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Filled with bananas, almond butter, and good-for-you ingredients, this Banana Smoothie Bowl is a delicious way to start your day. Add your favorite toppings and your healthy, protein-filled bowl makes a deliciously simple breakfast or snack!

overhead view of a banana smoothie bowl with toppings

I’ve been bitten by the banana bug lately…

As in, I’ve been eating a banana almost every day of the week! And that’s surprising for me, since I’ve never gotten into that habit before.

But, it’s not to say that I don’t love bananas, because I do! I really do…from this Baked Banana Bread Oatmeal, to that Banana Caramel French Toast Bake, these Banana Chocolate Chip Muffins, Banana Bread Scones, and Peanut Butter Banana Energy Bites, I love banana-flavored anything!

Lately, I’ve been slicing a banana and eating it with a dollop (or three) of peanut butter and a drizzle of honey. It serves as the perfect breakfast or snack!

And my latest obsession? This Banana Smoothie Bowl!

Filled with bananas, almond butter, and good-for-you ingredients, this breakfast smoothie bowl is a delicious way to start your day. Add your favorite toppings and your healthy, protein-filled bowl makes a deliciously simple breakfast or snack!

And you know me, I’m all about the easy recipes around here. Especially when it comes to breakfast. And eating a smoothie in a bowl is just a little more fun than drinking it out of a glass. Because, let’s face it, it’s all about those toppings!

a banana breakfast smoothie bowl with toppings

Banana Smoothie Bowl Ingredients 

The ingredients list for this banana bowl is short and simple: 

  • Frozen bananas
  • Vanilla Greek yogurt
  • Milk
  • Vanilla bean paste
  • Almond butter
  • Honey
  • Ice

How to Make a Smoothie Bowl

I love the texture of this Banana Nut Smoothie Bowl. It’s extra thick, extra creamy, and loaded with flavor. And it couldn’t get any easier to make! Simply pile everything in a blender (I used my new vitamix) and blend away. Add your favorite toppings and get ready to be wowed.

If your breakfast or smoothie routine needs a little jazzing up, this Banana Smoothie Bowl will do just the trick!

My Go-To Smoothie Bowl Toppings

You can top this banana smoothie bowl with whatever toppings you’d like! A few of my favorites are: 

  • Banana slices
  • Slivered almonds
  • Dark chocolate chunks
  • Cacao nibs
  • Fresh berries 
  • A drizzle of honey 

side view of a banana smoothie bowl with toppings

Tips for Making a Thick Smoothie Bowl 

  • Make sure to slice and freeze your bananas the night before making this banana bowl. If you use room temperature bananas, your smoothie mixture won’t be thick enough to eat with a spoon. 
  • Any type of milk will work for this recipe (dairy or non-dairy is fine). 
  • For an ultra thick smoothie breakfast bowl, add ice to the blender. 

Looking for more smoothie bowl ideas? I’ve got you covered!

  • Blueberry Smoothie Bowl
  • Raspberry Almond Butter Smoothie Bowl
  • Apple Cinnamon Smoothie Bowl
  • Green Smoothie Bowl
  • Chocolate Peanut Butter Smoothie Bowl
Filled with bananas, almond butter, and good-for-you ingredients, this Banana Nut Smoothie Bowl is a delicious way to start your day. Add your favorite toppings and your healthy, protein-filled bowl makes a deliciously simple breakfast or snack!
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Banana Smoothie Bowl

Filled with bananas, almond butter, and good-for-you ingredients, this Banana Smoothie Bowl is a delicious way to start your day!
Course Breakfast
Cuisine American
Keyword smoothie bowl recipe
Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings 1 bowl
Calories 492kcal

Ingredients

  • 2 bananas , sliced and frozen
  • ½ cup vanilla Greek yogurt
  • ½ cup milk (any kind)
  • ¼ teaspoon vanilla bean paste (or vanilla extract)
  • 2 tablespoons almond butter
  • Honey to sweeten , if desired
  • About 1 cup of ice , if desired (to make smoothie thicker)

Toppings

  • Banana slices
  • Almonds
  • Dark chocolate chunks
  • Blueberries

Instructions

  • In the canister of a blender, combine the bananas, yogurt, milk, vanilla extract, almond butter, honey, and ice.
  • Blend until reaches desired consistency. Pour into a medium-sized bowl and sprinkle with toppings.

Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 492kcal | Carbohydrates: 70g | Protein: 16g | Fat: 21g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 8mg | Sodium: 48mg | Potassium: 1216mg | Fiber: 9g | Sugar: 40g | Vitamin A: 250IU | Vitamin C: 21mg | Calcium: 192mg | Iron: 2mg
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By Gayle | April 3, 2017

Comments

  1. Dawn @ Girl Heart Food says

    April 3, 2017 at 5:15 am

    Prior to our smoothie obsession (hubby and I have one every day and it always contains banana), we ate a banana every day as a snack. Easy to peel and just too convenient, right? I love a good smoothie bowl and the flavours of this one sound delicious. Mmmmmm….almond butter with bananas! Sounds good right about now! Good to see your new blender is going to good use 😉 Pinned, of course. Happy Monday, my friend 🙂

    Reply
    • Gayle says

      April 3, 2017 at 7:12 am

      Bananas make the best snack! Thanks, Dawn!

      Reply
  2. Sarah @Whole and Heavenly Oven says

    April 3, 2017 at 6:59 am

    This is SUCH a beautiful and Monday-worthy smoothie bowl, Gayle! I’m dying over all the gorgeousness you loaded on top! I want to dig a spoon right into my screen!

    Reply
    • Gayle says

      April 3, 2017 at 7:13 am

      Thanks for the smoothie love, Sarah!

      Reply
  3. annie@ciaochowbambina says

    April 3, 2017 at 7:34 am

    I eat a banana everyday without fail and have for many years! I love them and I will love this! It’s time I give the banana the attention it deserves! Those toppings are calling my name! Plus, it’s just so pretty! Pinned!

    Reply
    • Gayle says

      April 3, 2017 at 7:48 am

      Aren’t bananas the best? I’m loving them any which way I can get my hands on them! Thanks, Annie!

      Reply
  4. Cheyanne @ No Spoon Necessary says

    April 3, 2017 at 7:48 am

    Oh gosh, I LOVE naners and I go through phases where I will eat one every day for months, then I take a break, and then I’m right back at it again. My husband is the same way too! Obviously I’m loving this smoothie bowl!!! Yesssss to making it super thick and creamy! And I loooove that you used almond butter, Gayle! Plus toppings are my life, so you KNOW I’ll be loading this delicious bowl up with ALL the toppings! Pinned! Cheers, friend!

    Reply
    • Gayle says

      April 3, 2017 at 7:53 am

      Yay for bananas all the time! 🙂 Thanks for the smoothie love and pin, friend!

      Reply
  5. Pamela @BrooklynFarmGirl says

    April 3, 2017 at 8:50 am

    This is a perfect breakfast ????

    Reply
    • Gayle says

      April 3, 2017 at 8:52 am

      It sure is! 🙂 Thanks, Pamela!

      Reply
  6. Jessica @ A Kitchen Addiction says

    April 3, 2017 at 9:27 am

    I’d love to start off my week with one of these smoothie bowls! I just picked up some bananas. I need to get a couple in the freezer, so I can make this!

    Reply
    • Gayle says

      April 3, 2017 at 9:58 am

      Smoothie bowls are the best! Thanks, Jessica!

      Reply
  7. mira says

    April 3, 2017 at 10:03 am

    Such a beautiful smoothie bowl Gayle! I’ve been eating a lot of bananas lately, too! Pinning to try it for breakfast.

    Reply
    • Gayle says

      April 3, 2017 at 10:12 am

      Thanks, Mira! Aren’t bananas the best? 🙂

      Reply
  8. marcie says

    April 3, 2017 at 11:37 am

    I eat bananas every day and love them in my smoothies! I love everything about this smoothie bowl, especially that you added almond butter for more protein and flavor. This looks like a breakfast everyone in my house would love!

    Reply
    • Gayle says

      April 3, 2017 at 12:59 pm

      Thanks, Marcie! I’m hooked on using almond butter in smoothies!

