Blueberry Banana Almond Bowl (Printable)
Creamy banana-blueberry blend with almond butter, finished with toasted coconut crunch and fresh fruit toppings.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Smoothie Base
01 - 1 large ripe banana, sliced and frozen
02 - 1 cup frozen blueberries
03 - 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk
04 - 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt or non-dairy alternative
05 - 2 tablespoons almond butter
06 - 1 tablespoon chia seeds
07 - 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup, optional
→ Toppings
08 - 1/4 cup fresh blueberries
09 - 1/2 banana, sliced
10 - 2 tablespoons sliced almonds
11 - 2 tablespoons unsweetened shredded coconut
12 - 2 tablespoons granola, gluten-free if needed
13 - 1 teaspoon chia seeds
→ Coconut Crunch
14 - 1/4 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
15 - 1 teaspoon coconut oil
16 - 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup
17 - Pinch of sea salt
# How-To Steps:
01 - In a small skillet over medium heat, combine shredded coconut, coconut oil, honey or maple syrup, and a pinch of sea salt. Stir the ingredients frequently for 2 to 3 minutes until aromatic and golden. Remove the mixture from heat and let it cool completely.
02 - In a blender, place the frozen banana slices, frozen blueberries, almond milk, Greek yogurt or its non-dairy substitute, almond butter, chia seeds, and honey or maple syrup if desired. Blend until the mixture is thick and creamy, adding a small splash of additional almond milk if needed to achieve a smooth consistency.
03 - Divide the blended smoothie base evenly between two serving bowls. Top each bowl decoratively with fresh blueberries, sliced banana, sliced almonds, shredded coconut, granola, chia seeds, and the cooled coconut crunch.
04 - Serve the prepared smoothie bowls immediately with a spoon.
# Expert Advice:
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- The coconut crunch is an outrageous secret topping that turns a quick smoothie into a full-on treat.
- This bowl makes lazy mornings feel a little more spirited and special—healthy never tasted so good.
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- If your coconut toasts just a second too long, it turns bitter—stay with it the whole time.
- Letting the smoothie sit too long before eating gives it a soupy fate nobody wants.
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- Make the coconut crunch in double batches and store extras for quick bowls all week.
- Don’t rush the layering—arranging toppings is half the joy and makes the bowl feel special.