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Chocolate Cherry Almond Milk

Glasses of Chocolate Cherry Almond Milk surrounded by ingredients used to make the recipe

Supa thick.
Supa chocolaty.
Supa cherry-y?

Let’s do this.

Fresh cherries, cacao powder, dates, and almond milk for making Chocolate Cherry Almond Milk

If you’ve ever wanted more out of your almond milk, this recipe is for you. I am kind of a chocolate milk fanatic and have made my own from scratch before. But, as Anna (my favorite beauty blogger) would say, “I can’t be bothered” with making it from scratch every day. Therefore,

Almond Breeze + selected mix-ins =  DIY flavored almond milk in minutes

This version was inspired by the genius that is Artful Desperado. Have you seen what Gabriel is cooking up these days? Just go – go now. After seeing his Black Forest Popsicles, I had to get in on that action.

Because I’m more of a beverage than popsicle girl, almond milk was the perfection solution.

Lucky for me (and you), there’s no waiting involved here. Just a creamy, delicious chocolate-cherry beverage in your hands in minutes.

Beautifully layered jars of Chocolate Cherry Almond Milk for a creamy delicious vegan drink

Other perks? It’s

Vegan
Gluten-free
Naturally sweetened
& Deceptively healthy

For aesthetic effect, I blended them separately for more of a chocolate-cherry swirl. But for the lazy ones among us, you can just throw it all in together for the perfect blend.

Glasses of gluten-free vegan Chocolate Cherry Almond Milk

This milk is the jam. It’s

Refreshing
Chocolaty
Cold
Creamy
Cherry-infused
Rich
Healthy
Uncomplicated
Fast
& Customizable

Guess what? If you freeze your cherries this would make a bomb smoothie. But for the weirdos who like their milk with ice (hand raised!), this route works just fine.

One last note! If you make this recipe, take your best picture and tag it #minimalistbaker on Instagram. It’ll be like having a virtual chocolate milk party. Join ze fun!

Glass jar of Chocolate Cherry Almond Milk with a straw

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Two jars of Chocolate Cherry Almond Milk beside dates, cocoa powder, and fresh cherries
4.84 from 6 votes

Chocolate Cherry Almond Milk

4-ingredient SUPER creamy chocolate cherry almond milk. Naturally sweetened, super creamy, and vegan + gluten-free!
Author: Minimalist Baker
Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 2
Category: Beverage
Cuisine: Gluten-Free, Vegan
Freezer Friendly 1 month
Does it keep? 5 Days

Ingredients

US Customary - Metric

CHOCOLATE MILK

  • 1 1/2 cups Almond Breeze Original Unsweetened
  • 3-4 pitted medjool dates (if not moist and sticky, soak in warm water for 10 minutes then drain)
  • 2-3 Tbsp cocoa or cacao powder (unsweetened)

CHERRY MILK

  • 1 1/2 cups Almond Breeze Original Unsweetened
  • 1 cup pitted cherries (frozen for more of a smoothie texture)
  • 1-2 pitted medjool dates (or sweetener of choice // if desired)

Instructions

  1. Add chocolate milk ingredients to a blender and blend until creamy and smooth, adjusting flavor/level of sweetness as desired. Transfer to a serving glass or jar and refrigerate to chill.
  2. Rinse blender and add cherry milk ingredients. Blend until creamy and smooth, then taste and adjust flavors/sweetness as needed.
  3. Add a few ice cubes to your serving glasses and top with cherry milk (or do it in the reverse order). Drink immediately.

Notes

*Adapted from my DIY Super Thick Chocolate Almond Milk.
*Nutrition information is a rough estimate.

Nutrition Per Serving (1 of 2)

  • Calories: 162
  • Fat: 4.6g
  • Sodium: 282mg
  • Carbohydrates: 31g
  • Fiber: 4.6g
  • Sugar: 9g
  • Protein: 3g
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26 Comments 15 minutes or less, 7 ingredients or less, Beverage, Breakfast, Dairy-Free, Egg-Free, Gluten Free, Grain-Free, No Bake, Oil-Free, One Bowl, Refined Sugar-Free, Snacks, Soy-Free, Summer, Sweet (dessert), Vegan, Winter

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  1. Avatar for BenBen says

    April 22, 2016 at 6:57 am

    Lovely. Might I ask where you get your straws? Are they fairly strong and/or re-usable?

    Reply
  2. Avatar for SonaliSonali says

    December 14, 2015 at 6:08 pm

    Hi there- how long would this typically keep in the fridge? Thanks! I made it already and it’s delish.

    Reply
  3. Avatar for Rakhee@boxofspiceRakhee@boxofspice says

    December 8, 2015 at 6:34 am

    I love cherries and them in with chocolate and almond milk?!! Ah that spells heaven to me! Love the idea! :)

    Reply
  4. Avatar for HannahHannah says

    May 12, 2015 at 7:54 am

    This totally just happened in my kitchen this morning….heavenly. I added a little bit of leftover cashew/almond milk cream I had in the fridge from latte-making, and it took this to the next level of creamy. I dare say this tastes just as good (or maybe better) as my favorite real-dairy chocolate milk from Earth Fare which I cannot, sadly, drink anymore.

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    • Avatar for Dana @ Minimalist BakerDana @ Minimalist Baker says

      May 12, 2015 at 10:41 am

      So great! Thanks for sharing!

