Creamy Banana Cacao Smoothie Bowl
CHOCOLATE SMOOTHIE BOWL
BEST FOR
Morning Detox Drink
Breakfast
Lunch
Evening Snack
Dinner
An Occasional Treat
INGREDIENTS
SERVES 1
• 2 frozen bananas
• ¼ cup coconut milk
• 3 dates, seedless
• 1 tablespoon homemade almond or peanut butter
• 1 tablespoon cacao powder
Topping
• any seasonal fruits & nuts
PRE-PREPARATION
• Take the banana, peel, slice, and put in the freezer for about 6 hours.
• Prepare coconut milk.
• Prepare almond or peanut butter.
METHOD
1. Place all the ingredients into a blender and blend until smooth.
2. Pour into bowls and top with fresh seasonal fruits and nuts of your choice.
• Tip Make sure to freeze your bananas for at least 6 hours. If you don’t freeze them, you will not get a good texture.
• Tip CACAO is very different from COCOA. Make sure to use CACAO powder. You can find it on Amazon.
Benefits of this Recipe:
- Nutrient-Rich: Loaded with potassium, fiber, antioxidants, and healthy fats, this smoothie bowl provides essential nutrients to support overall health and well-being.
- Energy Boost: Bananas are a natural source of carbohydrates, providing a quick and sustainable energy boost to fuel your day.
- Digestive Health: Dates are rich in fiber, aiding in digestion and promoting gut health, while almond or peanut butter adds protein and healthy fats to keep you feeling satisfied.
- Mood Enhancement: Cacao powder contains natural compounds that can help improve mood and promote feelings of happiness and well-being.
- Customizable: Top your smoothie bowl with a variety of fresh seasonal fruits and nuts to add extra flavor, texture, and nutrition.
Nutritive Value (per serving):
- Calories: Approximately 350 kcal
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Protein: 6g
- Fat: 15g
- Fiber: 8g
- Potassium: 700mg
- Vitamin C: 15% DV
- Iron: 10% DV
- Calcium: 6% DV
Enjoy this indulgent yet nutritious smoothie bowl as a delicious and satisfying way to start your day or refuel after a workout.