helps to brighten up the morning. It’s loaded with nutrients (vitamins and minerals), gluten-free, vegan, and it’s the best smoothie to enjoy for breakfast or a quick afternoon snack.

Ingredients You’ll Need 

• Ice — A few ice cubes give it a slushy texture.
• Frozen banana — Adding a frozen banana makes the smoothie super creamy. The subtle sweetness also helps balance the tart cherries and pineapple.
• Cherries —If you’re using fresh cherries it’s important to remove the pits first. You can also save time by buying pre-pitted or frozen cherries.
• Pineapple — Packed with water to make this smoothie extra hydrating and it adds just the right amount of natural sweetness. It also adds a touch of tropical flavor.
• Non-dairy milk — I typically use unsweetened almond milk or coconut milk, but you can go with any non-dairy milk you prefer like soy milk. You can also use cow’s milk too.
• Chia seeds — Full of fiber, protein, and omega-3 fatty acids. They’re an easy way to give your smoothie a boost.
• Pure maple syrup — Optional for extra sweetness. You could also use honey or agave.

How To Make The Best Cherry Smoothie

1. Combine all the ingredients in a blender.
2. Cover and blend until it’s nice and smooth.
3. Adjust the flavor and consistency, if needed.
4. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Upgrade Your Cherry Smoothie

Protein: Make your smoothie more filling and satisfying with a scoop of protein powder or collagen peptides.

Greek yogurt: Vanilla Greek yogurt is also packed with protein and makes this smoothie extra creamy.

Greens: Add a handful of spinach or kale for a boost of vitamins and fiber. The cherries and pineapple will totally mask the flavor of the greens.

Avocado: Skip bananas and use avocados instead!

More add-ins: You can also make your smoothie even more nutritions by adding flax seeds, cacao nibs or cocoa powder (hello, chocolate cherry smoothie), vanilla extract, hemp seeds and nut butter like peanut or cashew butter.

Smoothie Storage & Meal Prep

To Store: You can store this smoothie for an extra day in the fridge. I like to keep it in a mason jar and give it a good shake first since the ingredients can separate.

To Freeze: You can also freeze prepared smoothies for up to a month in a silicone freezer-safe container. Just be sure to leave extra space because it’ll expand as it freezes.

To Meal Prep: Make “cherry smoothie packs” by adding the fruit, chia seeds, and ice cubes to a freezer-safe bag. When you’re ready for a smoothie, pour a bag into your high speed blender, add the milk, and blend until smooth.

If you make this recipe, please leave a star rating and let me know how you liked it in the comments below! And don’t forget to check out the full collection of Smoothie Recipes here at Primavera Kitchen.