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Strawberry Smoothie Bowl with Greek Yogurt and Granola
Blend frozen strawberries, banana and Greek yogurt into a thick strawberry smoothie bowl recipe topped with fresh fruit and crunchy granola.
A strawberry smoothie bowl is a thick, spoonable blend of frozen strawberries, ripe banana, and creamy yogurt (often dairy or plant-based) loosened with a small amount of milk or juice, then finished with a touch of natural sweetener such as honey or maple syrup. Unlike a traditional drinkable smoothie, the mixture is processed to a soft-serve consistency and served in a bowl, allowing room for an array of toppings—commonly fresh berries, sliced fruit, granola, seeds, nuts, or shredded coconut—that add contrasting texture and additional nutrients. Thanks to its vibrant flavor profile, high vitamin C content, and balanced combination of protein, complex carbohydrates, and healthy fats, this recipe is frequently enjoyed as a quick yet satisfying breakfast, a refreshing brunch option, or a post-workout snack, particularly in warmer months when cold, fruit-forward dishes are most appealing.
Strawberry Smoothie Bowl with Greek Yogurt and Granola
Keep a stash of pre-portioned fruit packs in your freezer and this bowl comes together in under five minutes—no morning prep, no mess. The formula is endlessly adaptable, letting you swap in protein powder, collagen, or a dash of matcha when you want an extra functional boost without compromising the bright strawberry flavor.
Prep Time
10 minutes
10 minutes
Cook Time
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Total Time
10 minutes
10 minutes
Ingredients
Frozen strawberries – 1 ½ cups
- Ripe banana – 1 medium
- Plain Greek yogurt – ¾ cup
- Milk or unsweetened almond milk – ¼ cup
- Honey (or maple syrup) – 1 Tbsp
- Granola – ½ cup
- Fresh strawberry slices – ¼ cup
- Sliced banana – ½ banana
- Chia seeds – 1 tsp
- Shredded unsweetened coconut – 1 Tbsp
- Optional / suggested additions:
- Almond butter – 1 Tbsp
- Cacao nibs – 1 tsp
- Crushed mixed nuts – 2 Tbsp
- Hemp seeds – 1 tsp
- Fresh mint leaves – 2–3 small leaves
Method
Wash the strawberries
- Pat the strawberries dry
- Hull the strawberries
- Set aside a few strawberries for topping
- Slice the reserved strawberries
- Place the remaining strawberries into a blender
- Peel the banana
- Break the peeled banana into chunks
- Add the banana chunks to the blender
- Scoop Greek yogurt into the blender
- Pour almond milk into the blender
- Add a small squeeze of honey to the blender
- Blend the mixture until completely smooth
- Stop the blender
- Scrape down the sides as needed
- Check the thickness of the smoothie
- Add a splash more almond milk if a thinner texture is preferred
- Blend briefly to incorporate any added liquid
- Pour the smoothie into a serving bowl
- Arrange the sliced strawberries on top of the smoothie
- Sprinkle granola evenly over the surface
- Drizzle extra honey if desired
- Serve the smoothie bowl immediately
Nutrition (whole recipe)
Calories
726 kcal Protein
26 g Fat
20 g Carbs
125 g Fiber
16 g Sugar
69 g
726 kcal Protein
26 g Fat
20 g Carbs
125 g Fiber
16 g Sugar
69 g
Notes
Start the blender on low and use the tamper to keep frozen chunks moving, then switch to high only until smooth—over-blending will melt the mixture and thin the bowl. For extra creaminess without extra sugar, add ¼ cup frozen cauliflower rice; it disappears into the strawberries while boosting fiber. A quick sprinkle of flaky sea salt at the end brightens the fruit and makes every topping pop.
why this recipe
This strawberry smoothie bowl recipe is the kind of vibrant, feel-good dish that satisfies every craving at once: it tastes like dessert yet fuels your body like a balanced breakfast. Fresh strawberries lend natural sweetness and a gorgeous rosy hue, while a creamy blend of yogurt and banana delivers protein and staying power without heaviness. Topped with crunchy granola, seeds, or an extra scatter of berries, each spoonful offers a pleasing contrast of textures that keeps you coming back for more. Quick to assemble but impressive to serve, it proves that wholesome eating can be both effortless and irresistibly delicious.
FAQs
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I make this strawberry smoothie bowl dairy-free or vegan, and what substitutions should I use?
Absolutely. Simply swap the Greek yogurt for a thick plant-based yogurt (e.g., coconut, almond, or soy) and use any non-dairy milk such as almond, oat, or soy; replace the honey with maple syrup or agave to keep it fully vegan. All other listed ingredients and toppings are already dairy-free, so no further changes are needed.
How can I keep my smoothie bowl thick and spoonable instead of it turning into a runny drink?
Begin with fully frozen fruit and just a splash of milk—only enough to get the blades moving—then blend on low, tamping as you go, and stop as soon as the mixture is uniformly creamy. Over-blending generates heat that melts the fruit, so work quickly and serve immediately. If you still need extra body, blend in a spoonful of Greek yogurt, chia seeds, or frozen cauliflower rice.
Can I prepare this smoothie bowl in advance and store it for later?
For the creamiest, spoonable texture, blend and enjoy the bowl immediately; once it sits, the frozen fruit melts and the mixture separates into a thin, slushy drink. Instead, prep ahead by portioning the frozen fruit and dry toppings in separate containers or freezer bags—then you can dump, blend, and garnish in under a minute when you’re ready to eat.