Creamy, sweet-tart, and lightly tropical, this Cherry Coconut Vanilla Smoothie blends juicy cherries with coconut milk, banana, Greek yogurt, and vanilla for a pretty pink sip that feels breakfast-ready and dessert-inspired. The cherries bring bold fruit flavor, the coconut milk adds smooth richness, and the vanilla makes everything taste soft and cozy.
Ingredients
- 1 cup frozen pitted cherries
- 1/2 medium ripe banana, sliced
- 3/4 cup unsweetened coconut milk
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 to 2 teaspoons honey or maple syrup, optional
- 1/2 cup ice, optional for a thicker smoothie
- 1 tablespoon unsweetened shredded coconut, optional for topping
How To Make It
Add the frozen cherries, banana, coconut milk, Greek yogurt, vanilla extract, and sweetener, if using, to a blender. Blend on high until the mixture is smooth, creamy, and evenly pink.
If the smoothie is too thick, splash in a little more coconut milk and blend again. If you want it frostier, add the ice and blend until the texture is thick and spoonable. Taste before serving; cherries can vary in tartness, so you may want a tiny extra drizzle of honey or maple syrup.
Pour into one large glass or two small glasses. Finish with shredded coconut on top for a simple Pinterest-friendly garnish, or add a cherry on the rim if you want it to feel extra fun.
Tips
Use frozen cherries for the best cold, creamy texture. Fresh cherries work too, but you may need extra ice to make the smoothie thick.
For the coconut milk, use the refrigerated carton style for a lighter smoothie or light canned coconut milk for a richer, more dessert-like blend. Full-fat canned coconut milk is delicious, but a little goes a long way, so consider using half coconut milk and half water if you choose it.
A ripe banana helps sweeten the smoothie naturally and gives it a smooth body. If you do not want banana, try 1/2 cup frozen mango or a few spoonfuls of extra Greek yogurt for thickness.
Plain Greek yogurt keeps the vanilla and cherry flavors balanced, but vanilla Greek yogurt can be used for a sweeter version. If using sweetened yogurt, start without added honey and adjust after blending.
Serve this smoothie right away for the freshest flavor and creamiest texture.
Blend it up, sip happy, and enjoy the cherry-coconut glow!