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Vanilla Banana Smoothie Bowl

Vanilla Banana Smoothie Bowl

Start your day with a creamy, nutritious Vanilla Banana Smoothie Bowl
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Course Breakfast
Servings 1
Calories 400 kcal

Equipment

  • Blender

Ingredients
  

For the Creamy Base:

  • 2 large frozen bananas sliced before freezing
  • ¼ cup Greek yogurt or coconut yogurt for dairy-free
  • 3-4 tablespoons milk of choice almond, oat, or coconut milk

Flavor Enhancers:

  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • ¼ teaspoon vanilla bean paste optional
  • 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup or agave nectar for vegan option
  • Pinch of salt
  • ¼ teaspoon cinnamon

Optional Nutritional Boosters:

  • 1 tablespoon chia seeds
  • 1 scoop vanilla protein powder
  • 1 tablespoon ground flaxseed
  • 1 tablespoon collagen peptides

Toppings (Choose 3-5):

  • Fresh fruit slices bananas, berries, kiwi
  • Granola
  • Nut butter drizzle almond, cashew
  • Cacao nibs or dark chocolate shavings
  • Coconut flakes toasted or raw
  • Nuts and seeds sliced almonds, pumpkin seeds, hemp hearts
  • Honey drizzle

Instructions
 

  • Prepare your ingredients: Ensure bananas are frozen for at least 6 hours. Pre-measure your toppings and have them ready for quick assembly.
  • Blend the base: Add frozen banana, Greek yogurt, and flavor enhancers to your blender. Start with 2 tablespoons of milk and blend on low speed, scraping down the sides as necessary. Gradually increase speed, adding more milk as needed. The mixture should be thick, like soft-serve ice cream.
  • Transfer to a bowl: Once smooth and thick, immediately transfer the mixture to a chilled bowl.
  • Top your smoothie bowl: Add toppings in an appealing pattern—start with larger fruits, then add crunchy elements like granola, and finish with smaller toppings such as cacao nibs and seeds.
  • Serve immediately: Enjoy your creamy, indulgent breakfast while the base is still firm but scoopable.

Notes

  • Variations:
    • Berry Vanilla Dream: Add mixed berries for a vibrant, tangy twist.
    • Tropical Vacation: Add frozen mango and coconut cream for a tropical flair.
    • Chocolate Lover’s Delight: Blend in cocoa powder and top with strawberries and chocolate granola.
    • Autumn Spice: Add pumpkin puree and pumpkin pie spice for a cozy fall version.
    • Green Machine: Add baby spinach for an extra nutrient boost with minimal flavor change.
  • Meal Prep Tip: Make the smoothie base ahead of time and store it in an airtight container in the freezer. In the morning, simply blend and top with your favorite toppings.
  • Substitutions: Use dairy-free yogurt or milk for a vegan version, and swap honey for agave or maple syrup.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 12gFat: 15gFiber: 8gSugar: 8g
Keyword Healthy Breakfast Smoothie, Smoothie Bowl Recipe, Vanilla Banana Smoothie Bowl
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