Can I make this strawberry smoothie bowl in a regular blender?

It comes out best in a high speed blender, to break up the fruit more easily. If using a regular kitchen blender, let the frozen strawberries, cauliflower and banana soften for 3 minutes, use a sharp knife to chop them into small pieces before blending.

Can I make the smoothie bowl without bananas?

Yes absolutely, just leave it out. The smoothie will be a little less sweet but delicious. You could also add 2 tablespoons maple syrup or 2 medjool dates (softened), add before blending.

Can I use fresh strawberries instead of frozen?

Frozen strawberries are best. The organic ones are always available. Fresh strawberries can be used but the consistency will be thinner. You can add a few ice cubes to make it thicker or drink it like a regular smoothie.

Can I use water instead of nut milk?

Water will work fine, the smoothie bowl will be a little less creamy.

Barbie's Strawberry Smoothie Bowl

Name: Barbie's Strawberry Smoothie Bowl
Prep time: 5 min
Total time: 5 min
Cuisine: Paleo
Ingredients: 3/4 cup nut milk or milk of choice (I make fresh cashew milk, recipe below); 1 cup frozen organic strawberries; 1 cup frozen cauliflower florets (blanched or raw see directions above); 1/4 frozen banana or 2 Tablespoons maple syrup; 1/4 avocado; 2 scoops collagen or hemp protein; 1 teaspoon organic vanilla extract; 2 Tablespoons chia seeds; Fresh berries or fruits: strawberries, raspberries, kiwi, banana; Shredded coconut; Seeds: hemp seeds, pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds, sesame seeds; Nuts: walnuts, almonds, cashews, pecans; Freeze dried fruit: Strawberries, raspberries, mango; Seed or nut butter: almond butter, cashew butter, peanut butter are all good; Cacao nibs add a nice crunch and lots of nutrients; Chocolate chips – for fun!

Description

This strawberry smoothie bowl will empower you with lots of nutrients and protein. The frozen strawberries, cauliflower, avocado will keep you going all morning long.

Ingredients

Scale

3/4 cup nut milk or milk of choice (I make fresh cashew milk, recipe below)
1 cup frozen organic strawberries
1 cup frozen cauliflower florets (blanched or raw see directions above)
1/4 frozen banana or 2 Tablespoons maple syrup
1/4 avocado
2 scoops collagen or hemp protein
1 teaspoon organic vanilla extract
2 Tablespoons chia seeds

Optional Toppings

Fresh berries or fruits: strawberries, raspberries, kiwi, banana
Shredded coconut
Seeds: hemp seeds, pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds, sesame seeds
Nuts: walnuts, almonds, cashews, pecans
Freeze dried fruit: Strawberries, raspberries, mango
Seed or nut butter: almond butter, cashew butter, peanut butter are all good
Cacao nibs add a nice crunch and lots of nutrients
Chocolate chips – for fun!

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Instructions

In a high speed blender, start with your nut milk*, then add the frozen strawberries, frozen cauliflower, frozen banana, avocado, collagen, vanilla, and chia. If your nut milk is cold,* let everything sit for 2-3 minutes to let the fruit soften slightly.
Start the blender on low and blend until the fruit is chopped up into small bits.
Scrape down the sides. Turn up to high and blend until smooth. Scrape down the sides as needed. Don’t over blend, you want it to be nice and thick with a soft serve consistency.

Equipment

Blender

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Notes

I love using cashews, it makes instant nut milk, no straining required. To make cashew milk blend 2 tablespoons cashews with 3/4 cup water for 3 minutes until smooth. For easier digestion soak cashews in boiling water for 15 minutes or overnight in the refrigerator.

Your cashew milk will be warm, that’s okay. No need to wait 2-3 minutes for the frozen fruit to warm up. Blend immediately.

Nutrition information is with homemade cashew milk and collagen.

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Category: Dessert, Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine: Paleo, Vegan, Grain Free, Gluten Free, Dairy Free