BLUEBERRY SMOOTHIE BOWL
Thick, creamy, and bursting with feel-good nutrients, this breakfast bowl is the ultimate way to fuel your morning. Loaded with antioxidants and ready in just minutes, it’s quick enough for busy weekdays but wholesome enough to keep you energized and satisfied. Top it with your favorite fruit, seeds, or granola for a bowl that’s as beautiful as it is nourishing.
KEY INFO:
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 10 minutes
Servings: 1-2
Difficulty: Easy
Dietary: Vegetarian, Gluten-free, Vegan-optional
EQUIPMENT NEEDED:
- High-powered blender
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Serving bowl
- Spatula
- (Alternative: Standard blender – will need extra blending time)
INGREDIENTS:
Base:
- 1 cup (150g) frozen blueberries
- 1-2 frozen bananas (120-240g), sliced
- ½ cup (120ml) coconut milk or plant-based milk
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1-2 pitted dates (optional, for sweetness)
Optional Add-ins:
- ½ small avocado (for extra creaminess)
- 2 tablespoons Greek yogurt (if not vegan)
- Juice of ½ lime
Toppings:
- Fresh blueberries
- Coconut flakes
- Granola
- Chia seeds
- Sliced banana
- Drizzle of honey or maple syrup
METHOD:
- Add frozen blueberries, banana, and HALF the milk to your blender
- Blend on low speed, gradually increasing to high (stop and scrape down sides as needed)
- Add remaining milk GRADUALLY until you reach a thick, spoonable consistency
- Blend in any optional add-ins
- Transfer to serving bowl immediately
- Add toppings of choice and serve while cold
CRUCIAL TIPS:
- Always use FROZEN fruit for proper thickness
- Add liquid gradually – you can always thin it out, but can’t thicken it up
- Blend immediately before serving for best texture
STORAGE & VARIATIONS:
Storage: Best eaten immediately. Can refrigerate up to 24 hours but will need stirring
Meal Prep: Freeze smoothie packs with pre-measured ingredients
Common Mistakes: Adding too much liquid at once
Variations:
- Protein boost: Add 1 scoop protein powder
- Lower sugar: Replace banana with ½ avocado
- Extra creamy: Add 2 tbsp Greek yogurt
- Nutty version: Top with almond butter and seeds
Scaling: Recipe doubles easily – just maintain the fruit-to-liquid ratio
This recipe strikes the perfect balance between healthy and indulgent – thick enough to eat with a spoon but packed with nutrients to fuel your day. The frozen blueberries create an ice-cream-like texture while delivering a powerful antioxidant punch.
