Don’t have frozen fruit? No problem, you can still make a smoothie without frozen fruit!
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Whip up this fresh smoothie bowl without frozen fruit! It’s just as delicious and easy to make. Try this delicious recipe today!
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 1 1x
Ingredients
- 2 small ripe bananas
- 1 small avocado
- 1 tablespoon cacao powder
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1/2 cup heavy coconut milk from a can
Instructions
- To a high-speed blender or a food processor, add all the ingredients.
- Blend for at least 4-5 minutes. If needed, add a touch more milk to help the blending.
- If using a food processor, make sure you stop a few times to scrape off the sides for an even blend.
- Dollop the smoothie onto a bowl and add your favorite toppings!
- Now dig in and enjoy!
Notes
*For smoothie bowl benefits, recipe notes, and more, scroll down!
- Prep Time: 2 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 minutes
- Category: Smoothie
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 smoothie bowl
- Calories: 513
- Sugar: 35.3g
- Fat: 30.2g
- Carbohydrates: 64.2g
- Fiber: 14.2g
- Protein: 7.3g
Why You Will Love This Smoothie Bowl Without Frozen Fruit
Whilst, of course, a smoothie bowl without frozen fruit may seem really strange, but I think you will enjoy this recipe as much as I, because:
- Creamy Texture: The use of creamy ripe bananas and avocado provides a naturally creamy texture that is both satisfying and decadent, perfect for a smoothie bowl base.
- Rich & Sweet Flavor: The combination of cacao powder and honey creates a rich, chocolatey flavor that is naturally sweetened, making it feel like a treat while still being healthy.
- Highly Nutritious: This smoothie bowl is packed with nutrients. It includes healthy fats from avocado and coconut milk, potassium from bananas, antioxidants from cacao, and a variety of vitamins and minerals that support overall health.
- Energy Boosting: The healthy fats and carbohydrates provide a sustained energy release, making this smoothie bowl a great option for a filling breakfast or a rejuvenating midday snack.
- Customizable: This base is versatile and pairs well with a variety of toppings. Add nuts, seeds, fresh fruit, granola, or coconut flakes to add texture and additional nutrients.
- Quick and Easy: With no need to chop or thaw frozen fruit, this smoothie bowl is incredibly quick to prepare. Simply blend the ingredients and it’s ready to eat.
- Diet-Friendly: Suitable for vegetarians and can easily be adapted for vegans by choosing honey alternatives as a sweetener. It’s naturally gluten-free and lactose-free.
If you enjoy this smoothie without frozen fruit, I recommend that you try my smoothie without fruit and my low sugar chocolate avocado smoothie!
Smoothie Bowl Variations
I personally love this smoothie bowl exactly as it is, but if you need to make some changes or want to, here are some of my suggestions:
- Protein Boost: If you are not vegan, swap the coconut milk for thick Greek yogurt. Alternatively, add a scoop of protein powder.
- Superfoods: Throw some chia seeds, nut butter, or other superfoods you like or have.
- No Honey: Swap the honey for maple or agave syrup.
- No Chocolate: Swap the cocoa powder and use peanut butter powder instead, or a scoop of flavored protein powder.
- No Avocado: Swap the avocado for either canned pumpkin, or cooked sweet potato, or use more banana.
Top Tips For Making a Smoothie Bowl Without Frozen Fruit
- Chill All Ingredients: Chilling your ingredients before blending is a crucial step. That’s because you still want a cooling taste. On top of that, I recommend that you also chill your serving bowl.
- Blend Thoroughly for Smoothness: Even without frozen fruit, you can achieve a creamy texture by blending your ingredients thoroughly. Let your blender run a little longer to ensure all components are smoothly blended.
- Use Ripe Soft Bananas: This ensures your smoothie bowl comes out creamy and sweet.
- Add Liquids Slowly: To control the thickness of your smoothie, start with a smaller amount of liquid and gradually increase until you reach the desired consistency. This technique prevents the smoothie from becoming too watery without frozen fruit.