      Reply
  5. Avatar for CatCat says

    September 21, 2014 at 4:44 am

    Delicious! Except I just whizzed it all up together as I didn’t have quite enough cherries, it’s so refreshing! How yummy would it be made in to a iced coffee too, mmmm.

    Reply
  6. Avatar for Ruth HollidayRuth Holliday says

    September 7, 2014 at 8:28 pm

    I just wanted to say that I love this idea so much! I tried it with strawberries because I didn’t have any cherries. It was great!! Quick question though. How long do you think it will keep?
    Thanks for any help that is given! By the way, I am in love with the website! Everything I have tried has been a big hit. Some of my family members aren’t into “healthier” options. But they like these recipes!! Thanks for all the hard work that goes into each post!!

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    • Avatar for Dana @ Minimalist BakerDana @ Minimalist Baker says

      September 8, 2014 at 5:47 pm

      Thanks Ruth! You’re too kind. I think this would keep for a couple days in the fridge. But as always, it’s best fresh.

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      • Avatar for Ruth HollidayRuth Holliday says

        September 8, 2014 at 7:48 pm

        Thank you for the reply! I will keep the “freshness” in mind.

        Reply
  7. Avatar for Kelli @ Wandering RootKelli @ Wandering Root says

    August 24, 2014 at 10:55 pm

    I absolutely love chocolate and cherry as a flavor combination. My favorite “treat smoothie” is frozen cherries with chocolate protein, almond/coconut milk and chia seeds. So anything that reminds me of that is a winner in my book!

    Reply
  8. Avatar for JenniferJennifer says

    August 21, 2014 at 10:12 pm

    Funny how I was just watching Anna! Can’t wait to try this :)

    Reply
  9. Avatar for LenLen says

    August 19, 2014 at 2:03 am

    Chocolate and cherries, my fave combination :)

    Reply
  10. Avatar for MikaelaMikaela says

    August 17, 2014 at 6:46 pm

    Can I use my food Processor for this? No blender…x

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    • Avatar for Dana @ Minimalist BakerDana @ Minimalist Baker says

      August 18, 2014 at 2:19 pm

      It won’t get it completely creamy, but it will still be delicious!

      Reply
  11. Avatar for ViVi says

    August 17, 2014 at 1:22 pm

    I made today a slighty different version of this, because I saw the recipe and photos and had to do it inmediately with the ingredients I have right now, it turned out delicious and really earthy: i used raw cacao powder -this one provided the earthy taste- , used amaranth and oat milk, cinammon, and vainilla. :) The raw cacao gives a very strong bitter flavor, but I like it too. I think that with cocoa it would turned out more ‘chocolately’
    Can’t wait to try it out with the cherries and almond milk :
    Thank you. :)

    Reply
  12. Avatar for Denisse @ Le Petit ChefDenisse @ Le Petit Chef says

    August 16, 2014 at 5:48 pm

    Wow, this does look incredibly refreshing!

    Reply
  13. Avatar for Ceara @ CearaCeara @ Ceara's Kitchen says

    August 16, 2014 at 5:38 pm

    This chocolate cherry almond milk looks delicious – I can only imagine how great this would taste mixed in for a morning breakie with some homemade granola!!

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  14. Avatar for Millie l Add A LittleMillie l Add A Little says

    August 16, 2014 at 1:46 pm

    Chocolate cherry?! Yes please!
    I love the slight ombré too!

    Reply
  15. Avatar for Leigha @ The Yooper GirlLeigha @ The Yooper Girl says

    August 16, 2014 at 10:34 am

    Milk with ice! YES! I do this every single day and I thought I was the only one. Whew! This looks amazing, girl! Ugh, I LOVE chocolate milk.

    Reply
    • Avatar for Aimee B.Aimee B. says

      August 16, 2014 at 11:19 am

      Leigha, I love ice in my milk, too! Actually, I will put ice in pretty much any beverage, even wine coolers. My hubby just gives me strange looks, but I like my drinks cold, lol! You’re definitely not alone. :)

      Reply
    • Avatar for Dana @ Minimalist BakerDana @ Minimalist Baker says

      August 16, 2014 at 1:08 pm

      Glad I’m not alone!

      Reply
  16. Avatar for Medha @ Whisk & ShoutMedha @ Whisk & Shout says

    August 16, 2014 at 9:20 am

    Yum! Chocolate and cherries is a favorite of mine. I used to gobble down BAGS of chocolate covered cherries in elementary school.

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  17. Avatar for Lynsey TaylorLynsey Taylor says

    August 16, 2014 at 7:07 am

    Just made a black forest cake for mummas birthday so am really digging chocolate and cherries atm! I have all these ingredients to hand so its totally on the to do list!! L x

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  18. Avatar for cheyennecheyenne says

    August 16, 2014 at 6:55 am

    this sounds delicious. chocolate + cherry is one of my favorite combinations, ever. thanks for sharing!
    xo, cheyenne

    Reply
  19. Avatar for Danielle @ Chits and Chats and ChocolateDanielle @ Chits and Chats and Chocolate says

    August 16, 2014 at 5:33 am

    Oh my gosh, this is brilliant! I’d been mulling over chocolate strawberry milk in my head, but never got around to it! Chocolate cherry is the bomb.

    Reply
  20. Avatar for Sara from SWEDENSara from SWEDEN says

    August 16, 2014 at 5:06 am

    you forgot one thing on the list – the milk is beautiful too!!! :)

    Reply

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