Chunky Monkey Smoothie Bowls (Printable version)

Creamy chocolate-peanut banana blend topped with granola, fresh fruit and seeds.

# What You'll Need:

→ Smoothie Base

01 - 2 medium bananas, peeled, sliced, and frozen
02 - 1/4 cup peanut butter powder or 2 tablespoons peanut butter
03 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
04 - 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
05 - 2 to 3 tablespoons coconut water

→ Toppings

06 - 1 banana, peeled and sliced
07 - 1/2 cup maple cinnamon granola, gluten-free if needed
08 - 2 teaspoons cacao nibs
09 - 2 teaspoons hemp seeds
10 - 2 teaspoons mini chocolate chips, optional and dairy-free if desired

# How to Prepare:

01 - Place frozen bananas, peanut butter powder or peanut butter, vanilla extract, cocoa powder, and coconut water into a high-powered blender or food processor.
02 - Blend on low speed, gradually increasing to medium-high, using the tamper to keep the mixture moving. If using a food processor, pulse and scrape down the sides as needed until smooth and creamy.
03 - Divide the smoothie base evenly between two bowls.
04 - Top each bowl with sliced banana, granola, cacao nibs, hemp seeds, and mini chocolate chips if using.
05 - Serve immediately and enjoy.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • It tastes like dessert but makes you feel like you actually accomplished something healthy before noon.
  • You can eat it with a spoon instead of drinking it, which somehow makes breakfast feel more intentional and satisfying.
  • Everything goes into one blender and the whole thing comes together faster than brewing a pot of coffee.
  • The toppings add so much crunch and texture that every bite feels different and interesting.
02 -
  • If your bananas aren't frozen solid, the smoothie will turn out runny and loose instead of thick and creamy, so plan ahead and freeze them overnight.
  • Don't skip the tamper or scraping step, because frozen bananas love to get stuck on the sides and leave you with uneven chunks instead of a smooth blend.
  • Coconut water is key for keeping it light, but if you add too much, you'll end up with a drinkable smoothie instead of a thick bowl, so add it a tablespoon at a time.
03 -
  • Use a high powered blender if you have one, because it makes the texture unbelievably smooth and creamy in half the time.
  • If your smoothie base is too sweet, a pinch of sea salt on top balances everything out and makes the chocolate flavor pop even more.
  • For extra protein, blend in a scoop of vanilla or chocolate protein powder, but you might need a little more liquid to keep it from getting too thick.
  • Let your frozen bananas sit on the counter for about five minutes before blending, it makes the whole process easier and your blender will thank you.
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