      Reply
  9. Milena | craftbeering.com says

    April 3, 2017 at 1:32 pm

    Totally on board with this one! Almond butter stands way up there on my list of favorite healthy snacks! I should definitely try eating it in other ways, haha. So far it has been a straight out of the jar affair. For like 7 years… I should try this recipe!

    Reply
    • Gayle says

      April 3, 2017 at 2:12 pm

      Almond butter is delicious on its own. Thanks, Milena!

      Reply
  10. Demeter | Beaming Baker says

    April 3, 2017 at 2:33 pm

    Gayle, this smoothie bowl comes at just the perfect time! I’ve totally been jonesing for a smoothie, but in bowl version. Your banana nut smoothie bowls looks so creamy, thick, and just perfect. Love the toppings! Also, glad that you’ve been bitten by the banana bug, because I’m a HUGE fan!! Now I’ve totally got to try having a banana with maple syrup and some almond butter. YUM! Wishing you a happy Monday! Pinned. 🙂

    Reply
    • Gayle says

      April 3, 2017 at 2:47 pm

      Aren’t bananas the best? I’m seriously hooked on them, especially in smoothie form. Thanks for the sweet comment, Demeter!

      Reply
  11. Rachel @ Bakerita says

    April 3, 2017 at 5:40 pm

    I’m all for smoothie bowls of all types, and this banana nut flavored one looks so scrumptious! I could definitely dig into this bowl for breakfast 🙂

    Reply
    • Gayle says

      April 3, 2017 at 5:52 pm

      Thanks, Rachel!

      Reply
  12. Blair @ The Seasoned Mom says

    April 3, 2017 at 7:10 pm

    Smoothie Bowls are my love language! I eat one just about every day, and this particular combo is calling my name. Such a great way to start the day!

    Reply
    • Gayle says

      April 3, 2017 at 7:22 pm

      Aren’t they the best? Thanks, Blair!

      Reply
  13. Ashley - the recipe rebel says

    April 3, 2017 at 8:59 pm

    This is a smoothie bowl I could totally go for! Love the banana nut flavors and the extra crunch on top!

    Reply
    • Gayle says

      April 4, 2017 at 5:07 am

      Thanks, Ashley!

      Reply
  14. Kelly says

    April 3, 2017 at 10:00 pm

    Love all the yummy goodies you packed into this pretty smoothie bowl. I could seriously have one everyday and the banana nut combo sounds perfect!!

    Reply
    • Gayle says

      April 4, 2017 at 5:08 am

      I’m addicted to smoothie bowls! 🙂 Thanks, Kelly!

      Reply
  15. Sues says

    April 3, 2017 at 10:47 pm

    Yummm! I love bananas, too, but don’t really eat them too often. But sometimes I do throw half of one into my standard kale smoothie and it adds soooo much deliciousness. Love the idea of this smoothie bowl!!

    Reply
    • Gayle says

      April 4, 2017 at 5:08 am

      Thanks, Sues! Banana smoothie bowls are my new favorite!

      Reply
  16. Manali@CookWithManali says

    April 4, 2017 at 1:22 pm

    I eat a banana everyday too! I think I need to try this smoothie bowl next because it looks so good!

    Reply
    • Gayle says

      April 4, 2017 at 5:21 pm

      Thanks for the smoothie love, Manali!

      Reply
  17. cara says

    April 5, 2017 at 5:50 pm

    This bowl looks amazing! With you on the almond butta and banana train, xo

    Reply
    • Gayle says

      April 5, 2017 at 6:03 pm

      Thanks for the kind words and for stopping by, Cara!

      Reply
  18. Amber@TheRecipesPk says

    November 7, 2017 at 6:57 am

    My kids don’t likem yogurt. Today I followed up banana nut smoothie and they just love the fruity and nutty taste.

    Reply
    • Gayle says

      November 7, 2017 at 7:08 am

      I’m so glad to hear that, Amber! Sounds like this is perfect for your kids. Thanks for stopping by and letting me know how it turned out!

      Reply
  19. Alexia says

    March 13, 2018 at 5:21 pm

    How many calories??

    Reply
    • Gayle says

      March 13, 2018 at 5:53 pm

      Hi Alexia! I don’t provide calories, as I don’t want to give the wrong information. However there are plenty of calorie counters that you can find online to help with that.

      Reply

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