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!
I love swapping bananas for frozen mangoes when making smoothies. I enjoy 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.
Let me know if you give it a try! ❤️
❤️ Why you will love this recipe
- Simple smoothie recipe (5 ingredients!) that's easy and quick (done within 5 minutes!)
- 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!
- Naturally vegan, dairy-free and gluten-free
🗒 Ingredient notes (+ substitutions)
- 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 the 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 included a spoonful of almond butter to make it more filling. 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. You can also use chia seeds or simply omit them.
⭐️ Full list of ingredients (+ quantities) down below in the recipe card!
📝 Variations
- 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.
- 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.
🍽 How to make a mango cherry smoothie recipe
Step 1: To a blender, add the milk, flaxseed, almond butter, frozen mango chunks and frozen cherries.
Step 2: 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.
⭐️ Detailed recipe (+ video) down below in the recipe card!
💡 Helpful tips
- This smoothie is 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!
❓ FAQs
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 (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.
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 fruit smoothie recipes you might like
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📖 Recipe
Mango Cherry Smoothie
Equipment
- Blender
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups frozen mango
- 1 cup frozen cherries
- 1 tbsp almond butter
- 1 tbsp flax seeds - or hemp seeds or chia seeds
- 1 ½ cups plant-based milk - or enough for desired consistency, I used oat milk
Instructions
- Pour the milk into a blender, then add the flaxseed, almond butter, frozen mango and frozen cherries.
- Blend on high until smooth. Take 1-2 breaks to scrape the bottom and sides of the blender (and use the tamper if you have a Vitamix blender). You can also add a little extra milk if necessary.
- Pour into 1 or 2 serving glasses, garnish with more seeds and serve with straws. Enjoy!
Video
Notes
- This recipe is versatile! You can add some leafy greens, swap the almond butter for peanut butter, include other fruits and more. Check out the blog post for more ideas!
- Nutrition: please note that the nutritional information is an estimate per serving provided for informational purposes only (calculated by software) and accuracy is not guaranteed. Consult with your healthcare provider or a registered dietitian if you need precise nutrition calculations for health reasons.
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