It's time for Healthy Raspberry Banana Smoothie Bowls! These nutritious bowls are the perfect way to start your day and they're both gluten free and vegan! I love these healthy breakfast recipes because they're so easy to make and you can customize them with your favorite toppings. You know? Kind of like a healthy version of soft-serve ice cream, but way healthier! 😉
Smoothie bowls are the perfect breakfast or healthy snack because they're so quick and easy to make, and super nutritious too! I especially love how you can prep the ingredients ahead of time. Just put the desired portions in freezer bags and keep in the freezer for when you're ready for a treat!
These healthy raspberry banana smoothie bowls are good for you because they're a nourishing mix of vitamins and minerals. They provide potassium, vitamin C, fiber, and antioxidants like ellagic acid – all with just one bowl! Plus, it'll satisfy your sweet tooth without being too high in calories or sugar.
Raspberries are in season and a smoothie bowl is the perfect way to enjoy them. You can top these smoothies with anything your heart desires, but I like adding chia seeds and almonds for extra protein and coconut flakes for more texture. Oh, and who could forget about chocolate chips!?
Total Time
- Preparation time: 5 minutes
Ingredients
- Bananas
- Raspberries
- Coconut cream
- Chia seeds
- Coconut shreds
- Chocolate chips
- Almond flakes
Instructions
- Wash your raspberries then peel and chop the bananas. You can make your bowls with fresh fruit or freeze a few hours for a thicker consistency.
- Place fruit in a food processor or blender.
- Add coconut cream and blend until smooth.
- Once smooth, pour the smoothie and spread between two bowls.
- Garnish with raspberries, chia seeds, almond flakes, coconut shreds and chocolate chips. Enjoy!
Tips For Success
- I made these bowls using fresh fruit but for even thicker smoothie bowls, freeze all of your fruit first!
- Add in your favorite protein powder before blending if you want some added calories and want to feel fuller longer.
- You can prep and pre-portion the actual smoothie ingredients ahead of time and place them in a freezer bag and stick in the freezer. That way in the morning, all you have to do is throw them in the blender. You can meal prep smoothie bowls all week with different flavors this way!
Storage
- It's best to eat smoothie bowls right away but if you do have any leftovers, you can store it in the fridge for up to 3 days. Just keep it in an airtight container.
- You can also pour the leftovers from your smoothie bowl into popsicle molds and place in the freezer to enjoy as a frozen sweet treat later!
Equipment
- Blender or food processor
What is a smoothie bowl?
A smoothie bowl is a great way to use fresh, in-season, fruit or frozen fruit. It's similar to a smoothie but has lots more yummy toppings, so you need to use a bowl to spoon up all that healthy goodness.
You make the smoothie in a blender, like usual, and then pour it into a bowl instead of a cup. Next, top it with slices of fruit, chia seeds, coconut flakes, granola, nuts, chocolate chips, or anything you think would go well with it.
This adds a little bit of texture and makes it a filling breakfast for hot summer mornings or an afternoon snack.
Toppings
There is an endless variety of toppings you can add to smoothie bowls. This one has chia seeds, sliced almonds, coconut flakes, and chocolate chips. Some other options include:
- Nuts: chopped walnuts, pecans, macadamia nuts, cashews
- Sliced fruit: bananas, strawberries, kiwifruit, peaches, mangoes, papaya
- Whole fruit: blueberries, blackberries, raspberries
- Nut butters: peanut butter, almond butter, chocolate hazelnut spread (like Nutella)
- Crunch: granola, hemp seeds, pumpkin seeds
A whole meal
In contrast to smoothies, smoothie bowls can be a whole meal themselves after you add all the toppings. You have everything you need to round it out and make it filling.
It's a perfect mid-day snack to help tide you over until your next big meal. It's also great as part of your breakfast or lunch.
When it's topped with fruit, nuts, nut butter, or seeds it has loads of calcium, protein, and potassium. Not to mention antioxidants and a range of vitamins and minerals.
FAQs
Are smoothie bowls actually healthy?
Yes! Smoothie bowls are incredibly healthy. When you start piling in the fruit, granola, seeds, and nuts, you've got yourself a well-rounded nutritious meal.
Is it bad to eat a smoothie bowl every day?
It's not necessarily bad to eat a smoothie bowl every day. Make it yourself instead of buying it at a smoothie shop where they put in extra sugars. Also, when you make them, try to use the least amount of added sugar as well. Vary up the fruits, plant based milks, and toppings so you get a nice balance of nutrients.
Can you use water instead of milk in smoothie bowls?
You can use water instead of milk but it will be less flavorful. Some other options are almond milk, oat milk, coconut juice, orange juice, or apple juice.
How do you freeze bananas for smoothies?
Frozen bananas are a great addition to smoothies. They're a natural sweetener and pair well with other fruits.
The best way to freeze them is to lay out a sheet pan and layer it with parchment paper or a silicone mat.
Slice the very ripe bananas and put them all in one layer on the sheet. Freeze the whole sheet for about 30 minutes and then remove the bananas and put them in a freezer bag and then back in the freezer.
