This absolutely incredible smoothie with frozen cherries is made in 5 minutes. It's the perfect smoothie to make if you have frozen cherries and frozen berries in your freezer. I think adding in hemp hearts and chia seeds makes this smoothie next level, because I see the value in high-protein smoothies (without protein powder).
Quick Look: Smoothie with Frozen Cherries
- Equipment Needed: Blender
- Time: 5 minutes
- Serves: 2 smoothies
- Calories: 369 per serving
- Protein: 11 grams per serving
- ⭐ Why You'll Love It: SUPER delicious blend of frozen cherries and frozen raspberries with a fresh banana; this smoothie is wholesome and creamy.
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Why Danika loves this smoothie
Growing up, my grandparents had a cherry orchard, and I have many good memories of walking the rows of tall cherry trees! Making recipes with cherries, like this cherry berry smoothie or my incredible cherry yogurt popsicles, brings me much joy, remembering the orchard.
I wish it were always cherry season so I could constantly make this! If you love this recipe, next, let me show you how to make the best raspberry smoothie.
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- Quick Look: Smoothie with Frozen Cherries
- Why Danika loves this smoothie
- Ingredients you'll need
- Variations
- How to make a smoothie with frozen cherries
- Danika's tips for a creamy thick smoothie
- Recommended for smoothies
- Other incredible smoothies to make
- Amazing Smoothie with Frozen Cherries
- Danika Vanderpyl, C.H.N
Ingredients you'll need
- Frozen cherries: You will need frozen, pitted cherries for this smoothie. I used dark sweet cherries from Real Canadian Superstore; however, most big grocery stores will sell pitted cherries in the freezer section. If you use fresh cherries (instead of frozen cherries), you will need to add ice cubes to make this smoothie thick. If you are a cherry lover, next make my cherry blueberry smoothie.
- Frozen raspberries: Using frozen raspberries makes the texture of this smoothie thick. Other frozen berries could be added in place of raspberries to make this cherry smoothie too! You can use fresh berries; however, the smoothie will be much thinner.
- Milk: You can use any kind of milk you like (cow, soy, cashew, rice, oat) to make this smoothie creamy; I used almond milk.
- Hemp hearts: I love having hemp hearts in almost all my smoothies, as it is a great way to increase the protein and healthy fats I consume.
- Chia seeds: These little black seeds are known to be energy boosters! Alternatively, you can use flax seeds - or make this smoothie without seeds.
See the recipe card below for full quantities.
Variations
Here are a few changes you can make to this cherry smoothie to make it your own!
- Chocolate: Add 2 tablespoons of cocoa powder to make it a chocolate cherry raspberry smoothie!
- Sweeter: Add 2 teaspoons of honey or maple syrup to make this smoothie satisfy any sweet tooth.
- Add vanilla Greek yogurt: Swirl it in after for a pretty look, or add a scoop right into the blender (plain yogurt also works). Yogurt increases the protein and makes this frozen cherry smoothie more filling.
- Make it into a cherry smoothie bowl: Use frozen bananas to make this a thicker smoothie, then eat it with a spoon out of a bowl. YUM!
- Add greens: Throw a handful of spinach in to increase the nutrient density!
- More protein: Add 1 big scoop of vanilla protein powder or nut butter (almond butter or peanut butter) for extra protein and healthy fats.
How to make a smoothie with frozen cherries
Follow these step-by-step photos from my kitchen to make your own simple smoothie!
Step 1: First, place the banana and the milk in the bottom of the blender container. This is best practice to support the blades (instead of placing frozen fruit right on the blades), and it will blend more easily.
Step 2: Add the chia seeds and the hemp hearts into the blender container next. I like to add them second so they don't stick to the sides of the blender container and get stuck.
Step 3: Blend the smoothie for 30-90 seconds until it is fully blended and completely smooth!
Step 4: Pour the smoothie into 2 medium drinking cups or 1 large glass - enjoy this yummy smoothie!
Danika's tips for a creamy thick smoothie
I've been a smoothie addict for the last 10 years since my husband convinced me to have them almost daily, and I believe the key to all delicious smoothies is a good texture! Here's what you need to do for the best texture:
- Use a mix of frozen and fresh ingredients
- Start the blender on low and then increase to high speed
- Add more liquid little by little only if you need it!
Recommended for smoothies
For a thick smoothie, a good blender is key! I use my Vitamix blender daily and think it is the number one purchase for making healthy food in the kitchen!
Other incredible smoothies to make
In our house, we make a smoothie practically every single morning for breakfast or to go alongside breakfast. On my blog, I share the wholesome snacks and nourishing smoothies we make; here are a few of my recipes:
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Amazing Smoothie with Frozen Cherries
Equipment
- 1 blender
Ingredients
- 2 fresh bananas
- 1 cup milk (almond, soy, cow, rice, or oat)
- 1 tablespoon hemp hearts
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds
- 1 cup frozen raspberries
- 2 cups frozen cherries the pit must be removed
Instructions
- First, place the banana and milk in the bottom of the blender container, then place the hemp hearts and chia seeds on top.
- Add the frozen cherries and frozen raspberries. Place the lid on top, start the blender on low and turn it to high speed. After 30-90 seconds, everything should be fully blended and creamy.
- Pour into 2 medium glasses or 1 large glass. Enjoy! Keep any leftover smoothie in the fridge and drink within 24 hours.
Notes
Nutrition
Danika Vanderpyl, C.H.N
I create snack recipes with healthy ingredients that are mostly already in your kitchen. I'm certified in Holistic Nutrition and I care about giving my kids real food. Let me share my nutrient-dense easy snacks with you.
Jana says
This was supertasty! I skipped chia seeds and hemp, and used unsweetened almond milk. The smoothie was perfectly balanced so I already made it twice this week, thank you for the recipe!
Danika Vanderpyl says
Thanks for sharing what you thought Jana. This smoothie will continue to support your body as you drink it on repeat! Enjoy.