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Smoothie Bowl Recipe

5-Minute Smoothie Bowl

This smoothie bowl recipe transforms simple frozen fruits into a thick, creamy breakfast that tastes like soft serve ice cream. Perfect for busy mornings when you want something nutritious and delicious!
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 0 minutes
0 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 1 bowl
Course: Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine: Gluten-Free, Vegan
Calories: 214
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Smoothie Bowl Base
  • 1 cup frozen mixed berries blueberries, strawberries, raspberries work best
  • 1 small ripe banana sliced and frozen overnight
  • 2-3 tablespoons light coconut milk or almond milk plus more as needed
  • 1 scoop vanilla protein powder optional
Toppings
  • 1 tablespoon unsweetened shredded coconut
  • 1 tablespoon chia seeds
  • 1 tablespoon hemp hearts
  • fresh fruit optional for topping

Equipment

  • High-speed blender
  • Spatula
  • Serving Bowl

Method
 

  1. Add frozen berries and banana to your blender. Blend on the lowest speed setting until the mixture looks like small ice crystals, about 30-45 seconds.
  2. Pour in just 2 tablespoons of coconut milk. Blend again on low speed, stopping to scrape down the sides with a spatula every 10 seconds.
  3. Check the consistency - the mixture should be thick like soft serve ice cream. Add one more tablespoon of liquid only if absolutely necessary.
  4. If using protein powder, add it now and pulse a few times to combine. Don't over-blend or the mixture will become too thin.
  5. Scoop into a chilled bowl and add your favorite toppings immediately. Serve right away for best texture.

Notes

Storage Tips: Leftover smoothie bowl mixture keeps in the freezer for up to 2 weeks. Let thaw for 5-10 minutes before serving.
Troubleshooting: If too thin, add more frozen fruit. If too thick, add liquid one teaspoon at a time.
Best Results: Use completely frozen fruit and blend on low speed to maintain thick consistency.