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    Cherry Smoothie

    Published: Jun 15, 2021 · Modified: May 25, 2023 by Maria Doss · This post may contain affiliate links · Leave a Comment

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    This Cherry Smoothie tastes like a slice of black forest cake in a glass! Made using 4 healthy ingredients, it a guilt free yet decadent way to enjoy fresh cherries.

    3 glasses filled with chocolate smoothie topped with cherries.

    I wanted a cherry smoothie that tastes like a black forest cake, yet healthy enough for a morning breakfast smoothie.

    What is black forest cake? Originating in the Black Forest region of Germany, it is typically made with a chocolate sponge cake, soaked with cherry syrup and cherry brandy or Kirsch, then layered with whipped cream and cherries. The combination of is to die for, like in my black forest mug cake or black forest overnight oats.

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    • Cherry Smoothie

    Why this recipe works?

    This cherry smoothie recipe is a ridiculously simple yet healthier way to get your black forest cake fix! Let me explain why -

    • Cocoa powder for chocolate sponge. Ounce for ounce cocoa powder packs more chocolate flavor, because it is about 80 percent cocoa solids and therefore has an intense chocolate flavor.
    • Fresh cherries. Fresh plump, deep mahogany Bing cherries are super sweet, with a hint of tartness. It adds intense fruitiness, and makes a healthier alternative to the jarred cherries bathing in sugary syrup.
    • Whole milk. It adds viscosity and creaminess, replaces the whipped cream filling and frosting.
    • Maple syrup and vanilla extract. To make it sweet, enhance the flavors and adds a subtle hint of booziness, as the cherry brandy in the cake recipe.

    Ingredients

    Scroll down to the recipe card below for full information on ingredients and amounts.

    ingredients needed for the recipe.
    1. Bing Cherries - Use fresh, dark Bing cherries or frozen Bing.
    2. Milk - Whole milk makes it creamy and nutritious. Almond or oat milk makes a great vegan substitute.
    3. Cocoa powder - You will find two types of cocoa powder in the grocery store shelves - dutch processed and natural variety. I like to use dutch processed cocoa, because it has been treated with alkali to neutralize the cocoa's acidity, mellowing the astringent notes.
    4. Maple syrup - Use pure maple syrup and not pancake syrup.
    5. Vanilla extract - Real vanilla extract has around 250 flavor compounds when compared to just one in the imitation kind.

    Tip: Use fresh Bing cherries for the sweet-tart flavor and deep color, which intensifies when combined with cocoa. Other varieties like Rainier, Lambert, Chelan, Lapins or Tulare might work but won't taste like the real deal!

    How to make?

    You can find full printable recipe below, but here is a quick overview of the procedure along with step-by-step photos.

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    1. Pit cherries, measure half cup and add into a blender along with milk, maple syrup, cocoa powder and vanilla extract.
    2. Blend until smooth and creamy. Pour into a tall glass filled with ice.

    Tip: Don't measure whole cherries! Pit the cherries, discard the seeds and then measure, before continuing with the cherry smoothie.

    How to store?

    This cherry smoothie makes a single serve recipe, so you will end up with leftovers. However, if you'd like to store for later, then refrigerate in mason jars or glass bottles for 2 to 3 days.

    Helpful tips

    • Make sure to blend until very smooth.
    • Adjust maple syrup depending on the sweetness of your cherries.
    • Use Bing cherries for the authentic taste.

    Recipe FAQs

    How to pit cherries without a pitter?

    Gently pull away the stem from the fruit. Holding the cherry in your hand, run a small pairing knife around the pit (just like you would for an avocado). Turn the two cherry sides in opposite directions to loosen them from the pit and then remove the pit with your fingers.

    How to buy fresh cherries?

    Freshest of cherries are available in late May through August. When selecting cherries, look for bright green, vibrant stems, which is a good indication of the freshness. They will be plump with shiny unblemished skins, and feel firm when touched.

    one glass filled with chocolate smoothie topped with cherries and two straws.

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    3 glasses filled with chocolate smoothie.

    Cherry Smoothie

    This Cherry Smoothie tastes like a slice of black forest cake in a glass! Made using 4 healthy ingredients, it a guilt free yet decadent way to enjoy fresh cherries.
    5 from 5 votes
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    Course: Smoothie
    Cuisine: American
    Prep Time: 5 minutes minutes
    Cook Time: 0 minutes minutes
    Total Time: 5 minutes minutes
    Servings: 1 Serving
    Calories: 242kcal
    Author: Maria Doss

    Ingredients

    • ½ cup pitted Bing cherries
    • ½ cup milk
    • 2 tablespoons maple syrup
    • 1 ½ tablespoons cocoa powder
    • few drops vanilla extract
    • ½ scant pinch salt

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    Instructions

    • Cut cherries in half, remove and discard the pits, and then measure ½ cup for the recipe (do not measure whole cherries).
      Tip: You will find two types of cocoa powder in the grocery store shelves - dutch processed and natural variety. I like to use dutch processed cocoa, because it has been treated with alkali to neutralize the cocoa's acidity, mellowing the astringent notes.
    • Add all ingredients into a blender and blend until smooth and serve.

    Notes

    Other sweeteners: We tried this chocolate cherry smoothie recipe with other sweeteners like honey, sugar, dates and brown sugar. Maple syrup was a clear winner in achieving the authentic taste of a black forest cake.
    Cherries – We recommend fresh Bing cherries and not other varieties like Rainier cherries, Lambert, Chelan, Lapins or Tulare.
    Remove pits and cut cherries in half before measuring. Since the cherries will be blended, we simply chopped cherries in half and removed the pits with a finger tip.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1 Serving | Calories: 242kcal | Carbohydrates: 48g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 15mg | Sodium: 52mg | Potassium: 540mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 39g | Vitamin A: 242IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 212mg | Iron: 1mg

    Nutritional information is based on third party calculations, should be considered estimates and not be construed as a guarantee. Varying factors such as product types, brands purchased, produce, the way ingredients are processed and more change the nutritional information in any recipe.

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