Protein Cherry Chocolate Smoothie with Cottage Cheese

Add 1/2 cup almond milk, 1/3 cup cottage cheese, 1/4 cup frozen cauliflower, 1/2 cup frozen cherries, 1 scoop chocolate protein powder, 1 tablespoon cocoa powder, 1 tablespoon cashew butter, and 1/2 tablespoon maple syrup to your blender. Blend on high speed for 60-90 seconds until completely smooth and creamy. The mixture should be thick like a milkshake. If it's too thick, add a splash more almond milk. If you prefer it thicker, add a few more frozen cherries.
Give it a quick taste and adjust sweetness as needed. Depending on your cherry variety, you might want a bit more maple syrup. Pour into your favorite glass and enjoy immediately for the best texture.

Use frozen fruit for thickness: Frozen cherries create that perfect milkshake consistency without watering down the flavor like ice cubes would.

Freeze fresh cauliflower ahead: If using fresh cauliflower, freeze it first to minimize any veggie taste and help thicken your smoothie.

Start with less liquid: You can always add more almond milk, but you can't take it out—start with less for a thicker smoothie.

Blend cottage cheese thoroughly: Make sure to blend for at least 60 seconds to get that perfectly smooth, creamy texture without any lumps.

Taste your cherries first: Some cherry varieties are naturally sweeter than others, so adjust your maple syrup accordingly.

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