Fresh Cherry Smoothie
Cool, creamy, and bursting with vibrant flavor, this Fresh Cherry Smoothie is the perfect way to savor the natural sweetness of ripe cherries. Made with juicy pitted cherries, rich vanilla Greek yogurt, and your choice of milk, it strikes the ideal balance of fruity and velvety. With just a hint of vanilla extract and an optional swirl of honey or maple syrup for sweetness, this smoothie is a refreshing treat that comes together in under 10 minutes. Blended with a handful of ice for an irresistibly chilled texture, it’s a healthy, protein-packed option for breakfast, a post-workout snack, or a mid-afternoon pick-me-up. Serve it in tall glasses with a cherry garnish or a sprinkle of granola for an extra touch of charm. Perfect for cherry lovers and smoothie enthusiasts alike, this recipe is as easy as it is delicious!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh cherries, pitted
- 1 cup vanilla Greek yogurt
- 0.5 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy)
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup (optional, depending on sweetness)
- 1 cup ice cubes
- 0.5 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
1. Wash and pit the fresh cherries. Measure 2 cups of pitted cherries and set aside.
2. In a blender, combine the pitted cherries, vanilla Greek yogurt, milk, honey or maple syrup (if using), and vanilla extract.
3. Add the ice cubes to the blender for a chilled and refreshing texture.
4. Blend on high speed for 1-2 minutes, or until the mixture is smooth and creamy. Stop to scrape the sides of the blender if needed.
5. Taste the smoothie and adjust the sweetness by adding more honey or maple syrup if desired, blending briefly to incorporate.
6. Pour the smoothie into two glasses and serve immediately. Optionally, garnish with a cherry on top or a sprinkle of granola for added texture.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
528 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 3.1 g | 4% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.6 g | 8% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 26 mg | 9% | |
| Sodium | 136 mg | 6% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 100.6 g | 37% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.7 g | 24% | |
| Total Sugars | 85.4 g | ||
| Protein | 32.1 g | 64% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.2 mcg | 6% | |
| Calcium | 440 mg | 34% | |
| Iron | 1.2 mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 1232 mg | 26% | |
*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.
