Chunky Monkey Smoothie Bowls (Printable Version)

Creamy chocolate-peanut butter banana blend with crunchy granola toppings

# What You 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 unsweetened cocoa powder
05 - 2 to 3 tablespoons coconut water

→ Toppings

06 - 1 medium 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 Make:

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 speed, using the tamper to keep the mixture moving. If using a food processor, pulse and scrape down the sides as needed until the mixture reaches a smooth and creamy consistency.
03 - Pour the smoothie base evenly into two bowls, filling each bowl approximately three-quarters full.
04 - Top each bowl with sliced banana, maple cinnamon granola, cacao nibs, hemp seeds, and mini chocolate chips distributed evenly across the surface.
05 - Serve immediately while the smoothie base maintains its thick, creamy texture. Eat with a spoon, combining toppings with each bite.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • It tastes like ice cream but it's actually good for you, which feels like cheating in the best way.
  • You can make it in under ten minutes with things you probably already have in your pantry.
  • The toppings add crunch and texture so every bite feels different and interesting.
  • It's totally customizable depending on what you're craving or what dietary needs you have.
02 -
  • Your bananas need to be properly frozen, not just cold, or the texture won't be thick enough to eat with a spoon.
  • Don't over-blend or add too much liquid, because you want it thick and scoopable, not pourable.
  • If your blender is struggling, let the bananas sit at room temperature for two minutes before blending.
03 -
  • Use ripe bananas with brown spots before freezing them, they'll be sweeter and blend more smoothly.
  • A high-powered blender makes this so much easier, but a food processor works if you're patient and scrape the sides often.
  • Don't skip the toppings, they're what make this feel like a real treat instead of just a smoothie.
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