Description
This Cherry Banana Smoothie is a quick, refreshing, and nutritious breakfast or snack option that combines the natural sweetness of frozen cherries and banana with creamy Greek yogurt and a splash of orange juice. It’s easy to make in just 5 minutes and perfect for a healthy boost anytime.
Ingredients
Scale
Fruits
- 2 cups frozen pitted dark cherries
- 1 frozen banana
Dairy
- ⅓ cup plain whole milk Greek yogurt
- ½ cup milk
Liquids & Sweeteners
- ¼ cup orange juice
- ½ tablespoon honey (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: Gather all the ingredients including frozen cherries, frozen banana, Greek yogurt, milk, orange juice, and honey.
- Blend: Combine the frozen cherries, frozen banana, Greek yogurt, milk, orange juice, and honey in a blender. Blend until the mixture is smooth and creamy, ensuring no chunks remain.
- Serve: Pour the smoothie into glasses immediately to enjoy the fresh flavors at their best.
Notes
- Use frozen fruits to achieve a thick and cold smoothie without adding ice.
- Adjust the amount of honey based on your preferred sweetness level or omit if the fruits are sweet enough.
- For a dairy-free version, substitute Greek yogurt and milk with coconut yogurt and almond milk.
- You can add a handful of spinach or protein powder to boost nutrition without changing the flavor significantly.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Beverages
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
