Winter Berry Smoothie Bowl (Printable)

A nutrient-packed winter berry bowl with creamy banana and crunchy chia, hemp seed toppings.

# What You Need:

01 - 1½ cups frozen mixed winter berries (blueberries, blackberries, raspberries, cranberries)

02 - 1 ripe banana, sliced

03 - ½ cup unsweetened almond milk

04 - 2 tablespoons plain unsweetened plant-based yogurt

05 - 1 tablespoon pure maple syrup (optional)

06 - 2 tablespoons chia seeds

07 - 2 tablespoons hemp seeds

08 - ½ cup fresh berries (optional)

09 - 2 tablespoons gluten-free granola

10 - 1 tablespoon shredded coconut (optional)

11 - 1 tablespoon pumpkin seeds (optional)

01 - Combine frozen berries, banana, almond milk, plant-based yogurt, and maple syrup in a high-speed blender. Blend until smooth and thick.

02 - Pour the smoothie evenly into two serving bowls, using a spatula to assist if needed.

03 - Top each bowl with chia seeds, hemp seeds, fresh berries, granola, shredded coconut, and pumpkin seeds as desired.

04 - Serve immediately while chilled.

01 -

It comes together in 10 minutes, which means you can have something restaurant-worthy before your coffee cools down.
The chia and hemp seeds give it a satisfying crunch that makes breakfast feel intentional, not just functional.
Everything is customizable, so it works whether you're vegan, avoiding gluten, or just want more of what you love.

02 -

Don't add the seeds and granola until the very last second, or they'll absorb liquid and turn to mush before you've even taken a bite.
The magic ratio is thick smoothie base to restrained topping—more people go too light on the base and end up with a disappointing spoonful of toppings.

03 -

Let your banana sit at room temperature the night before instead of using a cold one from the fridge, it blends faster and tastes sweeter.
Toast your hemp seeds in a dry pan for 2 minutes before sprinkling them on—they develop this nutty depth that changes the whole experience.