Blueberry Smoothie Bowl

This blueberry smoothie bowl is thick, creamy, and bursting with blueberry flavor! It’s full of immune-boosting vitamin C and powerful antioxidants. Add your favorite toppings for a delicious breakfast or snack.

Why You’ll Love it:

This blueberry smoothie bowl is as good as it looks! It boasts a vibrant purple hue and tastes like juicy blueberries. I’m craving one as I write this.

I live for blueberries. Sweet-tart, poppable, nutrient-packed bluebs. These tiny berries boast serious health benefits. They’re full of antioxidants that reduce inflammation and oxidative stress in your body. Win, win!

I try to eat them daily and this blueberry bowl is one of my favorite methods. I like to top it with sliced almonds, hemp hearts, and more blueberries!

Key Ingredients:

• Banana – For a creamy consistency! You don’t need a frozen banana. A fresh one works great. Bananas are a good source of potassium and fiber. But my favorite quality is their natural sweetness. It’s perfect for smoothies!
• Frozen blueberries – I buy a big bag of organic blueberries at Costco. I’m impressed with both the quality and cost.
• Apple juice – You don’t have to use juice, but a small amount enhances the blueberry flavor and makes it pop!

How to Make a Blueberry Smoothie Bowl:

This blueberry bowl is very simple!

• Combine ingredients: Add all the ingredients to your blender. Start with the soft ingredients (i.e. the banana) to reduce stalling.
• Blend: Turn your blender on low speed, then increase the speed to high. If the mixture isn’t moving, stop the blender.

• Scrape and blend: Use a spatula to scrape the sides of the blender and push the mixture toward the blades. Blend again until thick and smooth. Repeat this process if needed.
• Serve: Use a large spoon to scoop the mixture into a bowl. Add your favorite toppings and enjoy right away!

Smoothie Bowl Tips:

• If possible, use a high-speed blender. They work great for green smoothies and smoothie bowls. They’re built with a powerful motor to pulverize frozen ingredients effectively.
• Start with less liquid. You can always add more but you can’t take it out. I didn’t need to add any extra liquid to mine.
• Stop and scrape the blender as necessary. Because there’s not much liquid, you may need to stop your blender and use a spatula to push the mixture toward the blades. It’s worth the extra effort for a super thick and creamy smoothie bowl.

Variations & Substitutions:

• Liquid base – I like to use a splash of 100% juice for extra sweetness! White grape, apple, or passion fruit are great options. You can swap it with almond milk if you prefer less sugar/sweetness.
• Fruit – Swap half of the frozen blueberries with another frozen fruit. Try pineapple, mango, cherries, peaches, or strawberries!
• Protein – For a boost of high-quality protein, add 1 tablespoon of hemp hearts or 1/4 cup of Greek yogurt.
• Greens – Add a handful of baby spinach for a boost of micronutrients! Add it the same time as the banana.

FAQs:

Smoothie Bowl Toppings:

My favorite part about smoothie bowls are the toppings! They add crunch, chew, sweetness, or even a bitter contrast (ahem cacao nibs).

Here’s a few of my favorites:

• Berries or sliced bananas
• Seeds – Hemp hearts, chia seeds, pepitas. I LOVE hemp hearts.
• Nuts – Sliced almonds (my fave!), pistachios, cashews, pecans, or walnuts.
• Granola – My favorite brands are Seven Sundays and Kind.
• Cacao nibs – Love that bitter crunch!
• Nut butter – Drizzle it on top for peanut butter & jelly vibes!

Smoothie Bowl Recipes:

• Pineapple Smoothie Bowl – 3 Ingredients
• Mango Smoothie Bowl – 3 Ingredients!
• Low Calorie Smoothie Bowl
• Strawberry Banana Smoothie Bowl
• Ultra-Creamy Banana Smoothie Bowl
• Protein Acai Bowl