This Chocolate Cherry Smoothie with Banana makes breakfast feel like a rom-com scene—sweet, rich, and a little dramatic.
Banana brings creamy texture and natural sweetness, because honestly, life’s too short for watery smoothies pretending to be indulgent.
Cherries mix in antioxidants and bold flavor, while chocolate swoops in like the dark, mysterious lead you can’t resist.
It blends fast, tastes luxurious, and doubles as a snack or dessert, without requiring you to sacrifice your skinny jeans.
Chocolate Cherry Smoothie with Banana Recipe
A velvety vegan smoothie blending banana, cherries, and chocolate for an energizing, creamy, antioxidant-rich treat.
Ingredients
- 2 cups almond milk unsweetened
- 1½ cups frozen cherries
- 1 large ripe banana
- 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup optional, adjust to taste
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup ice cubes
Instructions
- Pour 2 cups almond milk into blender.
- Add 1½ cups frozen cherries.
- Peel and slice 1 large ripe banana.
- Add banana slices to blender.
- Add 2 tablespoons cocoa powder.
- Drizzle in 1 tablespoon maple syrup, optional.
- Add ½ teaspoon vanilla extract.
- Toss in ½ cup ice cubes.
- Blend until creamy and smooth.
- Pour into glasses and serve chilled.
Notes
- Pour into glasses and serve chilled.
Nutritional Values (Per Serving)
- Calories: 310
- Total Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1.2g
- Carbohydrates: 68g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 6g
Vitamins & Minerals (Per Serving)
- Potassium: 26%
- Vitamin C: 19%
- Calcium: 16%
- Iron: 12%
- Magnesium: 13%
Notes & Tips
- Freeze banana slices beforehand for extra creaminess.
- Swap cocoa for cacao powder to boost antioxidants.
- Top with shredded coconut or chopped nuts for crunch.
- Use oat milk instead of almond milk for a thicker texture.
- Best enjoyed fresh, but refrigerate leftovers up to 24 hours.
