Vegan Smoothie Bowl

5 from 1 vote

There’s nothing better than starting my day with a thick, creamy, and refreshing Vegan Smoothie Bowl. My recipe is packed with fiber, natural sweetness, and a variety of nutrients, making it the perfect healthy breakfast or snack. Plus, it’s easy to make and completely dairy-free.

Prep Time5

Total Time5

Course: 30 Minutes or Less, Breakfast, Snack

Cuisine: American

Diet: Gluten Free, Vegan, Vegetarian

Servings:

Calories: 267kcal

Author: Anjali Shah

Equipment

Regular Blender

Ingredients

2 cups frozen fruit , see note
4-6 tablespoons dairy-free milk , use canned coconut milk for the most creamy version
1-2 tablespoons almond or peanut butter , optional

Optional toppings:

US Customary - Metric

Instructions

Put frozen fruit into a blender.
Pulse to chop into small pieces, you almost want it shredded. Make sure you pulse and not blend so that it doesn't get stuck.
Add the milk and nut butter if using.
Blend or pulse on low while stopping to move the mixture around. If you have a vitamix, the tamper will work well for this. Do not blend on high or the heat will melt the mixture.
Once it is the consistency of a thick frozen yogurt, pour into a bowl and serve topped with the toppings you want!

Notes

My #1 Secret Tip for making a super thick, creamy smoothie bowl is to pulse the fruit first, breaking it into little bits without fully blending it. Then, add your liquid and finish blending. After lots of trial and error, I realized that doing it this way helps the blender work more efficiently once the liquid is added. It doesn’t overheat, which means the smoothie stays thick and creamy instead of melting too quickly.
Use Only Frozen Fruit For Maximum Thickness: I do not recommend fresh fruit for smoothie bowls, it makes the base too runny. If you only have fresh fruit, freeze it for at least 4 hours before blending.
Add Liquid Gradually If Needed: If you're worried about your base getting too thin, add half the amount of liquid, blend and then add more as needed.
Serve Immediately: I have found that smoothie bowls start melting fast and become runny the longer they sit! I like to have all my toppings ready beforehand, so I can immediately serve and enjoy that thick, fro-yo like texture.

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