Winter Berry Smoothie Bowl (Printer-friendly)
Nutrient-packed winter berries and seeds blended into a smooth, vibrant breakfast treat.
# What You'll Need:
→ Smoothie Base
01 - 1 cup frozen mixed winter berries
02 - 1 ripe banana
03 - ½ cup Greek yogurt or plant-based yogurt
04 - ½ cup unsweetened almond milk
05 - 1 tablespoon chia seeds
06 - 1 tablespoon maple syrup or honey (optional)
→ Toppings
07 - ¼ cup fresh or thawed winter berries
08 - 2 tablespoons mixed seeds
09 - 2 tablespoons granola
10 - 1 small kiwi, peeled and sliced
11 - 1 tablespoon shredded coconut (optional)
12 - 1 tablespoon pomegranate arils (optional)
# How to Prepare:
01 - Combine frozen berries, banana, yogurt, almond milk, chia seeds, and maple syrup or honey (if using) in a blender. Blend until smooth and creamy consistency is achieved.
02 - Pour the smoothie base into two bowls, using a spatula to create a thick, even layer.
03 - Arrange fresh berries, mixed seeds, granola, kiwi slices, coconut, and pomegranate arils decoratively on top of each bowl.
04 - Serve immediately with a spoon.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- The contrast between icy smooth base and crunchy toppings keeps every spoon interesting
- It looks like you spent twenty minutes arranging it when really it took five
- You get to eat something that tastes like dessert but powers you through until lunch
02 -
- If your smoothie base is too thick to blend add more almond milk one tablespoon at a time
- The toppings will start sinking if you let this sit too long so the pretty factor is temporary
- Taste the base before you pour it into bowls because once those toppings go on you cannot fix the sweetness
03 -
- Use a tamper if your blender has one instead of adding more liquid for a thicker result
- The longer you blend chia seeds the smoother they become so give it at least forty five seconds