Fresh Cherry Almond Protein Smoothie
A delicious and nutritious cherry almond protein smoothie that offers a perfect blend of natural sweetness and creamy texture, ideal for a quick breakfast or post-workout boost.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup fresh or frozen cherries, pitted
- 1 scoop almond-flavored protein powder
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 1/2 banana
- 1 tablespoon almond butter
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup (optional)
- 4-5 ice cubes
Instructions
- Place cherries, almond protein powder, almond milk, banana, almond butter, and vanilla extract into a blender.
- Blend on high until smooth and creamy.
- Taste and add honey or maple syrup if additional sweetness is desired; blend again briefly.
- Add ice cubes and blend until the smoothie is chilled and thickened.
- Pour into a glass and serve immediately.
Notes
For an extra nutrient boost, add a handful of spinach or a tablespoon of chia seeds before blending.