Description
A delicious and healthy strawberry banana smoothie bowl made with frozen fruit, a touch of sweetness, and your favorite toppings! Perfect for a quick breakfast, snack, or dessert.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup frozen strawberries
- 1 frozen banana, sliced
- 1/2 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy, almond milk preferred)
- 1/4 cup Greek yogurt (optional)
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup (adjust to taste)
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds (optional)
Instructions
- Gather Ingredients: Have all ingredients ready.
- Combine Frozen Fruit: Place frozen strawberries and banana in a high-powered blender.
- Add Liquid and Yogurt (Optional): Pour in milk and Greek yogurt (if using).
- Sweeten and Flavor (Optional): Add honey/maple syrup and vanilla extract (if using).
- Blend Until Smooth: Blend on low, gradually increasing to high. Use a tamper if needed. Scrape down sides as necessary. Blend until thick and creamy. Add more milk if too thick, or more frozen fruit if too thin.
- Check Consistency: Ensure the base is thick and spoonable.
- Pour into a Bowl: Carefully pour the smoothie base into a bowl.
- Add Fresh Fruit: Start with fresh strawberries and banana slices.
- Sprinkle with Granola: Sprinkle granola around the edges of the bowl for a satisfying crunch.
- Add Seeds and Nuts: Sprinkle chia seeds, hemp seeds, and almond slivers for added nutrients and texture.
- Drizzle with Nut Butter (Optional): If you’re a fan of nut butter, drizzle a small amount of peanut butter or almond butter over the top. This adds a rich, nutty flavor and healthy fats.
- Add a Touch of Sweetness (Optional): If you want a little extra sweetness, drizzle a small amount of honey or maple syrup over the toppings.
- Enjoy Immediately: Smoothie bowls are best enjoyed immediately, before the smoothie base starts to melt. Grab a spoon and dig in!
Notes
- Use ripe bananas for best flavor.
- Freeze bananas in slices on parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- Adjust liquid based on blender power and fruit consistency.
- Add greens (spinach or kale) for extra nutrients.
- Experiment with different fruits and spices.
- Make it vegan by using non-dairy milk and plant-based yogurt.
- Add protein powder for an extra boost.
- Prepare the smoothie base ahead of time and freeze.
- Spice it up with cinnamon, nutmeg, or ginger.
- Make it chocolatey with cocoa powder or chocolate chips.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes