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Protein-Packed Cherry Smoothie Bowl

A delicious high protein smoothie bowl made with frozen cherries and tart cherry juice. This power bowl makes the perfect post-workout meal!
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings 1 serving
Calories 352kcal
Author Amee

Ingredients

  • ¾ cup frozen cherries
  • 6 oz plain Greek yogurt
  • 28 g unflavored whey protein powder
  • ½ frozen banana you can go with a whole banana for added sweetness
  • 2 tablespoon tart cherry juice
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 3-4 drops stevia or 1 single serving packet of stevia

Optional toppings

  • 1 tablespoon chia seeds
  • 1 tablespoon hemp seeds
  • 1 teaspoon cacao nibs
  • 1 tablespoon sliced almonds or melted almond butter

Instructions

  • Add first 7 ingredients into a powerful mixer or Vitamix.  Blend until smooth and creamy.  Pour into a bowl and add toppings, if desired.  

Notes

  • Freezing bananas for smoothies - I love having frozen bananas on hand for smoothies. To freeze fresh bananas, place whole, peeled bananas on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Set in the freezer until frozen solid. Then, transfer the frozen bananas to a freezer-safe resealable bag and freeze for up to 6 months.
  • Using frozen fruit - Using frozen fruit makes a thicker and creamier smoothie bowl.
  • If you prefer a thinner drinking consistency, replace the Greek yogurt with unsweetened almond milk, coconut milk, oat milk, or regular milk (you can also use some of each).
  • For an extra thick smoothie bowl- freeze the Greek yogurt into ice cube trays or add a bit of ice to reach your favorite creamy consistency.

Nutrition

Calories: 352kcal | Carbohydrates: 43g | Protein: 43g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 55mg | Sodium: 106mg | Potassium: 815mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 31g | Vitamin A: 141IU | Vitamin C: 12mg | Calcium: 292mg | Iron: 2mg