Looking for a delicious and nutritious way to start your day? Smoothie bowls are like colorful bowls of joy. I love them for how thick and creamy they are, plus I can feel good about what I’m feeding my family. Smoothie Bowl recipes contain endless combinations of fruits, seeds, and other toppings.
Table Of Contents
- How to Make the Perfect Smoothie Bowl
- Smoothie Bowl Toppings
- Modify for Dietary Restrictions
They feel indulgent and a bit like I’m cheating on my healthy eating goals. All you need for the best smoothies in a bowl are your favorite fruits, creamy yogurt, and a sprinkle of crunchy toppings.
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For anyone looking for a month of breakfast recipe inspiration, I’ve gathered thirty smoothie bowl recipes. They include a wide range of fruits, vegetables, and add-on toppings. That’s one new idea for every day this month! What a delicious way to start a new healthy habit.
These healthy recipes include a great mix of bases like yogurt, almond milk, coconut milk, whole milk, and fruit juice. Supercharge your morning by adding protein powders or other superfoods. I’ve listed them all alphabetically by the main ingredient to help find exactly what you want.
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Acai Banana Berry
This Açaí smoothie bowl makes a great breakfast or snack. It’s quick, easy, and made with a blend of açaí, banana, berries and Greek yogurt.
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Acai Berry Dates
Frozen acai blended with fruits and apple juice to create a thick and delicious acai bowl. Topped with fresh fruits and granola for the ultimate enjoyment!
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Avocado Greens
A nutrient-packed green smoothie bowl recipe with avocado, greens, coconut milk, and superfood protein powder. This well-balanced bowl is a great way to start the day or refuel after a workout.
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Avocado Pineapple
This avocado pineapple smoothie bowl is packed full of superfoods for a healthy start to the day. The topping choices are endless!
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Banana Berry Nice Cream
Nice creams are an ultra thick style of smoothie bowl that has the consistency of soft serve ice cream. This three ingredient vegan nice cream is made with only blackberries, blueberries and a banana! This is the perfect low calorie, guilt free frozen treat.
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Beet Berry
This vibrant beet smoothie bowl tastes as good as it looks and is full of antioxidants and fiber.
Berries, chia seeds, almond milk and more make this smoothie bowl not only delicious but packed full of everything good for you. It's the perfect and yummy way to start your day.
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Chia Protein Raspberry
This antioxidant packed chia protein raspberry smoothie bowl is beautiful and delightful morning meal. It can be made overnight and refrigerated so you can quickly grab it the next morning on your way to work .
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Blueberry Chocolate
A delicious and healthy recipe for making a chocolate smoothie bowl with pure blueberry juice, frozen blueberries, banana, protein powder, and Greek yogurt.
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Chocolate Strawberry
This quick and easy Chocolate Covered Strawberry Smoothie Bowl will have you thinking you’re eating dessert for breakfast….but it’s actually healthy!
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Coconut Kiwi Spinach
This Coconut Kiwi Green Smoothie Bowl is a healthy tropical smoothie bowl, perfect for quick mornings and takes only 10 minutes to make! This smoothie bowl is also so so good for you. Loaded with tons of fiber, potassium, protein and nutrients you can be guaranteed that this smoothie is equally as delicious as it is healthy.
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Coffee Banana
Coffee banana smoothie bowl for the morning when you want something more lively than a standard cup of joe. Topped with sunflower seeds, chia seeds, and granola for a balance of healthy fats, protein, and fiber.
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Dragon Fruit Berry
Super creamy dragon fruit and berry smoothie bowl that is ready in just 5 minutes!
Photo Credit: casualfoodist.com
Ginger Matcha
With Greek yogurt, ginger and matcha this smoothie bowl is an energizing start to your day. This Ginger Matcha Smoothie Bowl is easy to make and healthy.
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Grapefruit Pineapple Banana
This Grapefruit Smoothie bowl is healthy and naturally sweet way to kickstart your mornings. It’s made with creamy blend of Sweet Scarletts Texas Red Grapefruit, Greek Yogurt, pineapple and a banana. Top it with some fresh blueberries, seeds and coconut.
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Key Lime Spinach Kiwi Pineapple
For this Hulk smoothie bowl I want to represent his colors and the strength that a recipe like this smoothie bowl can give you. Sometimes we forget to be health and just a making a bowl like this really can help give you the vitamins you need plus energy for the day.
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Mango Berry Passionfruit
Easy Mango Smoothie Bowl loaded with vibrant strawberries, pomegranate, passionfruit pulp, toasted almonds, and mint.
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Mango Lime
A healthy, delicious, and refreshing Mango Lime Smoothie Bowl made from frozen mango, lime juice, and yogurt, garnished with berries, Chia seeds, and mint. It makes the perfect breakfast or snack!
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Moroccan Orange Banana
Bring a pop of color and flavor to your breakfast table with this smoothie bowl. With oranges, bananas and dried fruit you'll feel like you're sitting in the sun on a fabulous vacation!
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Peanut Butter Berry with Turmeric
The perfect pick-me-up in the mornings, this Date, Peanut Butter Berry Smoothie Bowl with Turmeric Mango Peanut Butter Smoothie is chock-full of flavour and all the great things that you ought to have in a healthy, wholesome breakfast!
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Pear Apple Cider Coconut
Fresh juicy pears are the star of this healthy pear smoothie bowl.
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Pear Avocado Almond
This double pear green smoothie bowl is a firm favourite. It’s rich, filling and delicious. It’s also packed full of nutrients and keeps you going for hours.
