Gluten-Free Cherry Almond Smoothie Bowl
By the Gluten Free Recipes team ·
A vibrant and refreshing smoothie bowl bursting with the sweet-tart flavor of cherries and the nutty depth of almonds. This creamy, satisfying bowl is a perfect way to start your day with a delightful blend of textures and wholesome ingredients.
At a glance: This easy breakfast recipe yields 4 servings in about 25 minutes (5 min prep, 20 min cook). It uses 10 ingredients — including frozen dark sweet cherries, unsweetened almond milk, frozen banana — and walks through 5 steps. Updated . Browse more breakfast recipes or return to all gluten-free recipes.
Cross-Contamination Warning for Gluten-Free Cherry Almond Smoothie Bowl: When preparing this breakfast recipe, always verify that all ingredients, especially packaged and processed items like almond butter and extracts, are certified gluten-free to prevent cross-contamination with gluten. Product formulations can change unexpectedly In a shared kitchen, avoid porous materials — wooden spoons, wooden cutting boards, and scratched non-stick pans can harbor gluten proteins even after washing. Prefer glass, metal, or silicone tools.
Gluten-Free Notes for Gluten-Free Cherry Almond Smoothie Bowl: This recipe is naturally free from gluten-containing grains. Ensure all added ingredients, like almond butter and extracts, are certified gluten-free.
Ingredients
- 2 cups frozen dark sweet cherries
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 1 medium frozen banana, sliced
- 2 tbsp almond butter
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1 tbsp chia seeds
- Optional: sweetener to taste (maple syrup or agave)
- For Topping: sliced fresh almonds
- For Topping: fresh cherries
- For Topping: a drizzle of almond butter
Instructions
- 1
Combine the frozen dark sweet cherries, unsweetened almond milk, frozen banana slices, almond butter, pure vanilla extract, and chia seeds in a high-powered blender. If you prefer a sweeter bowl, add your chosen sweetener now.
- 2
Blend on high speed, using the tamper if necessary, until the mixture is thick and creamy, resembling soft-serve ice cream. This should take about 1-2 minutes, depending on your blender's power. Scrape down the sides as needed to ensure all ingredients are incorporated.
- 3
Once the desired consistency is reached, immediately spoon the thick smoothie mixture into serving bowls. Work quickly to prevent it from melting.
- 4
Artfully arrange your toppings over the smoothie base. Sprinkle with sliced fresh almonds, add a few fresh cherries for a pop of color and texture, and finish with a delicate drizzle of almond butter.
- 5
Serve the gluten-free cherry almond smoothie bowl immediately and enjoy its refreshing flavors and delightful textures.
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Tips & Notes
- Brown the butter before adding it for a nutty, caramel depth that elevates simple recipes.
- Warm milk (not hot) is key for yeast-based recipes — aim for 105–115°F to activate yeast without killing it.
- The riper (more spotted) the bananas, the sweeter and more intensely flavored your result will be.
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