Cherry Smoothie

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This quick and easy Cherry Smoothie, made with just four ingredients – frozen sweet cherries, almond milk, frozen banana, and almond butter – is healthy, creamy, flavorful, dairy-free, and vegan.

Try some other favortie smoothies next: the best Green Smoothie recipe, this Mango Smoothie, or an Acai Bowl.

Ready-to-drink Cherry Smoothie with a straw in it.

Why We’re Obsessed With This Cherry Smoothie

  1. Easy Preparation: Only four ingredients needed.
  2. Health Benefits: Rich in vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants.
  3. Suitable for All: Dairy-free and vegan-friendly.
  4. Creamy Taste: Almond butter and banana create a delicious texture.
  5. Ideal for Frozen Cherries: Perfectly utilizes their sweetness and consistency.

Slicing bananas to place in a freezer bag for the recipe preparation.

Ingredients

  • Unsweetened Vanilla Almond Milk: Creates a creamy base and adds vanilla flavor.
  • Frozen Sweet Cherries: These provide the main flavor and natural sweetness.
  • Frozen Banana Coins: Makes the cherry smoothie creamy and thick.
  • Almond Butter: This adds nuttiness, creaminess, and nutrition.

QUICK TIP

Freeze the banana for a thick, creamy smoothie. After shopping, peel, slice into coins, and freeze overnight in a container or bag. 

All the ingredients in the blender about to be blended for this healthy Cherry Smoothie.

How To Make A Cherry Smoothie

  1. Freeze the Banana: Peel and slice a banana, then freeze it overnight.
  2. Blend Ingredients: Blend frozen banana, sweet cherries, almond milk, and almond butter until smooth.
  3. Enjoy: We recommend serving this immediately.

All the ingredients blended together.

Cherry Smoothie with a straw in it.

Cherry Smoothie FAQs

  • Can You Blend Cherries?: Yes, you can blend cherries. Make sure they are pitted.
  • How Long Are Frozen Cherries Good For?: Frozen cherries last 6-12 months in the freezer.
  • Are Frozen Cherries Pitted?: Store-bought frozen cherries are usually pre-pitted; check the bag. Pit cherries before freezing if you’re doing it yourself.

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Cherry Smoothie

5 from 10 votes
This quick and easy Cherry Smoothie, made with just four ingredients - frozen sweet cherries, almond milk, frozen banana, and almond butter - is healthy, creamy, flavorful, dairy-free, and vegan.
Ready-to-drink Cherry Smoothie with a straw in it.
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Cherry Smoothie

Ready-to-drink Cherry Smoothie with a straw in it.
5 from 10 votes
This quick and easy Cherry Smoothie, made with just four ingredients - frozen sweet cherries, almond milk, frozen banana, and almond butter - is healthy, creamy, flavorful, dairy-free, and vegan.
Course Breakfast, Drinks, lunch, Snack, Vegetarian
Cuisine American, Vegan, Vegetarian
Keyword cherry smoothie
Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings 1 -2 smoothies
Chelsea Lords
Calories 419kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 cup unsweetened vanilla almond milk (or milk of choice - Note 1)
  • 1 cup frozen sweet cherries
  • heaping 3/4 cup frozen banana coins (~1 medium-sized RIPE banana)
  • 2 tablespoons almond butter (or peanut butter)

Instructions

  • NIGHT BEFORE: Peel the banana and slice into coins. Place the coins in a sealed bag in the freezer.
  • DAY OF: Combine the almond milk, frozen cherries, frozen banana, and almond butter in a large, powerful blender. Blend until smooth. Taste and adjust if needed. (Depending on sweetness of banana, you may need to add a bit of honey or maple syrup; we usually don't need to add either!)
  • Enjoy immediately.

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Recipe Notes

Note 1: Any milk works in this smoothie, but it won't be dairy-free or vegan with cows' milk. 

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 1smoothie | Calories: 419kcal | Carbohydrates: 55g | Protein: 11g | Fat: 21g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Sodium: 328mg | Potassium: 948mg | Fiber: 10g | Sugar: 33g | Vitamin A: 160IU | Vitamin C: 19mg | Calcium: 429mg | Iron: 2mg

We do our best to provide accurate nutritional analysis for our recipes. Our nutritional data is calculated using a third-party algorithm and may vary, based on individual cooking styles, measurements, and ingredient sizes. Please use this information for comparison purposes and consult a health professional for nutrition guidance as needed.

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28 Comments

    1. I’m so sorry about that! I’ve updated it! The calories/macros are for 2 servings of the smoothies! Thanks for catching that!

  1. 5 stars
    DELICIOUS! Added a little extra almond milk to thin it out a tad, used vanilla almond butter, added a dash vanilla extract & about 1 tsp truvia. SO GOOD.

  2. The smoothie is just okay. I wanted a true “Cherry taste” but it tastes more like a combination banana and almond butter than it does cherry. I’m sorry . This is disappointing. I will not make this again.

  3. 5 stars
    Very simple to make and VERY DELICIOUS!!! I was surprised how sweet and creamy it was without adding a protein powder! This was so delightful that I added it to my smoothie menu …. my husband made me my very own smoothie bar at home! Thank you Chelsea!

  4. 5 stars
    I can’t believe I haven’t reviewed this recipe yet, it’s been a staple favorite in my household now for YEARS! Seriously, it’s so easy, SO delicious, and super filling, it’s the perfect tide over between lunch and dinner on a hot summer day. I’ve made it for so many friends who love it too – Chelsea, thank you for this recipe!!!

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