Classic Chocolate Cherry Smoothie Recipe
A creamy vegan smoothie made with cherries, cocoa, and plant-based milk for a rich, fruity, and chocolatey treat.
Ingredients
- 2 cups unsweetened almond milk or oat milk
- 1 ½ cups frozen cherries
- 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup or agave
- 1 frozen banana
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup ice cubes
Instructions
- Pour 2 cups almond milk into blender.
- Add 1 ½ cups frozen cherries.
- Drop in 1 frozen banana.
- Add 2 tablespoons cocoa powder.
- Sweeten with 2 tablespoons maple syrup.
- Splash in ½ teaspoon vanilla extract.
- Toss in ½ cup ice cubes.
- Blend until creamy and frosty.
- Pour into glasses.
- Garnish with shaved chocolate or extra cherries.
Notes
Nutritional Values (Per Serving)
- Calories: 260
- Total Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 6g
Vitamins & Minerals (Per Serving)
- Vitamin C: 22%
- Iron: 14%
- Calcium: 20%
- Potassium: 18%
- Magnesium: 15%
Notes & Tips
- Swap cocoa for cacao powder for extra antioxidants.
- Add chia seeds for thickness.
- Blend with espresso for a mocha vibe.
- Freeze in popsicle molds for a summer treat.
- Use oat milk for extra creaminess.