Simple Cherry Smoothie With Yogurt
This easy cherry smoothie recipe is made with simple, healthy ingredients and flavours like vanilla, cinnamon, and fresh mint. Dietitian-designed, this breakfast smoothie is nutrient-dense and will keep you full all morning long!
2020 is officially the year of smoothies for me, among other things (!!). I’ve gotten hooked on making them for breakfast almost every morning and I love playing around with new flavour combinations for you guys.
Enjoying fresh seasonal produce is my jam, so when fresh cherry season hit I just knew I had to experiment with a cherry smoothie! Cherries provide a ton of nutrition benefits and also the most beautiful, vibrant colour to smoothies.
As a dietitian, I always have your health in mind when creating recipes. This smoothie is balanced in nutrition, packing in fibre-rich carbohydrates, healthy fats, and plenty of protein to keep you nourished and full all morning long.
Want more smoothie recipe inspiration? Check out my roundup of easy, healthy smoothie recipes for more ideas!
Cherry Smoothie Ingredients
This simple cherry smoothie is made with healthy ingredients, such as:
- cherries – you can use either fresh or frozen
- plain greek yogurt
- banana – ideally frozen, but fresh is fine
- avocado – ideally frozen (makes it super thick), but fresh is fine
- unsweetened almond butter
- unsweetened almond milk
- chia seeds
- hemp seeds
- vanilla extract
- ground cinnamon
- fresh mint
- ice, if needed
- optional: plain or vanilla protein powder or collagen powder
If you’ve ever wondered what ingredients go well with cherries in a smoothie, I promise you this combination is delicious!
Recipe Modifications
This recipe can be modified to suit your dietary needs or to adjust to the ingredients you have on hand. For instance,
- almond butter can be swapped with peanut butter or sunflower seed butter (for a nut-free version)
- almond milk can be swapped with any other type of milk or milk alternative
- chia and hemp seeds can be swapped for one another, or try flax seeds instead
- if a vegan or dairy-free version is needed, simply swap the greek yogurt with a dairy-free alternative. Do note that this will likely lower the protein content of the smoothie, in which case you may want to add a plant-based protein powder
Can You Put Cherries In A Blender?
Yes, of course! Just make sure you remove the pit first – you don’t want to throw those pits in.
To do so, I simply slice the cherries in half with a pairing knife and remove the pits. If you don’t mind things being a bit messy, sometimes I just use my hands to pull them apart instead ;).
You can use fresh or frozen cherries in a blender. Typically, the frozen version will already be pitted, which makes for less work on your end.
My Favourite Blender
Vitamix Blender
I use this Vitamix almost every day. I bought it about 7 years ago and it still functions perfectly. It makes a super smooth and creamy smoothie in seconds (not to mention many other meals, like soups)!
Cherry Smoothie Health Benefits
As a dietitian, I always try to make smoothies that are packed with a ton of nutrition and health benefits! This cherry smoothie is no different:
Cherries are a great source of:
- dietary fibre, with 1 cup of pitted cherries providing 2.5 grams or 10% of your daily needs
- micronutrients, like vitamin C, potassium, copper, and manganese. 1 cup of cherries provides 18%, 10%, 5%, and 5% of your daily needs of these nutrients, respectively.
- antioxidants, like polyphenols and carotenoids
In addition to the health benefits of cherries, this smoothie also contains ingredients that are high in protein, healthy fats, and fibre. These include the greek yogurt, almond butter, avocado, hemp, and chia seeds.
Ingredients high in protein, fat, and fibre all help to keep you feeling full and satisfied, while also slowing your blood sugar response. This means no sudden spikes and crashes in energy!
Because of these health benefits, this cherry yogurt smoothie makes an awesome breakfast to start your day.
More Healthy Smoothie Recipes
- Banana Chai Smoothie With Vanilla
- Ginger Pear Green Smoothie
- Strawberry Oatmeal Smoothie
- Creamy Nutty Green Smoothie
- Chocolate Banana Avocado Smoothie
- Strawberry Pineapple Spinach Smoothie
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Get the Recipe: Simple Cherry Smoothie With Yogurt
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups cherries, pitted (fresh or frozen)
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 1 cup plain greek yogurt (benefits of Greek yogurt)
- 1 banana, ideally frozen (but fresh is fine)
- 1/2 cup avocado chunks, ideally frozen (but fresh is fine)
- 2 Tbsp unsweetened almond butter
- 2 Tbsp chia seeds
- 2 Tbsp hemp seeds
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
- 5 leaves fresh mint
- 5 ice cubes, if needed
- Optional: unsweetened protein powder or collagen
Instructions
- Place all ingredients into a high-speed blender, making sure to add the almond milk first (this helps with blending).
- Blend on high for about 2 minutes, or until smooth and creamy. Adjust sweetness to taste or add additional ice, if desired. If not using frozen avocado or banana, you will likely need a bit more ice to get it cold enough.
- Enjoy immediately or store for later!
Notes
- almond butter can be swapped with peanut butter or sunflower seed butter (for a nut-free version)
- almond milk can be swapped with any other type of milk or milk alternative
- chia and hemp seeds can be swapped for one another, or try flax seeds instead
- if a vegan or dairy-free version is needed, simply swap the greek yogurt with a dairy-free alternative. Do note that this will likely lower the protein content of the smoothie, in which case you may want to add a plant-based protein powder
Nutrition
As a dietitian, I create recipes with whole food ingredients that provide the nutrients needed for optimal health. My nutrition philosophy does not focus on numbers; however, I understand that this information can be helpful.
Do note that the nutrition info provided is an estimate and I cannot guarantee correctness of the displayed values. These numbers will differ depending on brands used, recipe modifications, and amount eaten. If you require specific nutrition information due to medical reasons, please consult with your dietitian or physician.
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2 Comments on “Simple Cherry Smoothie With Yogurt”
So incredibly yummy & satisfying! The avocado adds that extra creamy consistency that is so amazing with the cherries! Thanks Carrie!
I’m so happy to hear you enjoyed this one, Christin! Thanks so much for taking the time to leave a review – it’s so appreciated.
And yes!! Avocado is my secret ingredient for adding that creamy consistency to smoothies. If you need more smoothie ideas, I have a roundup post for all the smoothie recipes on my blog HERE 🙂