This cherry raspberry smoothie with vanilla yogurt is a creamy, tart-sweet fruit smoothie that looks as cheerful as it tastes. Frozen cherries bring deep berry flavor, raspberries add a bright tang, and vanilla Greek yogurt makes the blend smooth, rich, and lightly dessert-like. A ripe banana helps soften the tartness and gives the smoothie a naturally thick, sippable texture. It is simple enough for a quick breakfast and pretty enough for a colorful afternoon snack.
Ingredients
- 1 cup frozen sweet cherries, pitted
- 3/4 cup frozen raspberries
- 1 medium ripe banana, sliced
- 3/4 cup vanilla Greek yogurt
- 1/2 cup milk of choice, plus more as needed
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract, optional
- 1 to 2 teaspoons honey or maple syrup, optional
- 1/2 cup ice, optional for extra thickness
How To Make It
1. Add the milk and vanilla Greek yogurt to the blender first. This helps the blades move easily and creates a creamier base. 2. Add the banana, frozen cherries, frozen raspberries, and vanilla extract if using. 3. Blend on high for 30 to 60 seconds, or until the smoothie is completely smooth. Stop and scrape down the sides if needed. 4. Check the texture. For a thinner smoothie, add an extra splash of milk. For a frostier, thicker smoothie, add the ice and blend again. 5. Taste and adjust. If your raspberries are very tart, blend in 1 teaspoon of honey or maple syrup, then add more only if you want it sweeter. 6. Pour into one large glass or two small glasses and serve right away while cold and creamy.
Tips
- Frozen fruit gives this smoothie the best thick, chilled texture. If you use fresh cherries or raspberries, add more ice to keep it frosty.
- For a stronger vanilla flavor, use both vanilla Greek yogurt and the optional vanilla extract.
- If your blender is small or lower-powered, let the frozen fruit sit at room temperature for 5 minutes before blending.
- Make it spoonable by reducing the milk to 1/4 cup and serving it in a bowl with granola, extra berries, or sliced banana.
- For a brighter berry flavor, add a tiny squeeze of lemon juice. It makes the cherries and raspberries taste extra fresh without overpowering the smoothie.
- Prep smoothie packs by freezing the cherries, raspberries, and sliced banana together. When ready, add the yogurt and milk, then blend.
Blend it up and enjoy a bright berry sip!