Lately I’ve been a bit obsessed with smoothie bowls (or as I call them, smoodie bowls).
The concept is simple and I’ve done it before here and here! But I believe this is my best version yet, and the trick is all in the blending method.
Come see how!
This recipe only requires 3 ingredients, 1 blender, and 5 minutes. Huzzah!
Simply add frozen bananas and frozen mixed berries to a blender and blend on low (this is key!) until it looks like Dip ‘n’ Dots (remember those?!). Then add a little (not too much!) non-dairy milk of choice – I like coconut – and protein powder if you’d like.
Blend some more on low, scraping down the sides until you have SOFT SERVE! Yes, a smoothie bowl is glorified soft serve and it’s so dang delicious. Hence the reason I can’t stop.
The best part about smoothie bowls is the toppings. I’ve been keeping it super simple recently and adding a spoonful each coconut flake, hemp seeds, and chia seeds for added nutrients, fiber, and protein.
Fruit makes a pretty addition but isn’t necessary since the entire bowl is made of fruit.
This recipe is so simple, but I hope you give it a try and love it! It’s:
Creamy
Fruity
Naturally sweet
Nutrient-rich
Healthy
Satisfying
& Quick!
This makes the perfect breakfast or snack when you’re in a rush but need something substantial (and want something pretty). It’s especially great for the summer months when we’re all looking for another way to cool down and keep time in the kitchen to a minimum.
If you try this bowl, let us know what you think! Leave a comment, rate it, and tag a picture #minimalistbaker on Instagram! We’d love to see your smoothie bowls in action. Cheers, friends!
My Go-To Smoothie Bowl (5 minutes!)
Ingredients
SMOOTHIE BOWL
- 1 heaping cup organic frozen mixed berries
- 1 small ripe banana (sliced and frozen)
- 2-3 Tbsp light coconut or almond milk (plus more as needed)
- 1 scoop plain or vanilla protein powder of choice* (optional)
TOPPINGS optional
- 1 Tbsp shredded unsweetened coconut (desiccated)
- 1 Tbsp chia seeds
- 1 Tbsp hemp seeds
- Granola
- Fruit
Instructions
- Add frozen berries and banana to a blender and blend on low until small bits remain – see photo.
- Add a bit of coconut or almond milk and protein powder (optional), and blend on low again, scraping down sides as needed, until the mixture reaches a soft serve consistency (see photo).
- Scoop into 1-2 serving bowls (amount as original recipe is written // adjust if altering batch size) and top with desired toppings (optional). I prefer chia seeds, hemp seeds, and coconut, but strawberries, granola, and a nut or seed butter would be great here, too!
- Best when fresh, though leftovers keep in the freezer for 1-2 weeks. Let thaw before enjoying.
Video
Notes
*Nutrition information is a rough estimate calculated without toppings.
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Phyllis-Pearl says
This was so easy to make and it tasted so delicious. I made some modifications to the recipe; started with some fresh berries and added the frozen berries and some beets. Topped it with granola and coconut flakes.. so filling!
We’re so glad you enjoyed it, Phyllis! Thanks so much for the lovely review. Next time would you mind leaving a star review with your rating? It is super helpful to us and our readers!
Lisa says
Just made this because I was just too tired to make lunch and wow! I am amazed!! I used a frozen banana and a heaping cup of frozen dragon fruit. Used vanilla protein powder and some coconut milk and topped with hemp seeds, blueberries and chopped pineapple. Added granola bc I like crunch. This is totally mind blowing! The key seems to be blending on low, as you directed. Girlfriend, I will never be without a lunch idea henceforth! Life changing!!
YAY! We’re so glad you loved it, Lisa. Thank you for sharing! xo
Gwyneth says
Can you use regular 2% cow’s milk instead of almond milk?
Yes, that would work!
MM says
I loved the recipe, we dont have frozen berries, so i just cuz some strawberries n 1 banana froze it for 2 hrs n blended it without any milk or yougurt. It tasted awe, tysm for this recipe!!!
We’re so glad you enjoyed it! Thank you for sharing! xo
Kristen says
This is a delicious recipe! I made it with a small banana, 1 cup strawberries and 1/2 cup Fage 0% yogurt. The first part went well chopping up the fruit; however, I did need to add 1/4 cup unsweetened almond milk to make it blend. It took a little bit, but WOW! Just like a creamy sorbet.
Amazing! Thank you for sharing your experience, Kristen! xo
aida hoteit says
are u sure its only 2.8 gms of protein?? one scoop of protein is at least 6-7 gms
Thanks
Hi Aida, the nutrition information is calculated without optional ingredients, so it doesn’t include the protein powder. It would definitely contain more protein if adding the protein powder!
Lily says
I loved this recipe, but my blender was having a hard time getting through the berries and fruit. I added yogurt that help the consistency and made it easier for the blender blades to spin. Overall my family and I enjoy this recipe and are begging me to make it again.
Hi Lily, We’re so glad you enjoyed it! Thank you for sharing your experience! You can always add more coconut or almond milk too to encourage blending, we just keep the amount in the ingredients low to ensure as thick of a smoothie bowl as possible. Hope that helps for next time!
