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    Home » Breakfast

    Easy Strawberry Smoothie Bowl

    Aug 30, 2022 · 39 Comments

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    This 3-ingredient strawberry banana smoothie bowl is a super thick, creamy dessert-like breakfast smoothie that's fully customizable with all your favorite protein, fiber, healthy fat, and nutrient-dense toppings! Plus, it's dairy-free, gluten-free, contains no added sugars, and is super flexible!

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    What Is a Smoothie Bowl?

    Smoothie bowls largely use the same ingredients as a regular smoothie but rely on more frozen elements and much less liquid. This means that, when blending using a high-speed blender or food processor, the fruits become a deliciously creamy, thick, soft-serve consistency.

    You can then transfer this creamy and refreshing mixture to a bowl and top with nutritious toppings. The results are akin to a healthy nice cream bowl you can eat with a spoon and enjoy for breakfast. What’s not to love?!

    Super Creamy Strawberry Smoothie Bowl with Toppings

    As much as I love to start my day with smoothies like this strawberry yogurt smoothie or creamy blueberry smoothies, sometimes I’m craving something a little more satisfying and treat-like, and that’s where this strawberry banana smoothie bowl recipe comes in.

    While it shares many of the same ingredients as a simple strawberry smoothie, this frozen fruit smoothie bowl has a thick, soft serve consistency. It’s also incredibly easy to transform it into a heartier balanced meal with various toppings that provide vitamins and nutrients to fuel your day.

    This balanced breakfast requires no cooking, no need to hover over a stove, and just a few minutes to prepare. Plus, the base thick strawberry smoothie bowl recipe already provides you with your entire daily vitamin C requirements, along with Vitamin E, potassium, folate, and tons of fiber. This can then be built on with your choice of toppings (listed below).

    The Ingredients

    Just three ingredients (and an optional fourth) make up the base for this delicious strawberry smoothie bowl recipe. Keep the fruits in your freezer, and you can enjoy a strawberry bowl any time!

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    • Strawberries: You need frozen strawberries. I prefer to buy the fresh fruit in season and freeze them myself.
    • Banana: Frozen banana is necessary to make the super thick smoothie consistency perfect for this strawberry and banana smoothie bowl.

    How to freeze bananas for smoothie bowls?

    To make them easier to blend, I prefer to peel and then slice the bananas into several smaller pieces.

    To freeze the banana, spread the pieces across a tray (not touching, to avoid pieces sticking together) and freeze until solid, then transfer to a Ziplock/Stasher bag for up to 6 months.

    • Plant-based milk: A little dairy-free milk will help to blend the ingredients. Use any milk, I.e., almond milk, cashew milk, oat milk, soy milk, coconut milk, etc. Vegan yogurt or coconut water also works.
    • Cinnamon: (optional) Just a pinch adds a subtle but wonderful flavor to the frozen strawberry smoothie bowl.

    Optional Add-Ins & Recipe Variations

    This healthy strawberry smoothie bowl is endlessly flexible, both in customizing it to your dietary needs (paleo, keto, gluten-free, etc.) and nutritional goals (more protein, fiber, etc.). Keep reading for all my favorite optional add-ins for flavor and nutrition, plus all the best smoothie bowl toppings (further down the post)!

    For Flavor

    • Sweetener: If your fruit isn’t overly sweet, add Medjool dates, maple syrup, agave, or a sugar-free sweetener to sweeten the frozen strawberry smoothie bowl to taste.
    • Vanilla extract: To bring out the flavors from the strawberries.
    • Zest: Orange zest, lime zest, or lemon zest will all add wonderful zing to this easy strawberry smoothie bowl.
    • Cocoa powder: To make a vegan antioxidant-rich banana strawberry chocolate smoothie, add 1-2 tablespoons of unsweetened cacao powder (or cocoa powder).
    • Other fruits: There are plenty of flavor combinations you could experiment with when making a healthy strawberry smoothie, including:
      • Avocado strawberry smoothie bowl
      • Strawberry acai bowl
      • Strawberry mango smoothie bowl
      • Strawberry pineapple smoothie bowl
      • Strawberry peach smoothie bowl
      • Add raspberries or blueberries

    You can use the additional fruit in place of or alongside the banana (reducing the amount of banana accordingly).

