Simple Yet Gourmet

A healthy protein packed cherry smoothie would be a perfect addition to a Valentines breakfast or an after-school snack to combat all that sugar, don’t you think? With their sweet tartness and beautiful color, cherries are one of my favorite fruits! While fresh ones are hard to come by in February ( I randomly found these ones at Costco ) I can usually find frozen ones. Honestly, frozen cherries make the best smoothies anyway.  No pitting required and since they are frozen and they make the smoothie nice and thick.  I love throwing some into my morning protein shake with a scoop of vanilla protein powder,  but I realize that protein powder isn’t a staple in every house. That’s why I’m including two versions for this smoothie-lucky you! 

I love anything with apple and cinnamon in it so when I saw this smoothie I knew I had to try it.  It's like a healthy version of apple pie for breakfast (or lunch)!  I made a few small changes to the recipe such as adding chia seeds, but that is totally optional.  I just like the added nutrients and they really don't even taste.  Make it with or without them, but definitely make it.  Even without them the smoothie is nutritious, filling, and of course, tasty.