Saoirse says
Very good and easy to follow and do i even need to mention delicious 😋
Kiesha says
This was excellent!! Didn’t use bananas but the method was perfect!!
Thanks so much for sharing this recipe.
Thanks so much for sharing, Kiesha! xo
Sonali says
Simple and delicious. My blender only has 1 speed so I took the advice from another review and used the pulse function instead. This recipe is a keeper!
Great! Thank you for sharing your experience, Sonali! xo
Ava Bosack says
I usually am not one to like smoothies or smoothie bowls so I haven’t tried one in 6 years. I tried this today, and I still am not liking it. At first I did, but then I just didn’t like it because I just don’t like smoothies at all. But, it was very healthy and good and I still ate it all! It was good, but smoothies aren’t my thing. Just trying something new and it was pretty good!
Benni says
Chia seeds need to be soaked before ingested because they expand when they come in contact with liquid. I see too many people using them as a garnish.
Jamie says
So good! Finally learned how to make it thick and creamy. Thank you for this. I did frozen strawberry and banana and Truvani vanilla chai protein powder (a full scoop) and just a little almond milk. My blender does not have speed options so i used the pulse option and it was perfect!
So glad you are enjoying this, Jamie. Love your tips as well! Thanks!
Jo says
Delicious, smooth and creamy.
Whoop! Thank you for sharing! xo
Jules says
This was delicious and super healthy too.
I used
Frozen banana
Frozen mango, strawberries, coconut and passion fruit
Regular milk
It blended with some trouble but our blender is quite old.
Melts quick so eat right away.
Thanks for this!
Thank you for sharing your experience, Jules! Your additions sound lovely!
Jennifer Smithson says
I had been looking for an easier smoothie bowl to make that would be quick and easy. This is the one! So quick and simple and so delicious! I have made it twice in the last 3 days.
Willow says
I made this and it was delicious! Another comment said they used mango instead of banana and since I don’t really like banana I used mango and that was sooooo good! Defo recommend using mango. After I made it there was some left over so I added a bit more milk and made popsicles. 🤩🤩🤩 The popsicles were really nice since it is spring where I live.
Woohoo! We’ve gotta try that mango swap.. sounds so delish! Thanks so much for the lovely review, Willow!
Meg says
This is excellent. I make it once a week or so and it always comes out great. Thanks for the great recipe!
Love that! Thank you for sharing, Meg! xo
winnie says
Hi, so I have a question. I have a normal blender that cant change speed. what do I do?
Hi Winnie, in that case, it might be tricky to make the smoothie thick enough for a smoothie bowl, but it would work well for a drinkable smoothie by adding more dairy-free milk. Hope that helps!
Jamie says
Mine does not have a speed option so I use the pulse option and comes out perfectly!
Lovely! Thanks so much for sharing, Jamie!
Moth says
Is the nutrition information calculated with or without the protein powder?
Without
Maddie says
His was Amazing me and my mom made this and we loved it! 100% recommend
Yay! So glad you both enjoyed it, Maddie. Thank you for sharing! xo
anonymous says
This recipe was delicious! I used mangoes instead of bananas, and dairy milk. 10/10 would recommend, tastes like healthy soft serve ice cream!
Yum – love that substitution! Thank you for sharing! xo
Dawn L Kimpel says
Have you tried Greek yogurt in place of milk? I’m not vegan so I would use dairy. I think Greek yogurt would make it more creamy and has a lot more protein than milk.
Francesca says
I love new things so I’ll defo try this
Let us know how you like it! xoxo
Carol Patterson says
I nearly broke my blender making this. I ended up adding a non frozen banana and a little water at a time until my blender could choke it down. Then I added the milk and vanilla protein powder but personally I wished i didn’t add any of the powder. It doesn’t go well it’s the flavors at all :( other than all that it was a good recipe. It makes a big bowl tho so go into this has hungry!
Hi Carol, sorry to hear this one gave you trouble! Were you using a blender that has a tamper? That can help keep things moving to avoid the blender getting overheated. Glad to hear you still enjoyed it overall!
Rachel says
So tasty!
We’re so glad you enjoy it! Thank you for sharing, Rachel! xo
Suzanne says
Wow! This is a delicious smoothie bowl! The secret is the slow blending and not too much liquid. I will make this often. I am thinking of using frozen blueberries and cherries next time!
We’re so glad you enjoy it! Thanks for sharing, Suzanne! xo
baby says
Can I use chilled fruit instead of frozen? Or is there an alternative?
Hi there! We haven’t tried this with chilled fruit, and it would not give you the same thick texture (it will probably be quite liquidy), but it could be yummy! Let us know how it goes if you give it a try! xo
Fleur says
Normally I need to make a smoothie bowl the evening before I can eat it as breakfast but now not 💕
Great!! Thanks for sharing, Fleur!
Sami says
This was delicious! Been waiting to make for months!
We’re so glad you enjoyed it, Sami! Thank you for the lovely review! xo