    For Additional Nutrients

    If you want to focus on adding more protein, fiber, and heart-healthy fats INTO the healthy strawberry smoothie as well as in the toppings, you could add:

    • Leafy greens: A handful of spinach or kale won’t make the color appetizing, but they don’t affect the flavor and are PACKED with nutrients.
    • Avocado: ½ an avocado adds antioxidants and healthy fats. You can even make an avocado strawberry smoothie by replacing some or all of the banana with avocado.
    • Seed/Nut butter: A tablespoon of seed or nut butter like almond butter, cashew butter, etc., will make this strawberry smoothie bowl super rich and creamy while providing satiating protein, fiber, and healthy fats.
    • Beets: Will enhance the pink color of the frozen strawberry smoothie bowl while adding extra nutrients.
    • Oatmeal: Add around ¼ cup of rolled oats per portion of this healthy strawberry breakfast smoothie bowl for extra fiber and satiating power.
    • Protein powder: Add a scoop of your favorite vegan protein powder for a protein smoothie bowl. Use unflavored, vanilla, or berry-flavored powder. This will further thicken the strawberry banana smoothie bowl, too.
    • Supplements: You can add vitamins and supplement powders directly into this smoothie if you aren’t a fan of tablets. I.e., vegan collagen, vitamins, etc.
    • Superfood powders: I.e. spirulina, maca powder, and others.

    For a strawberry breakfast smoothie bowl recipe that will fill you up till lunch, I highly recommend adding extra fiber (oats, chia seeds, flaxseeds), protein (nut butter or nuts/seeds), and healthy fat (also nut/seed ingredients or avocado, etc.). This will keep you full till lunch easily!

    How to Make a Strawberry Smoothie Bowl?

    • 1) Add all the ingredients to a high-speed blender and process until smooth and creamy. Pause to scrape down the sides of the jug as needed.
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    post blending of Strawberry Smoothie Bowl in blender

    If the frozen ingredients are having trouble blending, add a little more dairy-free milk, one tablespoon at a time. Be careful not to add too much, or the smoothie bowl will be too thin.

    • 2) Transfer the strawberry banana smoothie to a bowl and top with all your favorite toppings (listed below). Enjoy immediately!
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    process of adding granola to top the Strawberry Smoothie Bowl
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    process of adding chia seeds to top the Strawberry Smoothie Bowl

    FAQs

    Are smoothie bowls good for you?

    A smoothie bowl base combines fruit and plant-based milk for several vitamins and minerals. They can then be topped with many topping options to add fiber, plant-based protein, healthy fats, and micronutrients. The toppings you choose and your dietary goals determine how healthy you make this strawberry smoothie bowl recipe.

    However, this strawberry breakfast smoothie bowl generally makes for a nutrient-dense, filling, healthy breakfast or snack.

    Can I make smoothie bowls with a low-powered blender?

    This frozen fruit smoothie bowl recipe works best with a high-speed blender or food processor (I find the latter works best) to easily cut through and blend the frozen ingredients.

    Lower-powered machines will require more liquids and time (5 minutes thawing the fruit can help), all of which can make the smoothie too thin for a smoothie bowl consistency (though it’ll still be a delicious strawberry banana smoothie).

    Can I make a strawberry smoothie bowl without banana?

    There are several substitutes you could use in place of bananas. For example, try frozen blanched cauliflower for a keto strawberry smoothie bowl. Frozen avocado will also work or frozen dairy-free yogurt. Alternatively, use other frozen fruits (listed earlier in the post).

    Top Tips For The Best Results

    • Blender vs. food processor: A food processor tends to work best for creating strawberry smoothie bowls that require no additional liquid. However, if you have a blender with a tamper, that’s great too.
    • Give your machine breaks: If the machine struggles to blend the frozen ingredients, give it breaks. Otherwise, it can cause the blades to overheat and melt the ingredients.
    • Add extra plant-based milk if needed: But only in tablespoon amounts, so it doesn’t become too thin.
    completed Strawberry Smoothie Bowl against a white surface

    The Best Smoothie Bowl Toppings

    Choose the toppings for this strawberry smoothie bowl recipe that best fit your flavor, dietary, and nutrition goals from the list below:

    • Fresh or frozen fruits
    • Freeze-dried fruit
    • Granola or muesli (I recommend a low-sugar option)
    • Puffed cereals—like puffed quinoa, buckwheat, etc.
    • Coconut shreds or flakes
    • Seeds - like hemp seeds, chia seeds, flaxseed, pumpkin seeds, etc. For protein, fiber, and Omega-3s
    • Nuts — like almonds, cashews, pecans, etc.
    • Coconut butter (1 tbsp)
    • Seed or nut butter — almond butter, cashew butter, peanut butter, hazelnut butter, etc. (1 tbsp)
    • Cacao nibs (for antioxidants and crunch. 1 tbsp)
    • Vegan chocolate chips/chunks

    Please let me know your favorite topping combinations for this healthy strawberry smoothie bowl in the comments!

    Storage Instructions

    Make ahead: I recommend always having various fruits in your freezer to create a delicious smoothie bowl at a moment’s notice!

    This strawberry banana smoothie bowl doesn’t store well, as the frozen ingredients will melt. For that reason, I recommend enjoying it immediately.

