Breakfast in a bowl ? Sounds delicious, isn't it ? This Avocado banana smoothie bowl is a creamy and refreshing recipe that is packed with nutrients. It is made with ripe avocado, banana, milk, apple and basil seeds. It hardly takes 5 to 10 minutes to make and you will have a delightful crunch, creamy taste in every spoonful.
Avocado Banana Smoothie Bowl
This is a type of breakfast I am making often now. It is a smoothie bowl breakfast made with thick smoothies using the available fresh fruits, then top them with assorted ingredients. It is hearty, filling and very good for you.
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This bowl is made with a banana avocado smoothie topped with some nuts, peanut butter, seeds, dried fruits and apples. So yum and so refreshing for your body.
In this post, I'll show you how to make this easy avocado banana smoothie bowl using simple ingredients. It is a quick breakfast recipe that can also be enjoyed as a healthy snack or a post workout meal.
About Avocado Banana Smoothie Bowl
Starting your day with a balanced breakfast is one of the best ways to keep you energized throughout the day. On busy mornings, I always prefer recipes that are quick, wholesome and filling without compromising the taste.
This smoothie bowl is made with ripe avocado, banana, vanilla, milk, sweetener and topped with variety of toppings. Avocado is naturally packed with healthy fats, fibre and vitamins.
Banana makes the bowl more filling, while the toppings are rich in fibre and antioxidants, which makes this bowl a nutritious and delicious food.
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If the bananas become extra ripe, I always slice and freeze them. Frozen bananas when added to smoothies gives a richer, thicker and creamier texture, which makes the smoothie bowl even more indulgent.
The best part about this recipe is that it is easy to customize. You can top it with your favorite fruits, nuts, seeds, or granola to make it even more healthier and enjoyable. Overall, it is a simple, wholesome breakfast that both kids and adults will enjoy.
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Ingredients
- Avocado : Use a ripe avocado for the best creamy texture and rich flavour. It makes the smoothie bowl thick, smooth and is packed with good healthy fats.
- Banana : Use a ripe banana or frozen banana to make the smoothie sweet and extra creamy.
- Milk : Milk helps to blend all the ingredients into a smooth and creamy mix. You can use regular milk or plant based milk like almond milk, cashew milk, oat milk or soy milk to make it healthier.
- Sweetener : Add any sweetener of your choice like sugar, honey or maple syrup to add sweetness to the bowl.
- Toppings : I used jujube, dates, apples, pumpkin seeds, banana, peanut butter, granola, oats.
- Chia seeds : Chia seeds are rich in fiber and it adds texture to the smoothie bowl. Soak the chia seeds in water for 10 to 15 minutes until they become soft and gel-like.
Step by Step Pictures
1)take avocado, frozen banana in a blender jar.
2)Add in honey, vanilla, milk into this. Don't add too much milk, the mix has to be thick and creamy.
3)Blend this till creamy and thick.
4)Now spoon the blended smoothie mixture into a serving bowl.
5)Now get all your toppings ready. I am using these toppings. You can use your favorite toppings.
- Coconut (desiccated)
- Jujuve (sliced)
- Dates chopped
- Oats or Granola
- Pumpkin seeds
- Peanut butter
- Chia seeds bloomed in water
- Sliced banana and apples
6)Add the given topping all over the smoothie. Drizzle with little honey or maple syrup.
7)Enjoy immediately.
Expert Tips
- Make sure to use ripe avocado and frozen banana for a creamy smoothie. You can use frozen avocado too.
- Add milk very little while blending. Too much liquid will make the smoothie runny.
- Chill the smoothie bowl before serving in the refrigerator for 20 minutes to keep the smoothie cold.
- Add extra toppings like cashew nuts, almonds, pumpkin seeds, walnuts , etc of your choice.
- Add a drizzle of maple on top before serving for a delicious sweet finish.
Storage and Serving
This smoothie bowl tastes best when served immediately after blending.
Top the smoothie bowl with chopped almonds, walnuts, cashew nuts, pumpkin seeds, for extra texture and filling breakfast. You can also garnish it with shredded coconut, banana slices for a healthy breakfast, post workout meal or evening snack.
FAQ
Q. Can I make this smoothie bowl vegan ?
Yes, you can. Just simply use plant based milk like oat milk, almond milk, coconut milk, cashew milk or soy milk to make it vegan.
Q. Can I replace chia seeds with basil seeds ?
Absolutely ! sabja seeds are also a great alternative to chia seeds.
Q. What other toppings can be added ?
You can top the smoothie bowl with fruits, chopped nuts, pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds, coconut flakes or a drizzle of nut butter to make it even more delicious and filling.
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Avocado and Banana Smoothie Bowl (Breakfast Smoothie Bowl)
Equipment
Ingredients
For Smoothie Base
- 2 medium Ripe Avocado
- ½ cup Ripe Banana (Frozen)
- ½ cup Regular Milk or Dairy Free Milk
- 2 tablespoon Honey or to taste
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
For Smoothie Bowl Topping
- ¼ cup Apple chopped finely
- ½ medium Ripe Banana peeled and sliced thinly
- 2 no Dried Jujube Fruit
- 2 no Medjool Dates
- 1 tablespoon Pumpkin Seeds
- 1 tablespoon Granola or Oatmeal
- 1 tablespoon Unsweetened Natural Peanut Butter
- 1 tablespoon Coconut
- 1 teaspoon Honey or Maple Syrup
For Chia Seeds
- 1 tablespoon Chia Seeds
- ¼ cup Hot Water
Instructions
- Take chia seeds in a bowl, add in ¼ cup of hot water over it, Mix well and set aside for 15 minutes. Chia seeds will bloom and become gel like consistency.
- Take frozen ripe banana, avocado, honey, milk, vanilla in a blender jar. Blend this till creamy and thick.
- Now spoon this into a serving bowl. Add the given topping all over the smoothie. Drizzle with little honey or maple syrup.
- Serve immediately.
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Gayathri Sudharson
lovely wayto start the day.... keep going
Coral crue
i can't wait to try this out. looks so delicious
nura
How to choose an avocado fruit?
Aarthi
@nurapress the step part, it should be soft and feels ripe. Then u can cut into them else give them few days to ripen