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Berry Smoothie Bowl

Name: Berry Smoothie Bowl
Prep time: 7 min
Cook time: 3 min
Total time: 10 min
Yield: 2
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 300 g frozen mixed berries; 1 medium (120 g), sliced banana; 180 ml skimmed milk; 10 g honey; 40 g granola; 1 medium (75 g), peeled and sliced kiwi; 40 g frozen mixed berries

This berry smoothie bowl is cold, creamy, and naturally vibrant, with a thick spoonable texture from frozen fruit and banana. Crunchy granola and fresh kiwi add contrast, making it a light yet satisfying low-fat breakfast or snack.

10 min

2 servings

224 kcal

American

Ingredients

Smoothie base

300 gfrozen mixed berries
1 medium (120 g), slicedbanana
180 mlskimmed milk
10 ghoney

Toppings

40 ggranola
1 medium (75 g), peeled and slicedkiwi
40 gfrozen mixed berries

Instructions

1
Prepare the toppings first so the smoothie stays thick: peel and slice the kiwi, and set out the granola and topping berries. If your blender is not very powerful, let the banana slices sit at room temperature for 2 minutes to soften slightly.
2
Add the skimmed milk to the blender first, then the banana, honey, and 300 g frozen mixed berries. Blend until very thick and smooth, stopping to scrape down the sides as needed. If the mixture will not move, add 1-2 tablespoons more milk, but keep it as thick as possible for a spoonable bowl.
3
Divide the smoothie into 2 bowls. Work quickly so it stays cold and thick.
4
Top each bowl with the granola, sliced kiwi, and the reserved frozen berries. Serve immediately for the best texture, with the crunchy topping contrasting the icy fruit base.

Nutrition per serving

224 kcal

Calories

Protein

46g

Carbs

Fat

Fiber

Notes

•For an extra-thick bowl, freeze the banana slices for 30 minutes in advance; this is optional and not included in the time.
•If your granola contains nuts or seeds, the allergen profile may change; check the package.
•To keep this low-fat, use a granola with no added coconut chips or large amounts of oil.
•A wide, shallow bowl makes the toppings distribute more evenly and keeps the presentation attractive.

Background

Smoothie bowls emerged in American health-food cafes in the 2010s, influenced by blended fruit breakfasts and tropical bowl trends. This berry version reflects a practical home-kitchen adaptation using freezer staples, milk, and simple fruit toppings for a quick, nutritious breakfast.

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