    Freeze: If you make too much of the strawberry smoothie bowl, it’s possible to freeze it in a Ziplock/Stasher bag (spread thin to break into pieces when re-blending) for up to 3 months.

    completed Strawberry Smoothie Bowl against a white surface

    More Fruit Recipes

    • Fresh Watermelon Juice Blend
    • Apple Orange Carrot Juice
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    • Sparkling Pineapple Strawberry Mocktail
    • Banana Milkshake [Without Ice Cream|

    If you try this easy strawberry banana smoothie bowl recipe, I’d love to know what you think in the comments below. I’d also really appreciate a recipe card rating.

    Photos by Alfonso Revilla

    completed Strawberry Smoothie Bowl against a white surface

    Easy Strawberry Smoothie Bowl

    This 3-ingredient strawberry banana smoothie bowl is a super thick, creamy dessert-like breakfast smoothie that's fully customizable with all your favorite protein, fiber, healthy fat, and nutrient-dense toppings! Plus, it's dairy-free, gluten-free, contains no added sugars, and super flexible!
    5 from 22 votes
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    Prep Time 10 mins
    Cook Time 0 mins
    Total Time 8 mins
    Course Breakfast
    Cuisine American
    Servings 1
    Calories 265 kcal

    Equipment

    • measuring cups
    • blender

    Ingredients
      

    • 2 peeled frozen ripe bananas
    • 1 cup of frozen strawberries
    • ¼ cup of plant-based milk plus more if needed
    • Pinch of cinnamon optional
    • Any toppings you'd like (strawberry or banana slices, chia seeds, granola, etc.)

    Instructions
     

    • Place the frozen bananas, frozen strawberries, plant-based milk, and optional cinnamon into a high-speed blender and blend until smooth. If it needs a little help moving, pour in more cashew milk by the tablespoon.
    • Pour the smoothie mixture into a large bowl and top with your favorite toppings.
    • Serve immediately.

    Notes

    • Blender vs. food processor: A food processor tends to work best for creating strawberry smoothie bowls that require no additional liquid. However, if you have a blender with a tamper, that’s great too.
    • Give your machine breaks: If the machine struggles to blend the frozen ingredients, give it breaks. Otherwise, it can cause the blades to overheat and melt the ingredients.
    • Add extra plant-based milk if needed: But only in tablespoon amounts, so it doesn’t become too thin.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 265kcalCarbohydrates: 65gProtein: 4gFat: 2gSaturated Fat: 0.3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 85mgPotassium: 1066mgFiber: 9gSugar: 36gVitamin A: 169IUVitamin C: 105mgCalcium: 112mgIron: 1mg
    Keyword banana, breakfast smoothie, breakfast smoothie bowl, dairy free, family friendly, fruit smoothie, healthy smoothie bowl, refined sugar free, smoothie bowl, strawberries, sweet treat, vegan, vegetarian
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    Disclaimer: Although foodsharingvegan.com attempts to provide accurate nutritional information, kindly note that these are only estimates. Nutritional information may be affected based on the product type, the brand that was purchased, and in other unforeseeable ways. Foodsharingvegan.com will not be held liable for any loss or damage resulting for your reliance on nutritional information. If you need to follow a specific caloric regimen, please consult your doctor first.

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    Reader Interactions

    Comments

    1. Andrea says

      August 30, 2022 at 10:38 pm

      5 stars
      this smoothie bowl is a great way to kick start the day!

      Reply
    2. Kristina says

      August 31, 2022 at 1:53 am

      5 stars
      Strawberry smoothies are my kids favorite so we tried this smoothie bowl as an alternative and it was a major hit! I used sliced frozen bananas from a bag and vanilla almond milk for the smoothie mixture and topped them with a small amount of chia seeds and a dollop of plain Greek yogurt.

      Reply
      • Andrea says

        September 02, 2022 at 4:15 am

        Love your chia seed addition! My favorite!

        Reply
    3. Jeannie says

      August 31, 2022 at 2:02 pm

      5 stars
      love that I need only 3 ingredients in this smoothie bowl and the addition of cinnamon to give an extra spice and flavor.

      Reply
      • Andrea says

        September 02, 2022 at 4:16 am

        Right?! Oh so simple and super delicious!

        Reply
    4. Helen at the Lazy Gastronome says

      August 31, 2022 at 9:09 pm

      Printing this - I'm making it for breakfast tomorrow! I have all the ingrients too!

      Reply
      • Andrea says

        September 02, 2022 at 4:16 am

        Wohoo! We hope you enjoy it 🙂

        Reply
    5. Megan says

      August 31, 2022 at 11:19 pm

      5 stars
      I love how simple this is. I freeze some and make an easy ice cream for breakfast 😂

      Reply
      • Andrea says

        September 02, 2022 at 4:16 am

        Oh wow. That sounds absolutely incredible! Love that idea!

