Mango Cherry Smoothie

This delicious mango cherry smoothie is refreshing, thick, healthy and packed with natural sweetness. It can be done in minutes and makes for the perfect sweet treat for breakfast, snack or a light dessert. Naturally vegan and gluten-free.

Introducing our new favorite smoothie recipe: mango cherry smoothie!

Not kidding, this has been on repeat in our house in the last few weeks. I am still blown away by the dreamy creamy texture and the naturally super sweet taste of this amazing concoction.

Something else that I have been doing more lately is swapping the bananas for frozen mango when making smoothies. I love the mild tropical flavor mango brings to smoothies, plus it makes the consistency super thick and creamy without adding an overwhelming sweet taste. 

This chocolate mango smoothie and this watermelon mango smoothie are fun ways to use mango and make for such a good way to start the day. And we love this hydrating mango cucumber smoothie for the summer. Now this mango cherry smoothie is another nutrient-packed breakfast or snack perfect for when you are looking for something healthy, quick + easy and super satisfying.

Aside from the fruit, I included some flaxseed and almond butter to boost the drink with healthy fats (such as omega-3 fatty acids), which support brain health (among many other health benefits) and help you stay full longer. But also, these simple additions whip the smoothie mixture to such a delicious velvety consistency!

Let me know if you give it a try! ❤️

Why you will love this recipe

• Simple smoothie recipe that's easy and quick (done within 5 minutes!)
• Made using simple ingredients
• Delicious smoothie with a sweet fruity flavor and an ultra-creamy texture
• Perfect for a speedy breakfast, healthy snack, or light dessert
• Kid-friendly and adult-approved, your whole family will love it!
• Filling and satisfying
• Great portable breakfast for on-the-go
• Highly customizable
• Naturally vegan, dairy-free and gluten-free, plus easy-to-make nut-free

Ingredients you will need

(See below in the recipe card for the measurements)

• Frozen mango: you can also use fresh mango if you prefer, although in this case I would recommend using a little less milk.
• Frozen cherries: I highly recommend using a bag of sweet cherries as opposed to tart cherries for best result. You can also find bags of mixed sweet + tart cherries, which can also work depending on what you are looking for.
• Plant-based milk: I used oat milk from Oatly. I enjoy its creaminess and mild natural sweet flavor. You can also use soy milk (higher in protein), almond milk (nice nutty flavor) or cashew milk (ultra creamy). In a pinch, just use water if you don't have any milk!
• Almond butter: I often include a spoonful of almond butter in smoothies to add more substance to them, especially if I want to enjoy them as a light meal. You can also swap for peanut butter, cashew butter or nut-free butter, such as pumpkin seed butter.
• Flaxseed: adds a nice boost in omega-3 healthy fats.

How to make a mango cherry smoothie recipe

(See below in the recipe card for the full recipe)

Combine

To a blender, add the milk, flaxseed, almond butter, frozen mango chunks and frozen cherries. 

Blend 

Blend on high until completely smooth and take 1-2 breaks to scrape the sides and bottom of the blender. You may add a small amount of milk extra if necessary.

Serve

Pour into a serving glass, garnish if you wish and serve with a straw!

Helpful tips

• This smoothie is meant to be pretty thick. If you have a high-speed blender, then use the tamper to help keep the thick mixture close to the blades. If you have a regular blender, then you will have to take a few breaks to scrape the sides and bottom of the blender and you might have to add some extra milk.
• This recipe makes for 1 large serving or 2 smaller ones.
• I highly recommend using frozen fruit as opposed to fresh for this recipe. They give a super thick consistency to your drink and help make your treat super cold and frosty.

Serving suggestions

I enjoy this smoothie in a tall glass with a wide straw to accommodate the thicker consistency. 

Feel free to sprinkle some extra flaxseed over at serving.

You can also turn this recipe into a smoothie bowl! In that case, make sure to keep the smoothie on the thicker side (don't add too much milk) and simply spoon the mixture into a bowl. Then, garnish with granola, shredded coconut, chia seeds, cacao nibs, nuts and fresh fruit. Enjoy with a spoon!

Variations

Smoothies are so versatile, you can add more to them or swap the ingredients with what you have.

Smoothie booster ideas:

• Tropical: swap the milk for coconut water for a delicious Island flavor. You can also add some pineapple, which makes smoothies taste very-tropicalish!
• Greens: add a handful of baby spinach (or baby kale) to add tons of extra nutrients, such as fiber, antioxidants and vitamins. The super sweet fruit in the smoothie will hide entirely the flavor from the greens and you won't taste it at all.
• Protein-packed: add more of the almond butter or swap for peanut butter. If you have some protein powder, then this would be a good addition too. I also like to add hemp seeds for an easy plant-based protein boost in smoothies.
• Zesty flavor: add a squeeze of lemon or lime juice or some citrus zest to include a delicious fresh flavor.
• Sweeter: I find this smoothie already pretty sweet, but depending on your preference and the natural sweetness from your fruit, you can add some bananas, large soft medjool dates or even a tiny amount of maple syrup to make the smoothie sweeter.
• More flavoring ideas: try adding some vanilla extract, fresh ginger or cinnamon. Also, a few drops of almond extract would be a great pairing with the cherries in this recipe.

FAQs

How can I make a thicker smoothie?

You can make your smoothie thicker by using less milk. It is easier to make a thick smoothie if you have a high-speed blender, which effortlessly crushes frozen hard fruit into a smooth texture. If you have a Vitamix blender, then you can also use the tamper. If you have a regular blender, then you will have to take many breaks to scrape the sides and bottom and maybe add an extra splash of milk.

Can I use fresh cherries?

At the beginning of the summer, then you can use in-season fresh cherries. You will have to first remove the cherry pits and you might want to use less milk as well to keep the texture super thick.

More smoothie recipes you might like

• Banana pear smoothie
• Strawberry matcha smoothie
• Arugula smoothie
• Tropical island green smoothie
• Cucumber strawberry smoothie
• Raspberry and blueberry smoothie
• Peach pineapple smoothie

I hope you like this mango cherry smoothie recipe as much as we do! If you try it, please leave a comment below and rate the recipe to let me know how it was. Your feedback is so helpful!

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