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    Recipes » Breakfast » Thick Smoothie Bowl Recipe - Vegan

    Thick Smoothie Bowl Recipe - Vegan

    Jan 1, 2022 · Last updated: Jan 1, 2022 by Gina Dickson · This post may contain affiliate links. Read our disclosure policy.

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    Get your mornings off to a healthy start with this deliciously creamy and Thick Smoothie Bowl Recipe. The ingredients are easy to keep on hand in your freezer and it only takes a few minutes to blend up. It's like a treat breakfast that is good for you.

    CBD Smoothie in a bowl
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    Whip up a batch of Healthy Oatmeal Breakfast Bars to go along with your smoothie bowl. They are simple to make, delicious gluten-free, dairy-free, refined sugar-free, and vegan. Tasty and good for you, the best of both worlds! You might also like to make these Healthy Breakfast Cookies are packed with healthy ingredients, such as oats, chia, pecans, banana, and a hint of cinnamon. They are gluten-free, dairy-free, refined sugar-free, and vegan.

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    • 😊 Why this recipe works
    • 🛒 Ingredient notes
    • 🔪 Step by step instructions
    • 💭 Tips for making a thick smoothie bowl
    • ✔️ Favorite toppings Ideas
    • 🔀 Variations
    • Why Add CBD To Your Smoothie
    • ❓ FAQ
    • Related Recipes
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    😊 Why this recipe works

    • When you make this bowl for breakfast, you start your day with a healthy, no refined sugar breakfast. There is no added sugar. Only natural plant-based sugars make this a healthy sweet treat for breakfast or a snack.
    • It's quick and easy to make a smoothie bowl.
    • It's easy to add different toppings to create a variety of flavors to the basic smoothie bowl.

    🛒 Ingredient notes

    • Blueberries: If you have fresh berries, it is best to freeze them first
    • Strawberries: Cut the tops off and freeze
    • Carrington Farms Organic Coconut Protein - Coconut protein powder adds a nice hint of sweetness from the coconut powder.
    •  Unsweetened almond milk
    • Three scoops of Pyure Organic Stevia (optional)
    • Toppings: frozen strawberry slices, frozen whole blueberries, unsweetened shredded coconut

    See the recipe card for a complete list and quantities.

    🔪 Step by step instructions

    Be sure your fruit and liquids are frozen before putting them in the blender for best results. Starting with frozen ingredients will ensure you have a thick consistency for your smoothie bowl.

    1. Place frozen fruit in your blender.

    • 1 1/2 cup of frozen blueberries
    • 1 1/2 cup of frozen strawberries

    2. Add A Thickener

    For my thickener, I have found a great protein addition that has a hint of coconut flavor called Carrington Farms Organic Coconut Protein. It is organic and non-genetically modified, with a blend of coconut powder, pumpkin powder, and pea powder. A serving gives you 20 grams of plant protein and 30% of your daily iron needed.

    3. Add A Little Sweet

    Pyure Organic Stevia is my choice for adding a little sweetness. This jar only has stevia, no other ingredients such as sugar alcohol sweeteners.

    4. Add non-dairy milk

    1 1/3 cups unsweetened almond milk. Depending on your blender and frozen fruit, you might need to add more or less to create a thick smoothie.

    5. Blend

    Blend on high for 1 minute or until your fruit is smooth. If your smoothie does not blend well, allow the fruit to thaw a few minutes and try again. If you are in a hurry, you can add a tablespoon of almond milk in increments until your blender makes the fruit smooth.

    ⭐ Hint: Be sure and use the VitaMix food stomper that goes in the top of the lid. This will help quickly distribute the fruit through the blender without making it watery.

    💭 Tips for making a thick smoothie bowl

    A smoothie bowl needs to have the consistency of soft serve ice cream to be eaten with a spoon instead of sipping with a straw.

    1. A great way to make a thick smoothie bowl is to start with frozen fruit such as frozen bananas or berries. When fresh fruit starts to get too ripe, I prep it for the freezer. For example, if a banana is too brown to eat, I peel them and break them in half. I place them in a zip-lock-type bag and freeze them. If I have very ripe berries, I put them on a parchment-lined cookie sheet and freeze them for 24 hours. After that, I place them in a freezer zip-lock bag.
    2. Freeze juice such as apple or orange juice into ice cube trays. Once frozen, place them in a zip-lock bag or airtight container for easy access when you are ready to make a thick smoothie bowl.
    3. To make your smoothie thicker, you can also freeze almond milk, cashew milk, or coconut milk in the ice cube trays.
    4. Add raw oatmeal or chia seeds will help thicken a smooth bowl. Don't cook them. Blend with your fruit raw.
    5. Use protein powder in your smoothie bowl to add nutrition and help thicken it to a creamy consistency.
    6. Buy a good high-speed blender. Investing in a good blender is well worth the money. I use a Vita-Mix. They have the strength to grind up any frozen fruit you like. Because they are so powerful, they require less liquid to make your smoothie which yields a thicker smoothie bowl. 

