High Protein Cherry Pie Smoothie (no protein powder)

The best way to enjoy cherry season all year long is this High Protein Cherry Pie Smoothie!

Oats, almond butter and a dash of almond extract along with the cherries give serious cherry pie smoothie vibes.

You don’t need protein powder for this high protein smoothie.  Just make sure to use a high protein Greek or Skyr yogurt to up the protein content!

Even though I love to make this Tropical Blood Orange Smoothie on repeat, this High Protein Cherry Pie Smoothie has become one of my favorite smoothies too.

Cherries are not only delicious but packed with fiber, vitamins, and minerals. They’re rich in antioxidants and vitamin C!

If you’re looking for a nutrient-dense and high protein new smoothie recipe, this is the one for you.

Why you’ll love this high protein cherry pie smoothie

• It’s packed with 24 grams of protein and 8 grams of fiber!
• You don’t need protein powder to make this smoothie high protein.
• Make it anytime of year using frozen cherries.
• It only takes 5 minutes to make this easy smoothie, so it is perfect for weekday breakfasts.

Ingredients needed to make this cherry pie smoothie

Frozen cherries: frozen cherries are the base ingredient for this delicious cherry pie smoothie

Almond milk: I like to use almond milk in this smoothie but you can swap for another milk of choice if desired

Yogurt: use plain Greek yogurt or Skyr yogurt as they bring a big boost of protein to this smoothie

Rolled oats: use regular or gluten-free rolled oats for this smoothie recipe

Almond butter: almond butter adds a dose of healthy fats but you can substitute with cashew butter

Sweetener: use maple syrup or honey to add just a touch of sweetness

Almond extract: almond extract brings out the cherry flavour in this high protein smoothie

Seasonings: add a pinch of ground cinnamon and salt to round out the flavours

How to make this high protein cherry smoothie

Step 1: Add all of the ingredients to high-powdered blender.

Step 2: Blend until smooth and enjoy!

Expert tips

• I use almond milk in this smoothie but you can substitute with regular milk if you prefer.
• Add a scoop of vanilla protein powder to up the protein content to the next level!
• Make this into a chocolate cherry smoothie by adding 1 tbsp of cocoa or cacao powder.
• Add-in a tablespoon of ground flaxseed, chia seeds or hemp seeds for an extra dose of fiber and healthy fats.

Common questions

Can I substitute for the almond butter?
I think the best substitute for almond butter would be cashew butter as it will give a similar flavour. However, you could use peanut butter but note that it might change the cherry pie taste of the smoothie slightly.

What if I don’t have almond extract?
Almond extract helps to bring out the cherry flavour of this smoothie. If you don’t have it on hand, you can use vanilla extract instead.

Can I use fresh cherries instead of frozen?
I don’t recommend using fresh cherries as frozen cherries help to thicken the smoothie whereas fresh cherries would lend to a thinner smoothie texture. But, you could garnish with a few frozen cherries, that would be delicious!

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