Name: Cherry Almond Smoothie
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 15 min
Cuisine: Smoothie
Ingredients: 2 to 3 dates, pitted; 1 cup unsweetened almond milk (can make your own or use store-bought); 2 tablespoons almond butter (can make your own or use store-bought); 3/4 cup frozen sweet cherries; 1/4 teaspoon pure almond extract (optional, but recommended to achieve yummy almond flavor); 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract; 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon; EXTRAS FOR NUTRITION BOOST (OPTIONAL):; 1 tablespoon chia seeds; 1 tablespoon coconut oil; 1 tablespoon ground flax seeds; Ice cubes for thickness; Spinach (this does tend to turn the smoothie an unappealing color)

Description

Cherry Almond Smoothie is a quick and healthy way to enjoy your fruit. Plus it tastes like dessert!

Ingredients

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2 to 3 dates, pitted
1 cup unsweetened almond milk (can make your own or use store-bought)
2 tablespoons almond butter (can make your own or use store-bought)
3/4 cup frozen sweet cherries
1/4 teaspoon pure almond extract (optional, but recommended to achieve yummy almond flavor)
1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
EXTRAS FOR NUTRITION BOOST (OPTIONAL):
1 tablespoon chia seeds
1 tablespoon coconut oil
1 tablespoon ground flax seeds
Ice cubes for thickness
Spinach (this does tend to turn the smoothie an unappealing color)

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Instructions

In a small bowl soak your dates in very hot water for 5 to 10 minutes to soften them up. Drain them from the water before using.
To a blender add all of the ingredients. Blend on high until everything is well incorporated. Scrape down sides as needed. Taste and adjust flavors to your liking: add more cinnamon, another date, or a few more cherries.
Pour into a glass and serve immediately.