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Pomegranate Coffee Hibiscus
Pomegranate Smoothie Bowl combines the amazing flavors of coffee, hibiscus & berries with granola and chocolate. My favorite smoothie bowl ever! Paleo with added collagen protein for a well-rounded snack or meal.
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Raspberry Nectarin
Start your day with a Raspberry Nectarine Fruit Smoothie Bowl topped with the goodness of flax seeds, sliced almonds, toasted coconut, granola and luscious fresh fruits! A base of Greek yogurt and almond milk give every spoonful of our nectarine smoothie a delicious creaminess.
Photo Credit: soreyfitness.com
Spinach Banana
This Simple Spinach and Banana Smoothie Recipe is one of go-to breakfasts! It’s super easy to make and rich in nutrients, and it’s also gluten-free and vegan!
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Strawberry Peanut Butter
Strawberry Peanut Butter Swirl Smoothie Bowls are creamy vegan smoothie bowls with a decadent peanut butter swirl! {V, GF, Paleo option}
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Strawberry Oat Yogurt
Thick and extra creamy, this Easy Strawberry Yogurt Smoothie Bowl Recipe is made with a handful of simple ingredients like frozen strawberries, oats, chia seeds, and yogurt and takes just 5 minutes to make. Continue reading for all my tips and tricks on how to make the very best, extra thick, smoothie bowl.
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Sweet Potato Kiwi Mango
This thick and creamy tropical sweet potato smoothie bowl is a fun & healthy way to start your day! Made in 10 minutes, they are topped with kiwi, mint, mango and raspberries — an energizing morning treat that’s kid-friendly, weight loss-friendly and can be customized to your liking.
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Tart Cherry
This flavorful protein-packed Tart Cherry Smoothie Bowl makes the perfect post-workout meal! It’s easy to throw together and combines quality protein with nutrient-dense sources of carbohydrates, and it’s crazy delicious!!
How to Make the Perfect Smoothie Bowl
Personally, I like my smoothie bowls to be a little thicker than a standard smoothie because I’m eating it with a spoon and not slurping it through a straw. A thicker consistency also means it feels more like an entire meal. To make a smoothie bowl, first gather the ingredients you’ll be using and your blender.
Start with the Base
Your smoothie base is actually the most important step. Put 1 cup frozen fruit in your blender and blend until it is nice and creamy. Then add in any other fruits and the yogurt or milk of choice. If you’re using nut butter, add it in this step of any smoothie recipe to make sure it gets blended in. I like my smoothie bowls to be the same consistency as soft serve ice cream.
Add Texture and Color
Whether you make a strawberry banana or green smoothie bowl, adding different textures and colors is key. I love adding frozen bananas to nearly every smoothie recipe because it makes it creamy and thick. Ripe bananas are also sweet so there is no need for added sugar. A little sprinkle of dried fruits like cranberries or apricots gives a bit more texture and color.
Smoothie Bowl Toppings
Just like an ice cream sundae isn’t complete without that cherry on top, a smoothie bowl isn’t complete without a little extra layer of excitement and crunch. From a variety of fresh fruits to a sprinkle of wholesome seeds and crunchy granola, the possibilities are truly endless. Here are a few of my favorite smoothie toppings:
- Sliced fresh strawberries
- Blueberries
- Raspberries
- Sliced banana
- Kiwi slices
- Mango chunks
- Chia seeds
- Flaxseeds
- Hemp seeds
- Coconut flakes
- Crushed nuts (almonds, walnuts, or cashews)
- Pumpkin seeds
- Cacao nibs
- Crunchy granola clusters
- Drizzle of honey or maple syrup
These toppings are great for bursts of flavor and boosts of nutrients. Get creative and let me know what your favorite toppings are, too.
Modify for Dietary Restrictions
Smoothie bowls are incredibly versatile and can easily be adapted to accommodate various dietary restrictions and allergies. For those with lactose intolerance or a preference for plant-based options, simply swap dairy milk and yogurt for delicious alternatives like almond milk, coconut milk, or soy yogurt.
Cater to gluten-free diets by sticking to fresh fruits and ingredients that are gluten free.
For those with nut allergies, skip the nut toppings and opt for seeds like pumpkin or sunflower seeds for a similar crunch.
Carefully select ingredients and be creative with substitutions to easily accommodate anyone with dietary restrictions or allergies.
What equipment do I need to make a smoothie bowl?
All you need is a high speed blender or a food processor to blend the ingredients into a smooth and creamy consistency. A bowl and spoon for serving are also essential.
Can I use frozen fruits in my smoothie bowl?
Absolutely! In fact, I prefer frozen fruits for creating a thick and frosty texture. They also make the bowl refreshingly chilled on a sweltering summer day.
Can I make smoothie bowls ahead of time?
While it’s best to enjoy a fresh smoothie bowl, you can prepare some elements in advance, like cutting fruits and storing them in the freezer. Avoid blending the whole bowl until you’re ready to eat.
How can I make my smoothie bowl more nutritious?
Boost your smoothie bowl’s nutrition by adding superfoods like chia seeds, flaxseeds, spinach, kale, or protein powder. These additions add a nutritional punch to your bowl.
Smoothie bowls are a go to for my family because they are quick, customizable, and packed with protein and other nutrients. Teens have empty pits for stomachs so this is an easy snack they can make on their own. What do you think? Are you a fan of smoothie bowls? What are your favorite flavor combinations and toppings?
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