Morello Cherry Almond Smoothie
This vibrant smoothie combines the tart complexity of Morello cherries with creamy almond butter for a refreshing, antioxidant-rich breakfast that tastes like a gourmet cherry bakewell tart.
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 2 cups frozen Morello cherries pitted
- 1.5 cups unsweetened almond milk chilled
- 1 large frozen banana sliced for easier blending
- 2 tbsp creamy almond butter no added sugar
- 0.25 tsp pure almond extract for a deep marzipan-like flavor
- 1 tbsp ground flaxseeds for added fiber and omega-3s
- 1 tsp honey optional, adjust based on cherry tartness
- 0.5 cup Greek yogurt use almond yogurt for a vegan version
Notes
For the best texture, use frozen fruit instead of ice cubes to prevent dilution. This smoothie can be made up to 12 hours in advance if stored in an airtight mason jar in the refrigerator, though some separation is natural—just shake well before drinking. To make it a meal replacement, add a scoop of vanilla protein powder.