A popular breakfast and snack option smoothie bowls can be made as simple or indulgent as you like! But the best part about them is that you can customize each and every creation. Use these toppings for smoothie bowls to provide texture, flavor, and a gorgeous punch.
Smoothie bowls are typically made by blending frozen fruits along with liquid, protein, and healthy fats. Sometimes, veggies are added too.
Learn how to build a healthy smoothie (step by step!) and the secret to making smoothies THICK.
And though the base itself is delicious, it’s the toppings that everyone looks forward to!
The key to creating a satisfying smoothie bowl is selecting the right combination of toppings for texture, flavor, and nutrition (learn about adding protein to smoothies!).
As a Certified Nutrition Coach, I’m a smoothie bowl lover. And my favorite part is tweaking my bowl to make it super fresh and indulgent depending on my mood.
Grab 2-3 of the toppings below for your next smoothie bowl and enjoy!
How Do You Thicken A Smoothie For A Smoothie Bowl
Before you use any smoothie bowl toppings, you need a thick smoothie bowl. The best way to do this is to minimize the liquid added and make sure to use frozen fruit.
The frozen fruit that makes the smoothie bowl the creamiest are bananas and mangos.
Fresh Berries
Fresh berries add a pop of color to your smoothie bowl and some freshness.
They’re a light, low-calorie option that works for any bowl. Raspberries and sliced strawberries are our favorite but any berry works!
Toasted Nuts
Toasting the nuts, especially pecans gives them such a more potent flavor! Trust me, you won’t regret it.
Plus, you’re adding in a bunch of healthy fats also. This is probably one of my favorite smoothie bowl toppings.
Homemade Granola
We always have homemade granola on hand (because I’m obsessed) so this is a common one. A few of our favorites are:
Drizzled Nut Butter
Peanut butter, almond butter, almond-hazelnut butter… it all works! Drizzling nut butter on top fo the smoothie bowl makes it seem so indulgent!
But step outside of the norm of just using almond butter or peanut butter. There are a lot of combo flavors out there that really step up smoothie bowl toppings!
Coconut Slices
Though shredded coconut is great, I especially love using the big, thick, chunks of coconut as a topping for my smoothie bowl.
If using shredded coconut, opt for the unsweetened kind. Mainly to keep the sugar of your smoothie bowls in check.
Dairy-free Caramel Sauce
Want something extra indulgent? We keep this dairy-free caramel sauce on hand for overnight oats and yogurt parfaits. And it makes the perfect smoothie bowl topping!
Lemon Zest
Lemon zest of great for a breakfast smoothie bowl because it’s so uplifting! Use as much or as little as you like for maximum flavor.
Pumpkin Seeds
Pumpkin seeds are a great addition to bump up your zinc intake and they add a bit of extra crunch. I use hulled and unsalted ones but roasted ones are good too!
Dried Fruit
This is an easy way to mix and match your favorites. Step out of the raisin comfort zone and go for dried blueberries or cherries!
Dairy-Free Chocolate Ganache
Sometimes, we just need a bit of extra chocolate in our lives. This dairy-free chocolate ganache is thankfully made with coconut milk to give you a boost of healthy fats too!
Chopped Nuts
Great for days when you’re busy as this one takes no time. Our favorite choice is pistachios or cashews but almonds, walnuts, and pecans are great too.
Fresh Tropical Fruit
Don’t overlook the deliciousness of fresh mango or coconut in your smoothie bowl! If you can’t run away for a beach vacation, it’s the next best thing!
Frozen Grapes
This one does take some planning but slices frozen grapes in a smoothie bowl on a hot summer day is amazing.
Crumbled Cookies
Have some extra protein cookies hanging around? Or did you just whip up some chocolate chip crumble cookies? They make a great smoothie bowl topping! Use them in your chocolate smoothie bowl for a tasty treat!
Chocolate Chips
A classic and a staple. We like the mini chocolate chips because then you have some ready with each bite!
Sunflower Seeds
A smoothie bowl topping that’s not used as much as it could be. A great way to add some extra crunch.
Protein Brownie Chunks
Whip up some fudgy protein brownies and crumble up that goodness in your smoothie bowls. Then, curl up and enjoy the chocolate fix.
Hemp Hearts
These little seeds are a potent boost of nutrition and a great addition to any smoothie bowl! Hemp seeds are a great boost of omega three fatty acids and add a bit of texture.
Fast, crave-worthy snacks that hit your protein goals (without tracking or extra cooking time).
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