Healthy Raspberry Banana Smoothie Bowls
Ingredients
- 3 ripe banana, frozen
- 1 ½ cup raspberries, frozen
- ½ cup coconut cream
- 4 tablespoon chia seeds for garnish
- 4 tablespoons almond flakes for garnish
- 4 tablespoons chocolate chips
- 4 tablespoons coconut shreds
Instructions
- Wash your raspberries then peel and chop the bananas. You can make your bowls with fresh fruit or freeze a few hours for a thicker consistency.
- Place fruit in a food processor or blender.
- Add coconut cream and blend until smooth.
- Once smooth, pour the smoothie and spread between two bowls.
- Garnish with raspberries, chia seeds, almond flakes, coconut shreds and chocolate chips. Enjoy!
Notes
- It's best to eat smoothie bowls right away but if you do have any leftovers, you can store it in the fridge for up to 3 days. Just keep it in an airtight container.
- You can also pour the leftovers from your smoothie bowl into popsicle molds and place in the freezer to enjoy as a frozen sweet treat later!
Nutrition
* This nutrition card is calculated by a third party app and is only an estimate. The numbers will vary based on the specific ingredient amounts and brands you use in making this recipe.
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Choclette
Oh how delicious is this raspberry smoothie bowl. It's just perfect for a luxurious start to the weekend. Love the flavours of raspberry and coconut and a few chocolate chips just make it seem extra special.
Melinda
My kids will love these and I will love how quickly I can prepare them!! What a great way to use raspberries from the garden. I’m going to try your idea for popsicles too!
Genevieve
I love smoothie bowls and this one is perfect for breakfast!
Alexandra
So beautifully presented and absolutely delicious - this is such a wonderful way to start the day.
Oscar
What a great recipe. I love the coconut with bananas. So tasty.
Agnieszka
I made these smoothie bowls for my kids this week and they really loved having it for breakfast! It's almost like ice-cream but healthy!
Freya
I love new smoothie recipes and this one was great, so delicious and not too sweet
Jeri
This smoothie bowl is my go-to during the week for a quick and healthy breakfast! The coconut cream makes it so creamy. Yum!
Amanda Scarlati
This smoothie bowl is so good! I love all of the flavors together. So good!
Jenny
This was such a delicious breakfast, and it was super fun to make!
Jean
I like the idea that I can make it in advance and keep the fruits in the freezer. This a super healthy breakfast thanks for adding new ideas to my smoothie bowl.
Elle @ Spice and Life
Thank you for sharing this absolutely delicious recipe - I love how creamy this is while being healthy. A real treat that doesn't need to be too occasional! Fantastic!
Marta
I made these for my breakfast this morning (which I usually skip) and had enough for a couple of day's breakfasts. I'm freezing them to make life easier this week. They were so easy to make, I'm really happy I found the recipe!
Moop Brown
These bowls look healthy, tasty, and like a perfect meal to start the day off with. Thanks for sharing!
Amy B.
This was the perfect breakfast and it came together quickly! Loved the flavor combo with the coconut cream.
Leslie
Loving this healthy raspberry banana smoothie bowl recipe! This is such a delicious, well balanced way to start the day!
Aya
I don't usually make smoothie bowls, but I'm so glad I made this! I love the flavors of raspberry and banana. It tastes amazing! Mine did not turn out as pretty as yours. I think I need to practice my smoothie bowl decorating skills!
Natalie
What a beautiful smoothie bowl. Looks refreshing healthy and delicious. I can't wait to give this recipe a try.
Gus
I love smoothie bowls! Thanks for the recipe!
Julia Y
These will make a wonderful breakfast on a warm summer's day - can't wait to try it. There are so many different berries at the market it would be a shame not to try them out in this smoothie bowl recipe
Cathleen
I am obsessed with smoothie bowls, and yours is the perfect combination of everything I love! This is definitely going to be going on repeat in my kitchen. Thanks so much for the recipe 🙂
Tara
Definitely the perfect start to the morning! I don't have smoothie bowls nearly enough. Yours looks amazing and I love all those flavors!
Kechi
I love smoothies especially this time of the year! These bowls look so nutritious and tasty! YUM
Sara Welch
Enjoyed this for breakfast this morning and started my day off right! Cool, refreshing and delicious; easily, a new favorite recipe!
Mairead
I love the addition of chia seeds to this smoothie for some extra protein. Thanks for a great recipe.
Jeri
This smoothie bowl is so delicious, and it's so thick the fruit doesn't sink to the bottom! Love it!
mihaela
The raspberry crop is turning out nicely at my allotment. I'll try this smoothie with fresh ones as soon as I pick a few!
Jeannie
this is a great morning breakfast makes me wake up excited and to enjoy breakfast. healthy and delicious
Addie
Smoothie bowls are my favorite! So yummy!
Susan
A healthy version of soft-serve ice cream - SOLD!!
Michael
I loved these smoothie bowls, they were so refreshing. I love starting Summer days off with a refreshing cold smoothie. The coconut was so delicious!
Linda
This looks delish! I was going to ask about freezing these for later, then saw your note about using freezer pop molds...brilliant! Adding this to sneaky ways to get my kid to eat healthier snacks!
Kayla DiMaggio
Smoothie Bowls are one of my favorite and this was so tasty! I loved the raspberries and the banana gave the smoothies the perfect thickness!
Julia
I've been looking for a different breakfast and this looks lovely. I've got a lot of raspberries ripening up in the garden just now so this is perfect, a nice breakfast for me and a way of using up the fruit.