Chocolate Cherry Smoothie
healthy / vegan / dairy-free / gluten-free
Delicious flavors of cherry, chocolate, and almond blend together for this irresistibly delicious and healthy smoothie. This Chocolate Cherry Smoothie is naturally sweetened and packs 14 grams of protein in this 15oz serving that can be used as a healthy meal replacement or recovery smoothie after a workout. This decadent tasting smoothie is creamy and tastes like a milkshake but WAY healthier and no processed sugar added. Tip: use frozen cherries for a thicker smoothie. Hemp hearts add protein and healthy benefits such as omega-3 and omega-6 for healthy brain function and cognitive focus.
Let’s begin!
Ingredients:
1 cup sweet cherries, frozen or fresh (pitted)
2 large dates (pitted)
1/2 Silk unsweetened almondmilk yogurt (This particular brand works best to achieve the flavor)
1 tbsp organic unsweetened cocoa powder
1 tbsp 100% pure peanut powder
1 tbsp hemp hearts
1/2 tsp Nature’s Flavors organic almond flavor extract
1/2 cup unsweetened vanilla almond milk
Optional garnish: chocolate shavings or pieces, fresh cherries
Instructions:
Add ingredients, in order, to a smoothie cup and blend using smoothie setting.
Alternatively, add all ingredients to a blender in reverse order and pulse a few times, then blend on high for at least one minute, or until smooth.
Pour into serving glass and garnish if desired.
Enjoy this decadent tasting smoothie after a workout or breakfast for a delicious and satisfying sip!
So creamy and delicious you’ll forget it’s healthy!
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Enjoy!
💜Julie
Chocolate Cherry Smoothie
Ingredients
Instructions
- Add ingredients, in order, to a smoothie cup and blend using smoothie setting. (Alternatively, add all ingredients to a blender in reverse order and pulse a few times, then blend on high for at least one minute, or until smooth.)
- Pour and enjoy! (garnish, if desired)
Notes
NOTE: I am lactose intolerant, that is why I choose to create a dairy-free version, but if you would like to use real dairy ingredients you can (equal substitution amounts.) Keep in mind that the nutritional value may change.
Nutrition Facts
Calories
251Fat (grams)
16 gCarbs (grams)
50 gFiber (grams)
11 gSugar (grams)
30 gProtein (grams)
14 gSodium (milligrams)
165 mgNutrition Disclaimer: Nutritional Information is provided as a courtesy only and should be viewed as an estimate. Ingredients can vary with brands and size and Inspiration Apron makes no guarantees to the accuracy of this information.
