Cherry Coconut Smoothie
The Cherry Coconut Smoothie is a vibrant and refreshing blend of tart cherries, creamy coconut milk, and naturally sweet banana. Perfect for breakfast, a midday boost, or post-workout recovery, this smoothie combines tropical flavors with nourishing ingredients to deliver a healthy and delicious treat suitable for various diets including vegan and gluten-free.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: International
- Diet: Gluten Free, Vegan
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 cup fresh or frozen cherries
- 1 cup coconut milk (preferably full-fat)
- 1 ripe banana
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup ice cubes
Optional Sweeteners
- 1–2 tsp honey or maple syrup (to taste)
Instructions
- Prepare Your Ingredients: Gather fresh or frozen cherries, banana, coconut milk, vanilla extract, and any optional sweeteners like honey or maple syrup. If using frozen cherries, thaw only if your blender struggles with ice.
- Blend the Base: Add cherries, banana, coconut milk, vanilla extract, and ice cubes into a blender. Blend on high speed until the mixture is smooth and creamy without any chunks.
- Taste and Adjust: Pause to taste. If you prefer it sweeter, add honey or maple syrup and blend briefly again. Adjust thickness by adding more coconut milk if needed.
- Serve Immediately: Pour into a glass, optionally garnish with shredded coconut or whole cherries, and enjoy the fresh tropical flavors at their best.
Notes
- Choose ripe bananas for natural sweetness and smooth texture without extra sugar.
- Use frozen cherries to add thickness and chill without extra ice, resulting in a more intense flavor.
- Full-fat coconut milk enhances creaminess and tropical flavor.
- Blend gradually, starting on low speed then increasing to prevent large chunks and ensure smoothness.
- Add mix-ins like protein powder or greens gradually to maintain flavor balance.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 smoothie (about 12 oz)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: cherry smoothie, coconut smoothie, vegan smoothie, gluten free smoothie, healthy smoothie, tropical smoothie
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