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Chocolate Cherry Almond Smoothie Recipe

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4.2 from 6 reviews

This healthy chocolate cherry almond smoothie is a deliciously rich and naturally sweetened drink that feels like a decadent dessert. Perfect for a quick breakfast or snack, it blends together dairy-free milk, frozen sweet cherries, banana, cocoa powder, almond butter, and a hint of almond extract for a creamy and satisfying treat. You can enjoy it as is or customize with optional toppings like coconut whipped cream or cacao nibs.

  • Total Time: 5 minutes
  • Yield: 1 large serving

Ingredients

Base Ingredients

  • 3/4 cup dairy-free milk
  • 3/4 cup frozen sweet cherries, pitted
  • 1 small ripe banana
  • 1 1/2 Tbsp. cocoa powder (or cacao powder)
  • 1-2 Tbsp. almond butter
  • 1/4 tsp. almond extract

Optional Toppings

  • Coconut whipped cream
  • Cacao nibs
  • Fresh cherries

Instructions

  1. Add ingredients to blender: Place the dairy-free milk, frozen sweet cherries, ripe banana, cocoa powder, almond butter, and almond extract into a high-speed blender.
  2. Blend until smooth: Blend the mixture on high for about 15-20 seconds until it becomes creamy and uniform in texture with no lumps.
  3. Taste and adjust flavors: Sample the smoothie and adjust sweetness or thickness as desired by adding more banana, almond butter, or milk. Optionally, add toppings such as coconut whipped cream, cacao nibs, or fresh cherries to garnish before serving.

Notes

  • Use a ripe banana for natural sweetness and creamy texture.
  • The almond extract enhances the nutty flavor but can be omitted if unavailable.
  • Adjust thickness by adding more milk for a thinner smoothie or more frozen cherries for a thicker consistency.
  • For a protein boost, consider adding a scoop of plant-based protein powder.
  • Use cacao powder for a less processed chocolate flavor or cocoa powder for a more traditional taste.
  • Author: Daisy
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Drinks
  • Method: Blending
  • Cuisine: Gluten-Free, Vegan
  • Diet: Gluten Free, Vegan, Oil-Free

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