Cherry Banana Smoothie
Cool off with the perfect blend of fruity goodness in this Cherry Banana Smoothie! Bursting with the sweet-tart flavor of frozen cherries, the creamy richness of ripe banana, and the velvety texture of vanilla Greek yogurt, this smoothie is a nutritious and delicious way to kick-start your day or recharge after a workout. Made with almond milk (or your milk of choice) and a touch of honey or maple syrup for optional sweetness, it’s a refreshing, naturally sweet treat that you can whip up in just 5 minutes. Packed with antioxidants, protein, and natural energy, this vibrant smoothie is as nourishing as it is satisfying. Serve immediately for a luscious, ice-cold drink that’s perfect for breakfast, a post-workout snack, or a quick afternoon pick-me-up!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup frozen cherries
- 1 medium ripe banana
- 0.5 cup vanilla Greek yogurt
- 1 cup almond milk (or milk of choice)
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup (optional, for extra sweetness)
- 4 pieces ice cubes
Instructions
Add the frozen cherries to a blender.
Peel the banana, break it into chunks, and add it to the blender.
Spoon in the vanilla Greek yogurt.
Pour in the almond milk (or your preferred milk) to help blend all the ingredients.
If you prefer a sweeter smoothie, add honey or maple syrup.
Add the ice cubes to make the smoothie cold and refreshing.
Blend on high speed for 1–2 minutes or until smooth and creamy. Scrape down the sides if necessary.
Taste and adjust sweetness or thickness as desired. Add more almond milk for a thinner consistency, or a few extra cherries for a thicker smoothie.
Pour into two tall glasses and serve immediately. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
392 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 3.1 g | 4% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.4 g | 2% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 8 mg | 3% | |
| Sodium | 193 mg | 8% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 82.4 g | 30% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.3 g | 26% | |
| Total Sugars | 61.4 g | ||
| Protein | 16.2 g | 32% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.5 mcg | 12% | |
| Calcium | 599 mg | 46% | |
| Iron | 1.7 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 1109 mg | 24% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
