This Cherry Peach Vanilla Smoothie blends juicy cherries, sweet peach, creamy banana, tangy Greek yogurt, and a soft splash of vanilla into one pretty pink sip. It has that sunny stone-fruit flavor that feels perfect for breakfast, brunch, or an easy afternoon treat. The cherry-peach combo brings bright fruitiness, while the vanilla makes the whole smoothie taste smooth, mellow, and almost dessert-like without being fussy.
Ingredients
- 1 cup frozen pitted sweet cherries
- 1 large ripe peach, sliced, or 1 cup frozen peach slices
- 1/2 medium banana, fresh or frozen
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 3/4 cup milk, dairy or nondairy
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 to 2 teaspoons honey or maple syrup, optional
- 1/2 cup ice, optional, for a thicker smoothie
How To Make It
Add the milk and Greek yogurt to the blender first. This helps the blades move smoothly and keeps the fruit from sticking at the bottom.
Add the frozen cherries, peach slices, banana, vanilla extract, and sweetener if using. Blend on high until the smoothie looks creamy, rosy, and fully combined. If the blender needs help, pause and scrape down the sides, or add another small splash of milk.
Check the texture before serving. For a thicker smoothie, blend in the ice or use frozen banana and frozen peaches. For a thinner smoothie, add milk 1 tablespoon at a time until it pours easily.
Taste and adjust. If your cherries or peach are extra sweet, you may not need any honey or maple syrup. If the fruit is a little tart, a small drizzle will round out the flavor.
Pour into a chilled glass and enjoy right away for the freshest, creamiest texture.
Tips
Use frozen cherries for the easiest prep and the coldest smoothie. If using fresh cherries, pit them first and add extra ice to help chill the blend.
A ripe peach makes a big difference. Look for one that smells sweet and gives slightly when pressed. If peaches are out of season, frozen peach slices are a reliable swap.
For a stronger vanilla note, use vanilla Greek yogurt instead of plain and reduce the vanilla extract to 1/4 teaspoon. For a more fruit-forward smoothie, keep the plain yogurt and add the full 1/2 teaspoon vanilla.
If you want a smoothie bowl, reduce the milk to 1/2 cup and use frozen banana. Spoon it into a bowl and top with sliced peach, chopped cherries, granola, or a sprinkle of coconut.
Blend it up and enjoy a cheerful cherry-peach sip!