Winter Berry Smoothie Bowl (Printable Version)

A vibrant blend of winter berries and creamy smoothie base topped with crunchy granola and seeds.

# What You'll Need:

→ Smoothie Base

01 - 1 cup frozen mixed winter berries (blueberries, blackberries, cranberries)
02 - 1 medium ripe banana
03 - 1/2 cup Greek yogurt or plant-based yogurt
04 - 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk or milk of choice
05 - 1 tablespoon chia seeds
06 - 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup (optional)

→ Toppings

07 - 1/2 cup granola (gluten-free if needed)
08 - 1/4 cup fresh berries (optional)
09 - 2 tablespoons shredded coconut
10 - 2 tablespoons pumpkin seeds or sunflower seeds
11 - 1 tablespoon sliced almonds
12 - 1 tablespoon cacao nibs (optional)

# Step-by-Step:

01 - Combine frozen berries, banana, yogurt, almond milk, chia seeds, and honey or maple syrup in a blender. Blend until smooth and thick.
02 - Pour the blended mixture evenly into two serving bowls.
03 - Sprinkle granola, fresh berries, shredded coconut, seeds, sliced almonds, and cacao nibs evenly over each bowl as desired.
04 - Serve immediately with a spoon to enjoy the fresh flavors and textures.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It's thick and spoonable, not another thin smoothie you slurp through a straw.
  • Ready in 10 minutes, which means even rushed mornings feel manageable.
  • The contrast between creamy base and crunchy toppings makes each bite interesting.
  • Frozen berries mean you're eating well even when fresh ones have vanished from the market.
02 -
  • If your blender is too powerful, you'll end up with something more sorbet than bowl—blend in pulses and stop early rather than over-processing.
  • Frozen berries make a thicker base than fresh ones; if you only have fresh, add an extra handful of frozen fruit or briefly chill the mixture in the freezer after blending.
  • Granola goes on last for a reason; add it too early and it becomes a soggy memory of crunch within two minutes.
03 -
  • Pre-freeze your bowls for 5 minutes before pouring if you want the smoothie to stay thick longer; it makes a surprisingly noticeable difference.
  • Add toppings right before eating, not before, or you'll watch your carefully arranged crunch slowly surrender to the cold, creamy base.

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