Strawberry Smoothie Bowl with Chia
A bright, thick, and frosty smoothie bowl that tastes like soft-serve gelato. Naturally sweetened with dates and topped with crunchy granola and fresh fruit, it's a cafe-quality breakfast made in minutes.
Ingredients
Smoothie Base
- 1 cup milk Whole milk, vanilla almond, or cashew milk
- 1 rounded cup frozen strawberries Must be frozen for texture
- 1/2 cup fresh blueberries Washed and dried
- 3 whole pitted dates Double check for hidden pits
- 1/2 tsp vanilla paste or extract Only if using whole milk
Toppings
- 1/2 piece fresh kiwi Peeled and sliced
- 2 Tablespoons granola Your favorite brand
- 2-3 whole fresh strawberries Sliced
- 1/2 Tablespoon chia seeds Soaked in water for 10 minutes
Instructions
- Soak chia seeds in a small bowl with a splash of water for 10 minutes until they turn into gel-coated beads.
- Prep the mise en place: peel and slice the kiwi and fresh strawberries.
- Pour the liquid milk into the blender first to help the blades catch the fruit.
- Add frozen strawberries, blueberries, pitted dates, and vanilla (if using) to the blender.
- Secure the lid and blend on low, gradually increasing to high until the mixture is thick and smooth like sorbet.
- Pour into a chilled bowl and decorate with kiwi slices, granola, fresh strawberries, and the soaked chia seeds.
Notes
Always use frozen strawberries for the base; fresh berries will result in a thin drink rather than a spoonable bowl. If the mixture is too thick, add a tiny splash of milk. Use a wide, shallow bowl to ensure toppings stay on the surface!