        Reply
    6. Nancy says

      August 31, 2022 at 11:54 pm

      5 stars
      Tasty and wonderful strawberry smoothie everyone loves at home.

      Reply
      • Andrea says

        September 02, 2022 at 4:17 am

        It's definitely a winner at our house too! So sweet and delicious!

        Reply
    7. Alyssa says

      September 01, 2022 at 12:15 am

      5 stars
      Love a good smoothie bowl! Way cheaper to make at home and so yummy! The cinnamon in this recipe is such a good idea!

      Reply
      • Andrea says

        September 02, 2022 at 4:17 am

        For sure! You definitely save so much money making it at home!

        Reply
    8. Erin says

      September 01, 2022 at 12:21 am

      5 stars
      This is simple and satisfying! Made for breakfast and my boys loved it!

      Reply
      • Andrea says

        September 02, 2022 at 4:17 am

        Nice! So glad your kiddos enjoyed this one! Nothing like a sweet smoothie bowl 🙂

        Reply
    9. Nora says

      September 01, 2022 at 1:55 pm

      5 stars
      Wow, this smoothie bowl turned out delish! Perfect to start the day!

      Reply
      • Andrea says

        September 02, 2022 at 4:18 am

        Definitely great in the morning but I also enjoy it as a mid-day snack as well 🙂

        Reply
    10. Keri Bevan says

      September 01, 2022 at 3:15 pm

      5 stars
      What a gorgeous smoothie bowl this is. And, it makes the best breakfast ever. A great way to get kids to eat a super healthy breakfast.

      Reply
      • Andrea says

        September 02, 2022 at 4:18 am

        Yess! Adds a ton of sweet yet nutritious ingredients to kick start the day!

        Reply
    11. Melinda says

      September 01, 2022 at 11:54 pm

      5 stars
      Loved how easy this was to make! I used pumpkin pie spice instead of cinnamon, since it’s what I had on hand, and my smoothie bowl was still delicious. Great recipe.

      Reply
      • Andrea says

        September 02, 2022 at 4:18 am

        Love the pumpkin spice addition! Perfect for fall!

        Reply
    12. Judith says

      September 03, 2022 at 3:25 pm

      5 stars
      This is easy to make, a beautiful colour and so refreshing.

      Reply
      • Andrea says

        September 12, 2022 at 2:00 am

        Gotta love the aesthetically pleasing recipes!

        Reply
    13. Sarah says

      September 04, 2022 at 10:39 am

      5 stars
      Such a pretty pink smoothie bowl, and so easy to make! A great way to kick start the day 🙂

      Reply
      • Andrea says

        September 12, 2022 at 2:00 am

        Agreed! Love a pretty smoothie bowl to kick start the day with!

        Reply
    14. Teodora says

      September 04, 2022 at 10:44 pm

      5 stars
      So simple, and so delicious! Love it!

      Reply
      • Andrea says

        September 12, 2022 at 2:03 am

        Gotta love a smoothie bowl!

        Reply
    15. Nancy says

      September 05, 2022 at 4:01 am

      5 stars
      Thanks for this easy smoothie recipe with strawberries. Super satisfying

      Reply
      • Andrea says

        September 12, 2022 at 2:04 am

        The easy and simple smoothie recipes are the best!

        Reply
    16. Jacqui says

      September 05, 2022 at 3:22 pm

      5 stars
      This bowl is insanely good! I make it for breakfast on a regular basis now.

      Reply
      • Andrea says

        September 12, 2022 at 2:05 am

        Definitely a great way to start the day!

        Reply
    17. Rachel says

      September 06, 2022 at 3:30 pm

      5 stars
      This smoothie bowl is truly thick and creamy! I topped it with granola and sliced banana—yum!

      Reply
      • Andrea says

        September 12, 2022 at 2:05 am

        Love the granola topping for this bowl!

        Reply
    18. Gina H. says

      September 06, 2022 at 4:47 pm

      5 stars
      So much deliciousness in this smoothie bowl. The best way to start my day!

      Reply
      • Andrea says

        September 12, 2022 at 2:07 am

        Agreed! Definitely a great way to kick start the day with a bang!

        Reply
    19. Bea Buono-Core says

      September 07, 2022 at 12:24 pm

      5 stars
      Love this recipe!

      Reply
      • Andrea says

        September 12, 2022 at 2:08 am

        It's a goodie!

        Reply
    20. Janaye says

      September 09, 2022 at 3:32 pm

      5 stars
      All delicious! Love a good smoothie bowl! 😍

      Reply
      • Andrea says

        September 12, 2022 at 2:14 am

        So delicious!

        Reply

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