A Smoothie Bowl is a refreshing and tasty way to begin or end any day!
Some mornings, my most challenging decision is not what to have for breakfast but what to put in my smoothie or smoothie bowl. Yogurt or no yogurt, chia seeds or ground flax, açai or other fruit—you see the dilemma. I know you’re probably thinking of throwing it all in, which I’ve been known to do on those crazy days when I couldn’t decide.
Did you know that smoothie bowls are not just for breakfast? You can enjoy them as a healthy snack or lunch. Or, you can have “breakfast for dinner” by making one of these smoothie bowls in the evening. Can you think of any better way to end the day than with a cool, delightful bowl of frosty goodness?
One of the best reasons to opt for a bowl over a drinkable smoothie is the many toppings you can add. Options like oats, granola, shredded coconut, chopped nuts, seeds, or nut butter can help satisfy your hunger while increasing the nutritional profile. Besides, with this recipe, kids think they’re getting dessert for their main meal. It doesn’t get much better than that.
The Magic Of Smoothie Bowls Is The Visual Appeal
Of course, a smoothie bowl’s looks aren’t as important as how it tastes, but think back to the last bowl you bought. Did your mouth water when you looked at it? Chances are you said yes. That’s because the restaurants know that visual appeal is important, too.
Colorful bowls get more oohs and aahs than those where all of the ingredients are similar in color. For example, a bowl with a pink base topped with strawberries and raspberries has a lot of pink and red shades. It won’t look as inviting as one with a row of sliced bananas, some ripe blueberries, some slices of kiwi, a sprinkle of granola, and some shreds of coconut. You want your smoothie bowl to look absolutely irresistible!
Can I Prep This Ahead?
Prepping ahead is ideal for smoothie bowls, as you can take advantage of seasonal fruit sales. Rinse, dry, and cut your fruit, then freeze it for future use. I let bananas get ripe on my counter before peeling and cutting them into 4 chunks. I stick the chunks in freezer bags and get some out for each bowl I make. Once you’ve prepared your smoothie base, you can also store it in individual portions in the freezer for up to 2 months. I like to use freezer containers or zipper bags. Let it partially thaw before stirring or re-blending.
Serving Suggestions
In addition to the traditional toppings of fruit, granola, coconut, seeds, nuts, honey, and so on, I like to sprinkle some cinnamon on top. You can also use bee pollen, maple or agave syrup, or a drizzle of nut butter.
I recommend making some Cheese Scones if you want a savory bite to accompany your smoothie bowl. If you prefer something sweeter, try these delicious Gluten-Free Scones.
Smoothie Bowl
Ingredients
- 1 cup frozen mixed berries
- 1 medium banana sliced and frozen
- 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 1/4 cup granola
- Fresh fruit slices for topping
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds optional
Instructions
- Combine the frozen berries, frozen banana slices, and almond milk in a blender.
- Blend on low until the mixture is smooth and thick, similar to soft-serve ice cream. You may need to stop and scrape down the sides.
- Pour the smoothie mixture into a bowl.
- Top with granola, fresh fruit slices, and chia seeds if using.
- Serve immediately and enjoy your refreshing smoothie bowl.
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