Cherry-Coded Holiday Smoothie (Print)

Bright smoothie with tart cherries, Greek yogurt, and protein for a festive, nutritious breakfast or snack.

# Ingredients:

→ Fruit & Main

01 - 1 cup frozen tart cherries, pitted
02 - 1 medium ripe banana

→ Dairy & Protein

03 - 1 cup plain Greek yogurt, low-fat or full-fat
04 - 1 scoop vanilla protein powder, whey or plant-based

→ Liquids

05 - 3/4 cup unsweetened almond milk or preferred milk

→ Flavor & Sweetener

06 - 1 tablespoon pure maple syrup or honey, to taste (optional)
07 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
08 - 1/4 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

→ Toppings (optional)

09 - 1 tablespoon chia seeds
10 - Fresh mint leaves or additional tart cherries

# Directions:

01 - Place frozen tart cherries, ripe banana, plain Greek yogurt, protein powder, almond milk, maple syrup or honey (if using), ground cinnamon, and vanilla extract into a high-speed blender.
02 - Process on high speed until the mixture is fully blended and creamy, pausing to scrape down the sides if necessary.
03 - Taste and adjust sweetness as preferred. If the texture is too thick, incorporate additional milk until the desired consistency is achieved.
04 - Pour the smoothie into glasses. Top with chia seeds and garnish with fresh mint or extra tart cherries if desired. Serve immediately.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Ready in five minutes with no cooking required
  • Packed with protein thanks to Greek yogurt and your choice of protein powder
  • Bursting with antioxidants and natural sweetness from tart cherries and banana
  • Customizable for dietary needs—easily gluten-free and vegetarian
  • Makes a festive start to your day or a wholesome snack during busy holidays
02 -
  • High in protein to keep you full and fueled
  • Naturally gluten-free and easily adapted for allergies
  • Freezes into popsicles for a fun twist
03 -
  • Always use a frozen banana whenever possible for the creamiest milkshake-like texture
  • Toast chia seeds in a dry skillet for a minute to boost their nutty flavor before topping
  • Rinse your blender right away or soak with warm soapy water to keep smoothie cleanup painless

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