Get creative with these easy smoothie bowl recipes
Do you love smoothies, but find yourself getting bored with the same old blended drinks? Well, let me introduce you to smoothie bowls - the fun, fresh way to enjoy smoothies!
Smoothie bowls take your average smoothie and turn it into an edible work of art. Imagine a thick, creamy, spoonable smoothie topped artfully with bites of fruit, granola, nuts, seeds and anything else you can dream up. Not only are they beautiful, but smoothie bowls are also a deliciously healthy way to start your day or refuel at snack time.
In this article, I'm sharing 6 of my favorite smoothie bowl recipes that I've perfected over time. You'll find a mix of classic flavor combos such ad peanut butter and banana along with some unique blends using fresh, frozen and nutrient-dense ingredients.
I'll provide tips for building the perfect smoothie bowl, list out ingredients you'll need, and give step-by-step instructions for putting together these creations at home.
Get ready to unleash your inner smoothie bowl artist! Let's dive in to the wonderful world of smoothie bowls.
RECIPES AT A GLANCE:
1. Acai Smoothie Bowl
2. Chocolate Smoothie Bowl
3. Peanut & Banana Smoothie Bowl
4. Lean Green Smoothie Bowl
5. Cacao Coffee Smoothie Bowl
6. Mango Smoothie Bowl
Smoothie Bowl Basics
First, let's go over the tools and ingredients you'll need to whip up any of these fantastically tasty smoothie bowl recipes at home.
Tools You'll Need
High-powered blender (minimum of 800 watts)- This is key for achieving the thick, ice cream-like texture of a smoothie bowl. I use and recommend the Vitamix, Ninja, or Blendtec.
Bowls - Choose colorful, wide-rimmed bowls that show off your creation.
Spoons - Have spoons ready for scooping and topping.
Food processor (optional) - Helpful for chopping fresh fruits and veggies for toppings.
Staple Smoothie Bowl Ingredients
Frozen bananas - Bananas lend creaminess. Peel ripe bananas and freeze in advance.
Frozen fruits - Try mango, pineapple, mixed berries.
Fresh fruits - Berries, kiwi, mango and banana are all great additions.
Milk - Dairy or non-dairy milk helps blend everything together.
Nut butters - Peanut, almond or cashew butter adds protein.
Greens - Handfuls of spinach or kale pack extra nutrients.
Sweetener - Honey, maple syrup, dates or a banana.
Extras - Chia seeds, protein powder, cinnamon, cocoa powder.
Tips for Building the Perfect Smoothie Bowl
Use frozen fruit as the base for thickness.
Add fresh fruits and greens for nutrition.
Include a nut butter or protein powder for staying power.
Sweeten if needed with honey, dates, or banana.
Play with mix-ins like chia seeds, cocoa, cinnamon.
Top with your favorite crunchy and fresh ingredients!
Now let's get to the recipes! Keep reading for 6 of my personal favorite smoothie bowl combinations.
6 Fantastically Tasty Smoothie Bowl Recipes
1. Acai Smoothie Bowl
Ingredients:
1 cup of frozen strawberry
1/2 cup of frozen blueberry
1/2 cup of frozen raspberries
2 tablespoons of powdered acai
1 tablespoon of honey
1 banana
50 ml of almond milk (add more or less for desired consistency)
Toppings:
Chia seeds
Coconut flakes
Directions:
Put all the ingredients in a blender/food processor and blend for 1 minute
Scope into a bowl
Add toppings
Servings:
1 large bowl
Double up on ingredients if you want to make it for two or in batches
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2. Chocolate Smoothie Bowl
Ingredients:
3 frozen banana's
1 heaped teaspoon of raw cacao
1 tablespoon of honey
1 tablespoon of hemp protein
50 ml of almond milk (add more or less for desired consistency)
Toppings:
flaked almonds
Crushed walnuts
Grated 80% dark chocolate
Directions:
Put all the ingredients in a blender/food processor and blend for 1 minute
Scope into a bowl
Add toppings
Servings:
1 large bowl
Double up on ingredients if you want to make it for two or in batches
3. Peanut Butter & Banana Smoothie Bowl
Ingredients:
3 frozen bananas
2 tablespoons of peanut butter
1 tablespoon of honey
50 ml of almond milk (add more or less for desired consistency)
Toppings:
Granola
Flaxseed
Raw cacao
Directions:
Put all the ingredients in a blender/food processor and blend for 1 minute
Scope into a bowl
Add toppings
Servings:
1 large bowl
Double up on ingredients if you want to make it for two or in batches
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4. Lean Green Smoothie Bowl
Ingredients:
4 peeled kiwis
1 cup of frozen pineapple
1 handful of spinach
1/2 an avocado
1 thumb-sized piece of grated ginger
50 ml of coconut water (add more or less for desired consistency)
Toppings:
Sliced kiwi
Blueberries
Directions:
Put all the ingredients in a blender/food processor and blend for 1 minute
Scope into a bowl
Add toppings
Servings:
1 large bowl
Double up on ingredients if you want to make it for two or in batches
5. Cacao Coffee Smoothie Bowl
Ingredients:
3 frozen bananas
1 tablespoon of honey
1 heaped teaspoon of raw cacao
1-2 shots of espresso or 50 ml of filtered coffee
Toppings:
Granola
Walnuts
Grated 80% dark chocolate
Directions:
Put all the ingredients in a blender/food processor and blend for 1 minute
Scope into a bowl
Add toppings
Servings:
1 large bowl
Double up on ingredients if you want to make it for two or in batches
6. Mango Smoothie Bowl
Ingredients:
1 frozen bananas
2 cups of frozen chopped mango
1 tablespoon of honey
50 ml of almond milk (add more or less for desired consistency)
Toppings:
Chopped strawberry
Blueberries
Chia seed
Directions:
Put all the ingredients in a blender/food processor and blend for 1 minute
Scope into a bowl
Add toppings
Servings:
1 large bowl
Double up on ingredients if you want to make it for two or in batches
Smoothie Bowl Inspiration
I hope these 6 smoothie bowl recipes get your creative juices flowing! The possibilities for smoothie bowl combinations are truly endless.
Feel free to swap out fruits, add in greens and nut butters, and top with your favorite crunchy and fresh ingredients. Smoothie bowls are a fantastic blank canvas for culinary creativity and nourishment.
Now that you're equipped with these smoothie bowl basics, recipes, and tips - get blending! Let me know in the comments which one is your favorite.
About the author:
Gavin is the owner of Tru Foo Juice Bar. He has over 6 years of experience running a juice bar and creating juice and smoothie recipes for the consumer market
His passion for juicing began in his early 20s as he explored natural ways to boost nutrition and energy. Over the years, Gavin has experimented with countless ingredient combinations to create the perfect juice and smoothie blends and bring them to the masses.
