Chunky Monkey Smoothie Bowls (Printable)

Creamy chocolate-peanut butter banana bowls topped with granola, fresh fruit, and seeds for a satisfying breakfast or snack.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Smoothie Base

01 - 2 medium bananas, peeled, sliced, and frozen
02 - 1/4 cup peanut butter powder or 2 tablespoons peanut butter
03 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
04 - 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
05 - 2 to 3 tablespoons coconut water

→ Toppings

06 - 1 banana, peeled and sliced
07 - 1/2 cup maple cinnamon granola
08 - 2 teaspoons cacao nibs
09 - 2 teaspoons hemp seeds
10 - 2 teaspoons mini chocolate chips

# How-To:

01 - Place frozen bananas, peanut butter powder or peanut butter, vanilla extract, cocoa powder, and coconut water into a high-powered blender or food processor.
02 - Blend on low speed, gradually increasing to medium-high, using the tamper to keep the mixture moving. If using a food processor, pulse and scrape down the sides as needed until smooth and creamy.
03 - Divide the smoothie base evenly between two bowls.
04 - Top each bowl with sliced banana, granola, cacao nibs, hemp seeds, and mini chocolate chips.
05 - Serve immediately and enjoy.

# Expert Hints:

01 -
  • It tastes like ice cream for breakfast without the sugar crash that follows.
  • You can make it in under ten minutes even on your busiest mornings.
  • The toppings add crunch and texture that make every spoonful interesting.
  • It keeps you full for hours thanks to the protein and healthy fats.
02 -
  • Freeze your bananas in slices the night before so they blend faster and more evenly.
  • If your blender struggles, let the bananas sit at room temperature for five minutes before blending.
  • Too much liquid will turn this into a smoothie instead of a thick bowl, so add it slowly.
  • Use a high-powered blender or food processor for the creamiest results, a regular blender might leave it icy.
03 -
  • Use peanut butter powder instead of regular peanut butter if you want a lighter bowl with fewer calories.
  • Add a handful of spinach to the base for extra nutrients without changing the chocolate flavor.
  • Let your frozen bananas thaw for exactly five minutes if your blender is not high-powered.
  • Double the recipe and keep extra frozen banana mixture in the freezer for a quick dessert later.
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