Chocolate Cherry Smoothie
This Chocolate Cherry Smoothie is a creamy, healthy blend of rich cocoa and sweet cherries, ideal for a quick breakfast, post-workout fuel, or a wholesome dessert.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 1 large smoothie or 2 small smoothies 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup frozen cherries (sweet or dark)
- 1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 banana
- 3/4 cup milk of choice (dairy, almond, oat, or soy)
- 1/4 cup Greek yogurt or 1 scoop protein powder (optional)
- 1–2 teaspoons honey or maple syrup (optional, to taste)
- Ice cubes (optional, for thicker texture)
Instructions
- Add frozen cherries, banana, cocoa powder, milk, and yogurt or protein powder (if using) to a high-speed blender.
- Blend on high until smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides if needed.
- Taste and adjust sweetness by adding honey or maple syrup, if desired.
- For a thicker smoothie, add ice cubes and blend again.
- Pour into a glass and serve immediately. Garnish with chocolate shavings or cherries if desired.
Notes
- Use frozen cherries for best texture and chill.
- For a vegan smoothie, use plant-based milk and skip or replace the yogurt with a vegan version.
- To boost nutrition, add spinach or nut butter.
- Best enjoyed fresh; can be stored in the fridge up to 24 hours.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 large smoothie
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
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