Strawberry Smoothie Bowl
Get the recipe for a Strawberry Smoothie Bowl that is bursting with tangy, fruity yet sweet flavors. This super thick and creamy smoothie bowl only uses 4 ingredients and no bananas!
If you are someone looking for a super thick and creamy smoothie bowl but really like to avoid bananas this strawberry smoothie bowl is for you! There is no added sugar, made with simple ingredients and can be a healthy snack, healthy dessert or even a breakfast if you add the protein powder.
This bowl comes together easily and you can top it with your favorite toppings or add protein powder for a more complete meal.
Health benefits of strawberries
Strawberries are loaded with health benefits. Here are a few of the top benefits you will get from adding more strawberries to your diet.
- High in Vitamin C, manganese, folate, potassium
- Loaded with antioxidants such as pelargonidin, ellagic acid, ellagitannins, and procyanidins
- High in water making them lower in carbs
- High in fiber (26% of the carb content in the strawberries is fiber)
What you need to make this strawberry smoothie bowl
- Frozen strawberries – So that you get a super thick and creamy bowl you need frozen strawberries for this recipe. But there is a trick to making this bowl go super smooth. Let your whole frozen strawberries thaw on the counter at room temperature for 15 minutes. This will still give you a sorbet-like texture but much less work for you.
- Honey– Honey or pure maple syrup can be used to sweeten this bowl. If you are using a flavored protein powder as an add-in you will only need 1 tablespoon of honey. However frozen strawberries can be quite tart, so if you are not using protein powder I recommend starting with 2 tablespoons of honey. You can always taste test and add more after blending.
- Lemon juice– Lemon juice always makes the flavors pop when you add them to fruit. Fresh is best or I would just skip it.
- Almond milk– We make our smoothies non-dairy but you can use any milk product you prefer to make this smoothie bowl recipe.
- Optional: Vanilla protein powder: Boost your bowl with protein using your favorite protein powder.
variations to boost the nutrition
- Add protein powder- Vanilla protein powder tastes amazing in this smoothie bowl.
- Add a fat source- We love using coconut oil in smoothies because it is creamy and a little tropical when you use unrefined coconut oil.
- Add collagen for a nonflavored protein boost that is great for your skin nails and hair.
How to make this strawberry smoothie bowl without banana
- Add all of your ingredients to the blender in the order listed. It is important to layer the ingredients with the heaviest being on top for optimal blending. Start your blender on low and ramp up to high.
2. Use the tamper to push the ingredients toward the blades. Scrape down the sides of the blender if needed. If you don’t have a tamper, just stop the blender and use a rubber spatula to push the ingredients down.
3. Blend until smooth and creamy. Serve with your favorite toppings.
faqs
Are smoothie bowls actually healthy?
Fruit is always a great way to boost your intake of vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, and fiber. This particular smoothie bowl can be very low in sugar if you use minimal added sweetener if you need to watch your carbohydrate intake. Smoothie bowls are also perfect for picky eaters who don’t like eating whole fruit.
This dairy-free smoothie bowl fits into a lot of dietary specifications including paleo, vegan with the right substitutions and could be Whole30 if you left out the sweetener.
How do you thicken a smoothie bowl?
You don’t actually thicken a smoothie bowl. You make it thick with the ingredients you use! Frozen fruit is a must, second to using very minimal liquid, and remember a little liquid goes a long way. For a full guide full of tips and tricks check out 7 Key Tips to a Thick Smoothie Bowl.
Tips for success
- For learning how to make a thick smoothie bowl everytime check check out this post!
- Thaw your strawberries for 15 minutes at room temperature. If you don’t have the time to do that you can microwave them on high in 15-second intervals, two times.
- Be sure to use frozen strawberries
- Don’t forget to taste test
More strawberry and smoothie bowl recipes
Strawberry Smoothie Bowl Recipe
Strawberry Smoothie Bowl Recipe
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup almond milk or milk of choice
- 1-3 tablespoons honey see notes or maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 scoop vanilla protein powder optional
- 4 cups frozen whole strawberries
Instructions
- Thaw your frozen strawberries in a large bowl for 15 minutes on the counter at room temperature. If you are in a hurry you can microwave them for 15 second increments, two times.
- Add all of your ingredients to the blender in the order listed. Start the blender on low and ramp up to high. Blend until smooth and creamy. Use the tamper as needed to keep the blender moving isntead of adding more liquid. If you do not have a tamper stop the blender and use a rubber spatula to push the ingredients down towards the blender.
- Serve immediately or freeze- You can serve this right away with your favorite toppings. We loved fresh dragon fruit and freeze-dried strawberries for crunch. You can also freeze this in two shallow freezer-safe containers. When ready to eat thaw with the lid off on the counter for 20 minutes.
