Chocolate Cherry Smoothie (No Yogurt)

Lusciously smooth and deeply flavorful, this chocolate cherry smoothie blends sweet cherries, rich cocoa, and a spoonful of almond butter into a nourishing, satisfying drink. Finished with a splash of almond milk and a touch of vanilla, it’s the perfect balance of indulgence and wholesome energy—ideal for breakfast or a refined afternoon treat.

Prep Time: 5 mins | Total Time: 5 mins | Serves: 1 large smoothie (about 16 oz) or 2 smaller smoothies (about 8oz)

Ingredients

• 1 cup frozen cherries, sweet or dark, pitted
  

• 1 small frozen banana, for creaminess
  

• 1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder, or raw cacao for a boost
  

• 1 tablespoon almond butter, or cashew or sunflower seed butter
  

• 1–1 1/4 cups unsweetened almond milk, or oat milk
  

• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  

• pinch of salt, enhances the chocolate flavor
  

• optional: 1–2 dates or 1 tsp maple syrup, if you like it sweeter

  
  

• optional protein boost: 1 scoop chocolate or vanilla protein powder

  
  

Instructions

Step 1

Add all ingredients to a blender.

Step 2

Blend until smooth and creamy, adding more milk if needed to adjust the thickness.

Step 3

Taste and adjust sweetness or cocoa to your liking.

Step 4

Pour into a chilled glass, and if you like—top with a few chopped cherries or cacao nibs for texture.

Without Optional Additions (dates/maple syrup + protein powder):

• Calories: 320

• Protein: 8.2 g

• Carbohydrates: 49.8 g

• Fat: 13.4 g

With Optional Additions (1 tsp maple syrup + 1 scoop protein powder):

• Calories: 457

• Protein: 28.2 g

• Carbohydrates: 56.1 g

• Fat: 15.4 g