Blackberry Coconut Vanilla Smoothie Bowl (Printable)

Vibrant, creamy blend of blackberries, coconut, and vanilla topped with crunchy almond clusters for perfect texture contrast.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Smoothie Base

01 - 1 1/2 cups frozen blackberries
02 - 1 frozen banana, sliced
03 - 1/2 cup coconut yogurt, unsweetened or lightly sweetened
04 - 1/2 cup unsweetened coconut milk or almond milk
05 - 1 tablespoon pure maple syrup or honey
06 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
07 - Pinch of sea salt

→ Almond Clusters

08 - 1/2 cup raw almonds, roughly chopped
09 - 1 tablespoon maple syrup or honey
10 - 1/2 teaspoon coconut oil
11 - Pinch of sea salt

→ Toppings

12 - 1/4 cup fresh blackberries
13 - 2 tablespoons unsweetened shredded coconut
14 - 1 tablespoon chia seeds
15 - Extra almond clusters for garnish

# How-To Steps:

01 - Heat a small skillet over medium-low heat. Add the chopped almonds, maple syrup, coconut oil, and sea salt. Stir constantly for 2–3 minutes until the almonds are golden and evenly coated. Transfer to parchment paper and let cool completely, then break into clusters.
02 - Combine the frozen blackberries, sliced banana, coconut yogurt, coconut milk, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and pinch of salt in a high-speed blender. Blend on high until completely smooth and thick. Add an extra splash of milk only if needed to achieve a scoopable consistency.
03 - Pour the smoothie base evenly between two serving bowls. Arrange the almond clusters, fresh blackberries, shredded coconut, and chia seeds on top in sections. Serve immediately with spoons while the texture is thick and cold.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The frozen banana creates this incredible ice cream creaminess that somehow still feels light and fresh
  • Those toasted almond clusters transform everything and honestly, I keep a jar on hand just for snacking
  • It comes together in ten minutes flat but looks like something from a fancy cafe
02 -
  • If your smoothie base is too thick, add milk one tablespoon at a time, but seriously, thicker is better here
  • The almond clusters can burn in seconds, so don't walk away even for a moment
  • This bowl waits for no one, so have your toppings ready before you blend
03 -
  • Use a tamper if your blender has one, or stop and scrape down the sides frequently
  • Cold bowls help keep everything firm longer, so stick them in the freezer while you prep

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