This creamy Banana Berry Smoothie Bowl is the perfect summer treat. Sweet, tart, and refreshing, it's a tasty and healthy way to start the day.
Summer is coming and there is nothing better than a delicious and refreshing smoothie bowl for a meal or snack. Made with creamy yogurt and frozen bananas to give it the best consistency, the berries offer lots of flavor and antioxidants to make this a guilt-free meal option. Altogether, this Banana Berry Smoothie Bowl is such a healthy and delicious dish.
Finding an easy and flavorful breakfast doesn't have to revolve around unhealthy cereals and baked goods. This Banana Berry Smoothie Bowl proves that you can have a delicious and addictive morning meal that isn't filled with added sugar or leaves you feeling weighted down. This smoothie bowl takes minutes to make, tastes scrumptious, and will keep you full and feeling good for hours.
Main Ingredients
- Frozen Bananas. It's important to remember to freeze these ripe bananas so that the smoothie bowl is sweet and has a smooth texture.
- Frozen Berry Mix. I use a store-bought mix of wild blueberries, raspberries, and blackberries. Any berry mix would work here though.
- Yogurt. You can use plant-based or regular yogurt here. Using yogurt instead of milk adds extra health benefits and creaminess. If you use Greek yogurt, you will also increase the protein. That said, you can still use milk if you prefer, or you can skip this ingredient altogether.
- Toppings. Use fresh fruits, nuts, and seeds that you have on hand. A spoonful of nut butter would also add some extra protein and flavor to this recipe.
How to Make Banana Berry Smoothie Bowl
1. Place the frozen bananas and berries into a food processor and pulse until small crumbles are formed. Give a quick scrape to get everything off the lid and sides for better blending.
2. Add the yogurt and process again until it reaches a smooth texture with no chunks.
3. Transfer the mixture into a bowl. Garnish this smoothie bowl with your desired toppings. Serve.
Topping Ideas for Smoothie Bowls
- Fruit. Add sliced bananas, strawberries, or pineapple. Layer on more berries, like blueberries and raspberries. You can also use cubes of mango or any other favored fruit.
- Nuts. Sprinkle almond slivers, nut butter, or cashew pieces on top of your smoothie bowl. This gives it a great protein boost that will also increase satiation.
- Seeds. This Banana Berry Smoothie Bowl tastes great with lots of different seeds, including hemp, chia, flax, or sesame. You could also add wheat germ.
How to Freeze Bananas
Peel the bananas. Cut the bananas into ½ to ¾-inch thick slices.
Lay the banana slices in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with wax paper. Freeze for about two hours, or until the slices are solid.
Then, transfer the frozen slices to a freezer-safe bag or container, and return to the freezer. Label the container with the date.
Bananas will keep in the freezer for up to six months.
Can You Make This Ahead of Time?
This smoothie bowl cannot be made ahead of time, though you can prep and assemble the ingredients for quicker blending in the morning. If you try to make it too long before you serve and eat it, it will begin to separate and the frozen fruits will completely thaw, leaving a runny and less delicious bowl.
It's so important to have quick and easy recipes at your fingertips so delicious and healthy foods are simple to make. Starting your day with this Banana Berry Smoothie Bowl will give you a nutritious boost that will keep you going. And when the 2pm munchies are calling, this smoothie bowl is the perfect remedy.
Sweet, smooth, and tart, this dish is a summer treat that you can feel good about indulging in. Make a bowl for yourself or enough for the whole family. Kids will adore this Banana Berry Smoothie Bowl because it has all their favorites. And it will be a welcome addition to the meal plan as the days get longer and warmer. Scrumptious summer snacking is here!
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Video Tutorial
Banana Berry Smoothie Bowl
Ingredients
- 2 large ripe bananas sliced and frozen
- 2 cups frozen berry mix I used blueberry, raspberry, and blackberry mix
- ½ cup coconut yogurt or dairy yogurt
Toppings
- ⅓ banana, sliced
- ⅓ cup fresh blueberries
- 1 tbsp hemp seed hearts
Instructions
- Place the frozen bananas and berries into a food processor and pulse until small crumbles are formed. Give a quick scrape to get everything off the lid and sides for better blending.
- Add the yogurt and process again until it reaches a smooth texture with no chunks.
- Transfer the mixture into a bowl. Garnish this smoothie bowl with your desired toppings. Serve.
Notes
TOPPING IDEAS FOR SMOOTHIE BOWLS
- Fruit. Add sliced bananas, strawberries, or pineapple. Layer on more berries, like blueberries and raspberries. You can also use cubes of mango or any other favored fruit.
- Nuts. Sprinkle almond slivers, nut butter, or cashew pieces on top of your smoothie bowl. This gives it a great protein boost that will also increase satiation.
- Seeds. This Banana Berry Smoothie Bowl tastes great with lots of different seeds, including hemp, chia, flax, or sesame. You could also add wheat germ.
Nutrition
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So delicious and thick!! I added a spoon of almond butter and a little bit of maple syrup and it turned out amazing.
That's great! Thank you, Emma!