Blueberry and Pineapple Smoothie Bowl
Smoothie bowls are the perfect breakfast or snack option with its creamy texture and refreshing taste. This blueberry and pineapple smoothie bowl has vibrant colors and is so delicious. Enjoy every bite packed with nutrients, antioxidants, and natural sweetness.
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Why a smoothie bowl and not just a smoothie? I thought the same exact thing and totally dismissed them when I first heard of them. I now realize smoothie bowls have a much different texture: being creamier and thicker. Hence the bowl and why you need to eat it with a spoon!
Smoothie bowls are also easy to customize with your favorite toppings, making every bowl as unique and exciting as the last. Granola, chia seeds, fresh fruit, dried fruit, shredded coconut are just a few of the many options. Even if you live hundreds of miles away from the ocean, each bite of this recipe is like a tropical retreat.
I was first introduced to a smoothie bowl when on a trip with family. My sister-in-law made a few smoothie bowls and they looked AMAZING. The vibrant colors caught my eye, and the eye of my kids. My kids loved them and they were asking for more each day of the trip. Since we have returned home, I have tried several different flavors and haven’t found one we don’t like yet!
Ingredients
- Coconut Milk: You can easily swap out for your favorite milk (whole milk, oat milk, almond milk).
- Chia seeds: full of fiber, protein, and other nutrients.
- Frozen blueberries: The combination of the blueberries and pineapple is like a tropical paradise.
- Frozen pineapple
How to make a blueberry and pineapple smoothie bowl
- Pour in coconut milk into the blender.
- Pour in frozen blueberries, pineapples and chia seeds.
- Blend until smooth and creamy.
- Pour into a bowl and top with your favorite toppings.
Why you will love this recipe
Flavor and texture: It is packed with fresh flavors. The creamy texture reminds you of a decadent dessert, while still being healthy.
Versatile: You can vary the toppings to your liking.
Healthy: This is a great healthy breakfast or snack option.
Recipe FAQ
I would recommend at least ONE of the fruits is frozen to get that creamy consistency.
Store in the fridge in an airtight container for 24 hours. You can re-blend with a bit of ice if it becomes too watery. If you make a large batch you can freeze some of it. The night before you want to eat it, move it to the fridge to thaw out overnight!
The definition of healthy can vary so greatly from person to person. This recipe is a great source of fiber, antioxidants, and is naturally sweetened with the frozen fruit. it is made with wholesome ingredients.
Reducing the amount of liquid compared to a traditional smoothie as well as using frozen fruit.
Substitutions
Coconut milk: Based on your needs/allergies here are other options – whole milk, oat milk, almond milk.
Frozen blueberries: frozen bananas
Smoothie bowl toppings:
- Chia seeds
- Coconut flakes
- Berries: blueberries, strawberries, raspberries
- Fruit: Bananas, kiwi, peaches, mango, oranges
- Granola
- Pumpkin seeds
- Flax Seeds
Equipment needed
How to store
Store in the fridge for 24 hours in an airtight container. Re-blend with some ice if it is too watery. I also recommend storing it WITHOUT the toppings on.
If you make this in a large batch or have leftovers, I recommend placing it an airtight container in the FREEZER. It becomes too liquidly and runny in the fridge. I will move it to the fridge and let it thaw out overnight to enjoy first thing in the morning.
Tips for Success
Pour your liquid FIRST into the blender. This will help it blend a bit easier.
You may need to stop 2-3 times during blending to give the blender a good shake or open it and scrape down the sides with a spoon. This is because it is much thicker than a typical smoothie and uses less liquid.
Use unsweetened coconut milk as the fruit provides plenty of sweetness.
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Blueberry and Pineapple Smoothie Bowl
Equipment
Ingredients
- ½ cup unsweetened coconut milk + 1/3 additional cup as needed if its too thick and won't blend
- 2 tablespoons chia seeds
- 1 cup frozen pineapple
- 1 cup frozen blueberries
Instructions
- Place coconut milk in the blender
- Add in chia seeds, frozen pineapple, frozen blueberries.
- Blend until smooth and creamy.
- Pour into a bowl and top with your favorite toppings.
The perfect breakfast or snack!