Chunky Monkey Smoothie Bowls (Printable)

A rich chocolate banana smoothie bowl with peanut butter, topped with granola, fresh fruit, and superfood seeds.

# 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 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, optional

# Directions:

01 - Add frozen bananas, peanut butter powder or peanut butter, vanilla extract, cocoa powder, and coconut water to 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 - Distribute the smoothie base evenly between two bowls
04 - Top each bowl with sliced banana, granola, cacao nibs, hemp seeds, and mini chocolate chips if desired
05 - Consume right away for optimal texture and flavor

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • It tastes like dessert but you can eat it at 7 a.m. without guilt.
  • The thick, spoonable texture makes every bite feel more satisfying than a regular smoothie.
  • You can prep the banana slices ahead and keep them frozen for grab-and-go mornings.
  • Toppings turn it into a choose-your-own-adventure situation every time.
02 -
  • Do not add too much liquid or you will end up with a regular smoothie that you have to drink with a straw instead of a spoon.
  • Frozen bananas are the key to the thick texture, so if yours are not frozen solid, toss them back in the freezer for another hour.
  • If your blender struggles, let the bananas sit at room temperature for five minutes to soften slightly before blending.
03 -
  • Use the ripest bananas you can find before freezing them, the brown-spotted ones make the sweetest base.
  • If you do not have a tamper, stop the blender every 30 seconds and scrape down the sides with a spatula to keep things moving.
  • Let the smoothie sit for one minute after blending so it firms up slightly and becomes easier to scoop.
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