A protein-packed smoothie combining the tartness of frozen cherries with creamy milk and pure vanilla for flavor. Perfect for a nutritious snack or post-workout boost.
Vanilla Cherry Protein Smoothie
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A protein-packed smoothie combining the tartness of frozen cherries with creamy milk and pure vanilla for flavor. Perfect for a nutritious snack or post-workout boost.
Prep
7 min
Cook
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Total
7 min
Servings
1
Diet
Gluten free
Ingredients
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servings
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- ¾ cup (180.0 ml)milk
- 1.0 cup (140.0 g)frozen pitted cherries
- 1.0 scoopprotein powder
- 1.0 tsp (5.0 ml)pure vanilla extract
- ½ cup (120.0 g)ice cubes
- 1.0small pinch fine sea salt
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Instructions
- Add the milk to a high-speed blender first.
- Add the frozen pitted cherries, protein powder, pure vanilla extract, and fine sea salt.
- Add the ice cubes.
- Blend on low for 10 seconds, then increase to high and blend for 35–50 seconds, until completely smooth.
- Check consistency and adjust by blending in 1–2 tablespoons additional milk if too thick, or a few extra ice cubes/frozen fruit if too thin.
- Pour into a 16-ounce glass and serve immediately.
Tips
- Use any milk you prefer, such as almond or oat milk, to make it dairy-free. Freezing fresh cherries works well if frozen are unavailable.
Recipe FAQ
How long does it take to make vanilla cherry protein smoothie?
Plan on 7 minutes of prep. The recipe makes 1 serving.
Can I make vanilla cherry protein smoothie ahead?
Best fresh. Refrigerate leftovers in a sealed jar for up to 24 hours and shake or re-blend before drinking.
Can I use a different form of vanilla?
Yes. This recipe uses 1 teaspoon of pure vanilla extract. You can swap in the seeds of 1/2 vanilla bean, 1 teaspoon of vanilla bean paste, or 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla powder instead.
Estimated · per serving
Nutrition
Per serving = 1 of 1 serving this recipe makes.
334
Calories / serving
8.5g
Fat
34.9g
Carbs
30.0g
Protein
29.4g
Sugar
Whole recipe (1 serving): ~334 cal · 9g fat · 35g carbs · 30g protein · 29g sugar
Estimated values per serving, calculated from standard ingredient data. Not verified Nutrition Facts; actual values vary with brands, measurements, and preparation.
Per serving · 334 calories
What it takes to burn one serving
- Brisk walking 63 min·3.7 mi·~7350 steps
- Walking uphill or incline treadmill 45 min·2.3 mi·~4500 steps
- Moderate cycling 34 min·6.8 mi
- Swimming laps 47 min
- Jogging 33 min·2.8 mi·~5300 steps
- Stair climbing 31 min·~2800 steps
- Dancing 54 min
- Bodyweight circuit training 34 min
- Cleaning, errands, or playing with the dog 78 min
Rough estimates for one serving, based on standard MET values at about 155 lb. Your own burn depends on body size, effort, and fitness. Shown for context only — food is not something you have to earn.
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