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Chocolate Cherry Smoothie

Chocolate · Berry smoothie

Chocolate Cherry Smoothie

Black Forest in a glass: frozen dark cherries, cocoa and almond butter. Rich, but dairy-free and lightly sweet.

Prep
5 min
Total
5 min
Serves
1
Calories
300

ChocolateBerryDessert-likeDairy-freeVegan

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Dark sweet cherries and cocoa are a classic pairing. Frozen pitted cherries save all the work, and almond butter gives it a rich, nutty finish.

Ingredients

1 serving

You’ll need: Blender

Method

  1. Add the almond milk, cocoa, almond butter and vanilla to the blender.

  2. Add the cherries and frozen banana.

  3. Blend on high until smooth and deep red-brown.

Tips

  • Use dark sweet cherries, not tart, or add a date if yours are tart.

Nutrition per serving, approximate

Calories
300
Protein
8g
Carbs
46g
Sugar
28g
Fiber
9g
Fat
13g
Caffeine
12mg

Estimated from standard USDA values for the ingredients listed; brands vary.

Variations

Nutrition at a glance

One serving has about 300 calories, 8 g protein, 9 g fiber and 28 g sugar (mostly from fruit). Values are estimates from USDA data for the exact amounts listed; swapping milks or yogurts changes them: try our smoothie calorie calculator to check your version.

Make it ahead

Pack the solid ingredients (fruit, greens, seeds, oats) into a freezer bag and freeze for up to 3 months. In the morning, tip the bag into the blender, add the liquid and yogurt, and blend. A blended smoothie keeps in a sealed jar in the fridge for up to 24 hours; shake before drinking. More on smoothie freezer packs.

Frequently asked questions

Are frozen cherries already pitted?

Bagged frozen cherries almost always are: check the label.

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Gear for this recipe

NutriBullet Pro 900

★★★★★★★★★★ 4.4 · Best for one smoothie at a time, blended right in the cup you drink from

Blend, twist on a lid and go. The 900-watt motor handles frozen fruit and spinach well, and personal cups mean almost no cleanup. The go-to personal blender.

Type
Personal
Power
900 W
Capacity
32 oz cup
Warranty
1 year
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Ninja Professional BL610

★★★★★★★★★★ 4.3 · Best for frozen-fruit smoothies on a budget

A huge pitcher and stacked blades that crush ice and frozen fruit easily for under $100. It’s less smooth with leafy greens and seeds than a Vitamix, but unbeatable value for fruit smoothies.

Type
Full-size
Power
1,000 W
Capacity
72 oz
Warranty
1 year
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