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Cherry Smoothie

A delightful blend of sweet-tart cherries and creamy goodness, this cherry smoothie is perfect for breakfast or a snack.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Beverage
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 1 cup fresh or frozen cherries pitted
  • 1 ripe banana
  • 1 cup yogurt plain or flavored
  • 1/2 cup milk dairy or non-dairy
  • 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup optional
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract optional

Equipment

  • Blender
  • Measuring cups
  • Measuring spoons
  • Glass or cup for serving

Method
 

  1. Gather all the ingredients on your countertop.
  2. If using fresh cherries, rinse and pit them. If using frozen cherries, let them thaw slightly for easier blending.
  3. Peel the banana and break it into chunks.
  4. In your blender, combine the cherries, banana, yogurt, and milk.
  5. Add honey or maple syrup and vanilla extract if desired.
  6. Blend on high until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
  7. If the smoothie is too thick, add a little more milk and blend again.
  8. Pour the smoothie into glasses and enjoy immediately.

Notes

Garnish with a few whole cherries or a slice of banana for a fun touch.