Fresh Tart Cherry Almond Smoothie Bowl Recipe with Crunchy Granola
A quick and healthy smoothie bowl combining tart cherries, creamy almond butter, and crunchy toasted granola for a satisfying breakfast or brunch.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup (150g) frozen tart cherries
- 3 tablespoons almond butter
- 1 ripe banana, peeled
- 1/2 cup (120ml) unsweetened almond milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/3 cup (40g) crunchy granola
- 1 tablespoon sliced almonds, toasted (optional)
- 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup (optional)
Instructions
- Gather 1 cup (150g) frozen tart cherries, 3 tablespoons almond butter, 1 ripe banana, 1/2 cup (120ml) unsweetened almond milk, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, and 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon.
- Toast 1/3 cup (40g) granola and 1 tablespoon sliced almonds in a skillet over medium heat for 3-4 minutes, stirring frequently until golden and aromatic.
- Add tart cherries, almond butter, banana, almond milk, vanilla, and cinnamon to a high-speed blender. Blend on high for 45 seconds to 1 minute until smooth but thick. Add more almond milk 1 tablespoon at a time if too thick.
- Optional: Blend in 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup for extra sweetness.
- Pour smoothie into a bowl and smooth the top with a spatula.
- Sprinkle toasted granola and almonds evenly over the top.
- Serve immediately for best texture and flavor.
Notes
If blender struggles with frozen cherries, let them thaw for 5 minutes or pulse in short bursts. Toast granola fresh each time to maintain crunch. Add liquid gradually to achieve spoonable texture. Store smoothie base in fridge up to 24 hours; add granola just before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 320350
- Fat: 1416
- Carbohydrates: 3842
- Fiber: 68
- Protein: 810
Keywords: smoothie bowl, tart cherry, almond butter, granola, healthy breakfast, vegan, gluten-free, quick breakfast