Description
A delightful blend of sweet and creamy flavors, this Chocolate Cherry Smoothie is packed with antioxidants and is perfect for breakfast or a snack.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup frozen cherries
- 1 banana
- 1 cup milk (or almond milk)
- 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
- 1 tablespoon honey (or maple syrup)
- Ice cubes (optional)
Instructions
- In a blender, combine the frozen cherries, banana, milk, cocoa powder, and honey. Add ice cubes if desired.
- Blend the mixture on high speed until smooth and creamy, about 30 to 60 seconds.
- If needed, add more milk to adjust the consistency, then blend again.
- Pour the smoothie into glasses and enjoy immediately, optionally garnished with cherries or cocoa powder.
Notes
Use frozen cherries for a thicker texture. Adjust sweetness with honey or maple syrup to taste. Can add protein powder or Greek yogurt for a boost.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 85mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg