Sweet Cherry Almond Flaxseed Smoothie
If you love milkshakes why not have one for breakfast… well kinda of. Sweet Cherry Almond Flaxseed Smoothie is both filling and full of nutrition. Vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free, and best of all sugar-free. This smoothie combines sweet cherries, bananas, and almond butter, and the taste is pure heaven. Most of us are looking for ways to keep our weight in check and there’s no better way to start your day than a glass full of nutrients that are good for you and taste good!
Prep Time10 minutes mins
Cook Time2 minutes mins
Total Time12 minutes mins
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Cherry Almond Smoothie, Smoothie, Sweet Cherry Almond Flaxseed Smoothie
Servings: 2 People
Calories: 421kcal
- 2 cups Sweet Cherries unsweetened (pitted & frozen)
- 2 Bananas (frozen)
- 1½ cups Almond Milk (unsweetened) or any milk you prefer
- ¼ cup Almonds
- ½ cup Greek Yogurt (coconut yogurt: vegan)
- 1 tbsp Almond Butter
- 2 tsp Flaxseed meal
- 1 tsp Almond extract
- ¼ tsp Almonds Chopped Almonds (optional to garnish)
Start by ensuring your sweet cherries are pitted and frozen, and your bananas are peeled and frozen. This will give your smoothie a delightful chill and creamy texture.
In a high-powered blender, combine the frozen sweet cherries, frozen bananas, almond milk, almonds, almond butter, flaxseed meal, greek yogurt, almond extract, and a touch of chopped almonds if you desire an extra crunch.
Blend the ingredients on high speed until you achieve a smooth and creamy consistency. Pause and scrape down the sides if needed to ensure all components are well incorporated.
Once your Sweet Cherry Almond Flaxseed Smoothie reaches a luscious, velvety texture, taste and adjust the sweetness or thickness by adding more almond milk if necessary.
Pour the smoothie into glasses, garnish with chopped almonds if desired, and savor the delightful marriage of sweet cherries, creamy almonds, and the nutritional powerhouse of flaxseeds. Refreshing, nourishing, and utterly satisfying—this smoothie is a delightful treat for any time of the day.
Calories: 421kcal | Carbohydrates: 58g | Protein: 15g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 3mg | Sodium: 264mg | Potassium: 1.013mg | Fiber: 10g | Sugar: 35g | Vitamin A: 166IU | Vitamin C: 20mg | Calcium: 387mg | Iron: 2mg