Strawberry Banana Smoothie Bowl

This Strawberry Banana Smoothie Bowl will remind you of creamy strawberry ice cream. It is THICK, delicious, and easy to make with only 5 ingredients needed. It can even be made vegan and paleo diet friendly. Top with fresh fruit and chia seeds for a filling treat any time of the day.

This strawberry banana smoothie bowl is just one of those recipes that when people see it, they instantly want it. The pink color, creamy and thick texture have you craving this healthy smoothie bowl because it is so much like ice cream, but of course healthier!

We also have plenty more strawberry banana smoothie recipes! So if you buy the ingredients you can use them all up. You could try this strawberry banana mango smoothie or even this fancy strawberry matcha smoothie.

why this recipe works

Here are just a few reasons why this recipe is the best!

• Tastes like ice cream– Yes, it really does taste like ice cream. The texture and the vanilla flavor added will really give you those strawberry ice cream vibes.
• Only 5 ingredients– This strawberry smoothie bowl only calls for 5 easy-to-find ingredients. They will be available at your favorite grocery store.
• Made with coconut cream– Coconut cream is thick and full of good-for-you fats helping you actually stay full from eating it. It is part of the reason this is super creamy.
• Totally adaptable– While we love it with the ingredients listed, you can make it for your needs or what you have on hand. Check out our substitutions if you are out of an ingredient!
• No yogurt– You will not need yogurt to make this creamy smoothie bowl.
• Freezes great for making ahead– You will be amazed at how well this smoothie bowl freezes! Check out the FAQ to find out all the details.

ingredients and substitutions

• Frozen strawberries– Frozen strawberries are awesome for smoothie bowls. Not only can you be sure to have flavorful strawberries any time of the year, but the frozen ones also help make this bowl super thick. We used frozen organic whole strawberries for this recipe. Here is how we love to freeze bananas for smoothies.

• Frozen banana– We love to prep our bananas ahead of time by slicing and freezing them. It makes things so easy for blending. But if you don’t have time for that you can peel a banana place it in a freezer-proof bag or container and freeze it. We like to break it up or slice it before adding it to the blender. 2 cups of sliced frozen banana is about the equivalent of 2 med/large bananas. You MUST use frozen ripe bananas for optimal flavor and creaminess.

• Coconut Cream– For this recipe, you will shake your coconut cream can or blend it after opening it. You will have a pourable coconut cream when you do this versus scooping the separate coconut cream from the liquid in the can. If you don’t have coconut cream you can substitute full-fat coconut milk in a can or yogurt.
• Honey– The touch of honey adds just the right amount of sweetness to this bowl. You can substitute it with pure maple syrup for a vegan option or even date syrup. You can also leave it out and the bowl will still be delicious.
• Vanilla– Pure vanilla extract gives this smoothie recipe all the ice cream vibes. A touch of warmth and an amazing smell for a boost of flavor.

toppings and variations

If you want to take this strawberry banana smoothie bowl to the next level or make more of a complete meal we recommend one or more of the following:

• 1 scoop of vanilla protein powder
• 1 scoop of unflavored collagen
• 1 teaspoon of coconut oil for more making it more filling and good for you fats
• 1 tablespoon of almond butter

Topping ideas include:

• fresh sliced strawberries
• freshly sliced banana
• chia seeds
• coconut flakes
• peanut butter or almond butter

how to make a strawberry banana smoothie bowl

tips for making this strawberry banana bowl

• Stick with frozen fruit– This is not a recipe where subbing in fresh fruit will work.
• Patience and the tamper are your best friend– An amazing smoothie bowl takes a few minutes to make. Don’t expect to hit blend and it not take work. You will need to use the tamper or stop the blender. We find that even with the tamper to get that final beautiful Vitamix swirl you need to stop, open the lid, give it a stir, and then do one final blend.
• Add more liquid slowly- While we don’t recommend adding more liquid if you need to, add it 1 tablespoon at a time. If you add too much, you will not have the thick smoothie bowl pictured.

faqs

Is a strawberry and banana smoothie good for you?

This smoothie is great for helping you get more fruit in your diet. Fruits are full of antioxidants, vitamins, and fiber.

How many calories are in a strawberry smoothie bowl?

This smoothie as calculated has 394 calories per serving. This recipe makes two servings. This should be used as an estimate.

Can you put whole frozen strawberries inside a blender for smoothies?

If you have a high-powered blender using whole frozen strawberries isn’t a problem. If you do not have a high-powered blender here are a few tips to make blending easier:
– Let the strawberries sit at room temperature for 5 minutes before blending
– Use a food processor
– Be sure to use your tamper or stop the blender.

Can I make this smoothie bowl ahead of time?

This smoothie bowl freezes beautifully. Make the smoothie bowl as written and then divide it into shallow freezer-safe dishes. I used a 3-inch deep dish. Place it in the freezer and when you are ready to eat it, remove it from the freezer, take off the lid and let it sit on the counter for 20 minutes before serving.

more strawberry recipes to try

• Strawberry Mango Banana Smoothie
• Blackberry Strawberry Banana Smoothie