Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups frozen cherries
- 1 cup cherry juice
- 1 banana (fresh or frozen for thicker texture)
- 1 cup coconut cream (dairy-free alternative to yogurt; yogurt can be substituted)
- ⅓ cup dark chocolate chips or cocoa nibs
- 1-2 tablespoons honey (adjust for sweetness)
Toppings (optional)
- Sweet cherries (fresh, optional and pricey but delicious)
- Coconut whipped cream or regular whipped cream
- Honey drizzle
- Crushed dark chocolate
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: Place the frozen cherries, cherry juice, banana, coconut cream, dark chocolate chips or cocoa nibs, and honey into a blender. Ensure all ingredients are measured accurately for the best flavor and texture.
- Blend Smooth: Blend the mixture on high speed until completely smooth and creamy, with no visible chunks. This usually takes about 30-60 seconds depending on your blender.
- Serve and Garnish: Pour the smoothie into serving glasses. Top with your choice of sweet cherries, a dollop of coconut or regular whipped cream, a drizzle of honey, and crushed dark chocolate for added texture and flavor. Enjoy immediately for the best experience.
Notes
- Using frozen banana instead of fresh will result in a thicker, creamier smoothie texture.
- The coconut cream provides a rich, dairy-free alternative but yogurt can be used if preferred.
- Adjust honey quantity based on the sweetness of your cherries and personal preference.
- Fresh sweet cherries as a topping add freshness and an extra burst of flavor but are optional and can be substituted with more frozen cherries.
- This smoothie is best consumed immediately to maintain freshness and texture.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