    ✔️ Favorite toppings Ideas

    If you like changing up the flavor of your smoothie bowl, here are some great options for toppings you can keep on hand in your pantry.

    • granola
    • pumpkin seed - these are an excellent option to substitute nuts
    • unsweetened coconut flakes
    • dark chocolate chips - I like to use Lilly's because they are no sugar added and are made with stevia.

    Lily's Dark Chocolate Chips

    • fresh banana slices
    • drizzle maple syrup
    • mixed fresh berries
    • copped Medjool dates
    • cacao nibs -  rich in antioxidants and add a nice sweet crunch to your bowl.
    • hemp seeds -are a good source of omega 3 & 6 fatty acids, antioxidants, protein, iron, and vitamin B.
    • Chia seeds – are a good source of omega 3 & 6 fatty acids, antioxidants, fiber, iron, and calcium! 

    🔀 Variations

    • 2 tablespoons peanut butter or almond butter
    • You can use any unsweetened non-dairy milk such as almond milk, coconut milk, cashew milk, soy milk, or oat milk. We have banana almond milk in our local grocery store that would also be great to add to your smoothie bowl.
    • 1/2 avocado - this is a great way to get healthy fats
    • Enjoy trying one of these Exotic Asian Fruits added to your bowl. They have beautiful vibrant colors, unique rinds, and a dazzling array of flavors that will dance on your palate.
    Exotic Asian Fruit with leaves around the frame

    Why Add CBD To Your Smoothie

    This recipe was a go-to breakfast for me while I was on chemo. I added 1 serving of Organic CBD oil according to my product.

    Some of the benefits of adding CBD oil to your smoothies may include:

    • soothe pain
    • ease anxiety
    • reduce inflammation
    • recover from a hard workout

    According to Thrive, research shows that CBD might reduce stress signals due to its anti-anxiety and anti-inflammatory properties. CBD oil gives a sense of calm throughout the body, which is helpful for people with stress in their life. Also, the anti-inflammatory properties of CBD can possibly reduce the stress that our guts often experience during times of emotional stress or illness.

    ❓ FAQ

    What is a smoothie bowl?

    A smoothie bowl is made like a smoothie drink but thicker to be eaten with a spoon. All ingredients are frozen to start with. Protein powder, oats, or chia seeds can be added as a thickener.  

    Are smoothie bowls actually healthy?

    A smoothie bowl can be very healthy when made with unsweetened fruit, protein powder, and nuts.

    What to do with a leftover smoothie?

    If you have leftover smoothies, you could put them in a small freezer-safe cup and refreeze. When you need a little sweet treat, you can set the bowl on your counter for a few minutes to thaw and then have a creamy smoothie.

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    Thick Smoothie Bowl Recipe Vegan

    Gina Dickson
    Starting the day off with a nutritious CBD Smoothie Bowl is a great way to ease chronic pain, inflammation and reduce anxiety. It's an all-around healthy way to boost your mornings!

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    Prep Time 5 mins
    Total Time 5 mins
    Course Breakfast
    Cuisine American
    Servings 2
    Calories 181 kcal

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    Ingredients
      

    • 1 1/2 cup Blueberries frozen
    • 1 1/2 cup Strawberries frozen
    • 1 scoop Coconut protein powder 20 grams of powder
    • 1 1/3 cups Unsweetened almond milk unsweetened almond milk. You might need to add more or less to create a thick smoothie depending on your blender and frozen fruit.
    • Stevia I like to add 3 scoops. The scooper comes inside the Pyure Organic Stevia jar.

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    Instructions
     

    • Place all ingredients except toppings in a blender.
    • Blend on high for 1 minute or until your fruit is smooth. If your smoothie does not blend well, allow the fruit to thaw a few minutes and try again. If you are in a hurry, you can add a tablespoon of almond milk in increments until your blender makes the fruit smooth.
    • Pour in a bowl and top with frozen fruit and shredded coconut or any other favorite topping.

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    Topping Ideas
    If you like changing up the flavor of your smoothie bowl, here are some great options for toppings you can keep on hand in your pantry.
    • granola
    • pumpkin seed - these are a good option to substitute nuts
    • unsweetened coconut flakes
    • dark chocolate chips - I like to use Lilly's because they are no sugar added and are made with stevia.
    Lily's Dark Chocolate Chips
    • fresh banana slices
    • drizzle maple syrup
    • mixed fresh berries
    • copped Medjool dates
    • cacao nibs - rich in antioxidants and add a nice sweet crunch to your bowl.
    • hemp seeds - these are a good source of omega 3 & 6 fatty acids, antioxidants, protein, iron, and vitamin B.
    • Chia seeds – are a good source of omega 3 & 6 fatty acids, antioxidants, fiber, iron, and calcium! 

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1gCalories: 181kcalCarbohydrates: 27gProtein: 15gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 241mgPotassium: 296mgFiber: 5gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 113IUVitamin C: 74mgCalcium: 273mgIron: 2mg
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    Update Notes: This post was originally published in 2019, but was republished with new photos, step-by-step instructions and tips, in January of 2022.

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