Ingredients
1 cup frozen dark, sweet, and tart cherries
1/4 cup unsweetened dairy-free coconut milk yogurt alternative (plain)
1/4 to 1/2 cup cold brew coffee (or regular coffee/water as an optional substitute)
1/2 to 3/4 cup oat milk or milk of choice (almond, soy, or regular milk can be used)
1 tablespoon unsweetened cacao powder or cocoa powder (can increase to 2 tablespoons depending on preference)
1 scoop chocolate protein powder (optional, for added protein)
1 to 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup or 12 to 16 drops liquid stevia for added sweetness (optional)
Optional: cacao nibs for garnish
Instructions
Gather ingredients: Collect frozen cherries, coconut milk yogurt, cold brew coffee, oat or preferred milk, cacao powder, protein powder (optional), and sweetener.
Create base: Pour cold brew coffee and milk into the blender to set a smooth liquid foundation.
Add flavor and nutrition: Add frozen cherries, unsweetened coconut milk yogurt, cacao powder, and any chosen sweetener or protein powder.
Blend thoroughly: Blend on high until smooth and creamy. Pause to scrape down sides if needed.
Adjust consistency: If too thick, add a splash more milk; if too thin, add extra frozen cherries or ice cubes as necessary.
Balance taste: Taste the smoothie and tweak sweetness or chocolate intensity by adding more maple syrup, stevia, or cacao powder.
Garnish and serve: Pour into a glass and garnish with cacao nibs for a pleasant crunch and visual appeal.
Enjoy immediately: Consume fresh for best flavor and texture.
Last Step:
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🍒 Use frozen sweet-tart cherries for the best flavor and thickness.
🥄 Add frozen banana or almond butter for extra creaminess and protein.
☕ Opt for cold brew coffee to enjoy a smoother, less acidic taste.
- Prep Time: 5 to 10 minutes
- Chill Time: 0 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Smoothie
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: International
- Diet: Vegan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 glass
- Calories: Varies based on additions
- Sugar: Varies based on sweeteners used
- Sodium: Varies
- Fat: Varies based on milk and yogurt used
- Saturated Fat: Varies
- Unsaturated Fat: Varies
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: Varies
- Fiber: Varies based on ingredients used
- Protein: Varies, especially with protein powder
- Cholesterol: 0 mg