This Chocolate Cherry Smoothie with Flaxseeds is proof you can be healthy and indulgent, without chanting affirmations in downward dog.
Cherries give bold sweetness, chocolate adds sinful richness, and flaxseeds quietly sneak in omega-3s like the undercover hero of breakfast.
It blends fast, tastes decadent, and still makes you feel virtuous enough to skip side-eyeing dessert menus.
Perfect for rushed mornings, post-gym glow, or pretending you’re effortlessly balanced while sipping from a glass that screams “self-care.”
Chocolate Cherry Smoothie with Flaxseeds Recipe
A creamy, nutrient-dense vegan smoothie blending cherries, chocolate, and flaxseeds for flavor, fiber, and plant-powered energy.
Ingredients
- 2 cups almond milk unsweetened
- 1½ cups frozen cherries
- 1 large ripe banana
- 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
- 1 tablespoon ground flaxseeds
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup optional
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup ice cubes
Instructions
- Add 2 cups almond milk to blender.
- Add 1½ cups frozen cherries.
- Peel and slice 1 ripe banana.
- Add banana slices into blender.
- Add 2 tablespoons cocoa powder.
- Add 1 tablespoon ground flaxseeds.
- Drizzle in 1 tablespoon maple syrup, optional.
- Add ½ teaspoon vanilla extract.
- Toss in ½ cup ice cubes.
- Blend until smooth, creamy, and thick.
Notes
Nutritional Values (Per Serving)
- Calories: 315
- Total Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1.3g
- Carbohydrates: 65g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 7g
Vitamins & Minerals (Per Serving)
- Potassium: 27%
- Vitamin C: 18%
- Calcium: 15%
- Iron: 12%
- Magnesium: 13%
Notes & Tips
- Use frozen banana for a milkshake-like texture.
- Grind flaxseeds fresh for maximum nutrition.
- Sprinkle extra cocoa or coconut flakes before serving.
- Swap almond milk for oat milk for creamier results.
- Drink immediately for best taste and texture.
