Winter Berry Smoothie Bowl (Print View)

A colorful bowl featuring winter berries, banana, yogurt, and crunchy seeds for a healthy boost.

# What You'll Need:

→ Smoothie Base

01 - 1 cup frozen mixed winter berries (blueberries, blackberries, cranberries, raspberries)
02 - 1 ripe banana
03 - 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt or plant-based yogurt
04 - 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk or milk of choice
05 - 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup (optional)
06 - 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

→ Toppings

07 - 1/4 cup fresh berries (optional)
08 - 2 tablespoons mixed seeds (chia, pumpkin, sunflower, flaxseed)
09 - 2 tablespoons gluten-free granola
10 - 1 tablespoon shredded coconut (optional)
11 - 1 tablespoon sliced almonds or other nuts (optional)

# Step-by-Step Directions:

01 - Place frozen berries, banana, yogurt, almond milk, honey if using, and vanilla extract into a blender. Process until thick and smooth.
02 - Pour the blended mixture evenly into two serving bowls.
03 - Top each bowl with fresh berries, mixed seeds, granola, shredded coconut, and sliced almonds as desired.
04 - Enjoy immediately with a spoon.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • It takes less time than brewing coffee and leaves you feeling genuinely energized.
  • The texture is thick enough to eat with a spoon, so it feels more like a meal than a drink.
  • You can customize the toppings based on whatever you have in the pantry.
02 -
  • If your blender struggles, add the liquid first and then the frozen fruit on top so the blades catch easier.
  • Using a frozen banana instead of a fresh one makes the bowl even thicker and almost ice cream like.
  • Less milk is always better at the start because you can drizzle more in if needed, but you cannot take it back out.
03 -
  • Freeze your banana slices the night before so your blender does not have to work as hard in the morning.
  • Use a shallow wide bowl instead of a deep one so you get toppings in every spoonful.
  • If your berries are too tart, add a pinch of salt along with the honey to balance the flavors.