Mango Pineapple Banana with Coconut (Printable)
Tropical mango, pineapple, and banana blend topped with crunchy coconut and fresh fruit.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Smoothie Base
01 - 1 ripe mango, peeled and diced
02 - 1 ripe banana, sliced and frozen
03 - 1 cup frozen pineapple chunks
04 - 1/2 cup coconut milk
05 - 1/4 cup orange juice
06 - 1 tablespoon chia seeds
→ Toppings
07 - 1/4 cup granola
08 - 2 tablespoons unsweetened shredded coconut
09 - 1/2 banana, sliced
10 - 1/4 cup diced fresh mango
11 - 1/4 cup diced fresh pineapple
12 - 1 tablespoon pumpkin seeds
13 - 1 tablespoon honey or agave syrup
# How-To Steps:
01 - Combine mango, frozen banana, frozen pineapple, coconut milk, orange juice, and chia seeds in a high-speed blender. Blend until smooth and creamy, scraping down sides as needed. The mixture should be thick enough to eat with a spoon. Add a splash more coconut milk only if necessary to facilitate blending.
02 - Divide the thick smoothie mixture evenly between two serving bowls, using a spatula to ensure complete transfer.
03 - Arrange granola, shredded coconut, fresh banana slices, diced mango, diced pineapple, and pumpkin seeds attractively on top of each portion.
04 - Drizzle honey or agave syrup over the toppings if desired. Serve immediately while the smoothie base remains thick and the toppings stay crisp.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- It tastes like sunshine in a bowl but takes literally ten minutes
- The texture from frozen fruit makes it feel indulgent without any dairy or added sugar
02 -
- The frozen fruit is essential, fresh fruit will make it thin and watery
- Do not add too much liquid or you lose that thick spoonable texture
03 -
- Let the frozen fruit thaw for five minutes if your blender is struggling
- A drizzle of coconut milk on top right before serving looks gorgeous and adds richness