Description
A quick and versatile smoothie bowl recipe that can be customized in three different ways. Using frozen fruits, almond milk, and optional add-ins like greens, protein powder, and nut butters, this smoothie bowl is perfect for a nutritious breakfast or snack. Creamy, thick, and topped with your favorite toppings, it’s both delicious and visually appealing.
Ingredients
Base Ingredients
- 10 ounces frozen fruit (about 2 ½ cups)
- 1 frozen banana
- 3-4 tablespoons almond milk
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1-2 tablespoons honey (optional)
Optional Add-ins
- 1 cup greens (optional)
- Chia seeds
- Protein powder
- Nut butter
- Acai powder
- Fresh fruit (for topping)
Toppings
- Granola
- Flaked coconut
- Chia seeds
- Fresh fruit
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: Gather all the ingredients, ensuring the fruit and banana are frozen for a creamy texture. Measure out almond milk and vanilla extract.
- Add to Blender: Place the ingredients in the container of a high-powered blender, such as a Vitamix, in the order listed, starting with frozen fruit followed by banana, almond milk, vanilla, honey, and any optional add-ins like greens or protein powder.
- Initial Blending: Blend starting on low speed and progressively increase to high. Use the tamper tool to press ingredients down into the blades consistently, blending for about 50 seconds.
- Scrape and Blend More: Pause the blender, turn off, and use a spatula to scrape down the sides of the container. Push ingredients down into the blades to ensure everything blends evenly.
- Final Blend: Secure the lid again and continue blending on high, using the tamper to press ingredients down until the mixture is smooth, thick, and creamy.
- Serve and Top: Pour the smoothie into 2 to 4 bowls. Top with your favorite toppings such as granola, flaked coconut, chia seeds, and fresh fruit immediately for the best texture.
Notes
- For a sweeter smoothie bowl, adjust honey to taste or add sweeter fruit.
- You can customize add-ins like protein powder, nut butter, or acai powder to suit your nutritional needs or flavor preferences.
- Use frozen banana and fruit to achieve a thick, scoopable smoothie bowl texture.
- If the mixture is too thick, add almond milk one tablespoon at a time to thin slightly.
- Consume immediately for best texture and freshness.
- Prep Time: 3 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
