Chunky Monkey Smoothie Bowls (Printable)

Experience a creamy, chocolatey bowl, inspired by Chunky Monkey. Adorned with crunchy granola, fresh banana, and nutritious seeds.

# What You'll 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 - 2-3 tablespoons coconut water

→ Toppings

06 - 1 medium banana, peeled and sliced
07 - 1/2 cup maple cinnamon granola (gluten-free if needed)
08 - 2 teaspoons cacao nibs
09 - 2 teaspoons hemp seeds
10 - 2 teaspoons mini chocolate chips (optional, dairy-free if desired)

# How to make it:

01 - Combine the frozen bananas, peanut butter powder or peanut butter, vanilla extract, cocoa powder, and coconut water in a high-powered blender or food processor.
02 - Blend starting on low speed, gradually increasing to medium-high. Use the tamper to keep the mixture moving. For food processors, pulse and scrape down the sides as needed until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
03 - Divide the smoothie mixture evenly between two serving bowls.
04 - Arrange sliced banana, granola, cacao nibs, hemp seeds, and mini chocolate chips (if using) on top of each smoothie bowl.
05 - Enjoy the smoothie bowls right away while the texture is thick and creamy.

# Recipe Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Tastes like having dessert for breakfast without the sugar crash
  • The texture is somewhere between soft serve and a milkshake, thick enough to hold up whatever toppings you crave
02 -
  • A high-powered blender really does make a difference here, but a food processor with patience will get you there
  • Letting it sit for even five minutes changes the texture completely, so serve right away for the best experience
03 -
  • Peel and slice your bananas before freezing them, or you will wrestle with frozen peels forever
  • Let the frozen bananas thaw for just 2-3 minutes before blending to save your blender motor
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