Cherry Smoothie Bowl with Pomegranate (Print)

Vibrant smoothie bowl with cherries, bananas and pomegranate, perfect for festive breakfasts or refreshing healthy snacks.

# Components:

→ Smoothie Base

01 - 1 cup frozen sweet cherries
02 - 1 large ripe banana, sliced and frozen
03 - 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk (or milk of choice)
04 - 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt or coconut yogurt (for dairy-free)
05 - 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup (optional)

→ Toppings

06 - 1/4 cup fresh pomegranate arils
07 - 1/4 cup granola (gluten-free if desired)
08 - 2 tablespoons unsweetened coconut flakes
09 - 2 tablespoons chia seeds
10 - 2 tablespoons fresh cherries, halved (optional)
11 - Fresh mint leaves, for garnish (optional)

# Directions:

01 - In a blender, combine frozen cherries, frozen banana, almond milk, yogurt, and honey or maple syrup (if using).
02 - Blend until thick and smooth, scraping down the sides as needed. Add a splash more milk if necessary for blending, but keep the texture thick.
03 - Pour the smoothie base evenly into two bowls.
04 - Arrange pomegranate arils, granola, coconut flakes, chia seeds, and fresh cherries artfully over the top.
05 - Garnish with fresh mint leaves if desired. Serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Ready in just 10 minutes for busy holiday mornings
  • Completely customizable with toppings and milk alternatives
  • Packed with antioxidants from cherries and pomegranate
  • Festive appearance perfect for holiday brunches without any fuss
02 -
  • Perfect for meal prep if you portion and freeze the smoothie ingredients in advance
  • Contains approximately 260 calories per serving making it a satisfying yet light breakfast option
  • Rich in vitamin C and antioxidants from both cherries and pomegranate to support immune health
03 -
  • Always freeze banana slices rather than whole bananas for easier blending and more consistent results
  • Add the liquid ingredients to the blender first followed by frozen ingredients for smoother blending
  • Let frozen fruits thaw for 3 to 5 minutes before blending if your blender motor struggles with fully frozen ingredients

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