Rainier Cherry Vanilla Smoothie
This creamy, golden-hued smoothie highlights the delicate sweetness of Rainier cherries paired with aromatic vanilla. It's a refreshing, nutrient-dense breakfast or snack that tastes like a chilled cherry custard.
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 2 cups Rainier cherries pitted and frozen for best texture
- 1 cup Greek yogurt plain or vanilla
- 1 cup almond milk unsweetened
- 1 frozen banana banana sliced before freezing
- 1 tsp vanilla bean paste or pure vanilla extract
- 1 tbsp honey optional, adjust to taste
- 0.25 tsp ground cinnamon adds warmth
- 1 tbsp flax seeds for added fiber
Notes
For a vegan version, substitute Greek yogurt with coconut yogurt and use maple syrup instead of honey. If the smoothie is too thick, add almond milk 1 tablespoon at a time until desired consistency is reached. Store leftovers in an airtight jar in the fridge for up to 24 hours, though separation may occur.