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    Hummusapien Β» Recipes Β» Breakfast Β» Blueberry Cacao Smoothie Bowl

    ★★★★★ from 4 reviews

    Blueberry Cacao Smoothie Bowl

    Published Jul 20, 2015 Β· Modified Feb 15, 2022 Β· by Alexis Joseph Β· 37 Comments

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    I highly considered calling this post "My Daily Breakfast."

    Blueberry Cacao Smoothie Bowl

    Itching to know why? Because I literally eat it every single morning without fail.

    It was recently brought to my attention that [most] girls say "literally" far too often. A wise man explained to me that 97.4% of the time girls say "literally," the meaning of the sentence would not change one bit if "literally" were removed. The above sentence applies. The theory is literally so true.

    Blueberry Cacao Smoothie Bowl

    I digress. For a while, I was having this exact smoothie in a more slurpable version (as in I drank it from a cup with a bit more almond milk rather than a bowl) but there's just something about a super cold and creamy smoothie with crunchies on top that gets me every time.

    I didn't used to be the kind of person that ate the same thing for breakfast every day. I'm sure you can tell from my "What I Ate Wednesday" posts that I like eating food with different flavors and textures at all times. But, BUT...now I wake up each and every morning craving the EXACT.SAME.THING.

    And it's this.

    Blueberry Cacao Smoothie Bowl

    This beautiful bowl of glory that disguises every superfood known to man in its chocolatey greatness. It's not one of those smoothies that you eat because you know it's good for you. That's just an added bonus. It's a textural paradise for your face hole and it tastes like happiness.

    I start work at Alchemy at 6am three to five times a week. If I didn't have this bad boy to look forward to at 7:30am, I don't know if I'd survive. I mean, this smoothie bowl is the reason I get out of bed every morning. It's my alarm clock.

    I highly recommend you pre-make a few smoothie baggies on Sunday night so breakfast is a breeze. Simply place all the ingredients except the optional date and almond milk in a small plastic baggie, repeat, and place the baggies in the freezer. Then in the morning, dump a baggie in the blender with the almond milk and date (or sweetener of choice) and let 'er whirl! I usually make four bags at a time.

    Note that frozen spinach is key to the thick texture here. I get the loose flat leaf kind, not the solid block. If you don't use frozen, you'll want to use less almond milk. It should be thick but still pourable.

    Blueberry Cacao Smoothie Bowl

    As far as superfoods go, I pretty much buy everything in bulk from Amazon. When your breakfast every morning involves hemp seeds, raw cacao, and cacao nibs, it really pays to buy in bulk. For example, I get 2-16oz packages of this organic raw cacao on Amazon for $23.18 as opposed to paying $9.99 for an 8oz package in stores. That's nearly double the price! As far as plant-based protein goes, my favorites are Vega Vanilla Protein + Greens and Skoop Vanilla. Adding plant-based protein powder really helps hold me over till my mid-morning snack attack.

    My topping of choice are always a tablespoon of cacao nibs and a handful of Love Grown Power O's (which are made of beans). I die for the crunch

    For the purpose of pretty blog pictures, I added some goji berries, coconut, and fresh bloobs to this bowl. She looks like a big bowl of America!

    Cheers to the breakfast bowl that you'll never ever EVER get sick of. Ever.

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    Blueberry Cacao Smoothie Bowl Recipe

    ★★★★★ 5 from 4 reviews
    • Author: Alexis Joseph | Hummusapien
    • Prep Time: 10 mins
    • Total Time: 10 mins
    • Yield: 1 1x
    • Category: Smoothie
    • Method: Blender
    • Cuisine: Breakfast
    • Diet: Vegan
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    Description

    A thick, creamy and flavorful smoothie bowl packed with fruits, veggies ,antioxidants and plant-powered protein for a filling and delicious breakfast!


    Ingredients

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    • 1 cup unsweetened vanilla almond milk
    • 1 cup frozen blueberries
    • ½ cup frozen spinach
    • 1 tbsp cacao powder
    • ¼ an avocado
    • 1 tbsp hemp seeds (optional)
    • 1 Medjool date
    • 1 scoop brown rice/pea protein
    • Toppings of choice: cacao nibs, fresh fruit, granola, cereal, coconut, goji berries, etc.

    Instructions

    1. Place all ingredients in a high-speed blender (I used my Nutribullet) and blend until smooth and creamy. It will be thick.
    2. Pour into bowl and top with desired toppings.

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    About Alexis Joseph

    Oh HEY there! I'm Alexis Joseph, food writer, blogger, Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN), new mama, and co-founder of local restaurant group, Alchemy. I use my passion for cooking and wellness as fuel to help others ignite a more freeing and happy relationship with food. Learn more about Alexis!

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    1. Kim says

      January 31, 2021 at 6:45 pm

      This has become my "go-to" smoothie as well! LOVE the flavor, consistency and how easy it is to whip up. 😊

      ★★★★★

      Reply
      • Alexis Joseph says

        February 02, 2021 at 5:05 pm

        I love this one so much!

        Reply
    2. Erin P says

      April 20, 2020 at 6:22 pm

      Love this smoothie!! Tastes like a milkshake

      ★★★★★

      Reply
      • Alexis Joseph says

        April 21, 2020 at 6:34 pm

        Yay!! I must say I agree πŸ˜‰

        Reply
    3. Denise says

      August 26, 2016 at 12:59 am

      I travel a lot, and was wondering if I could blend this and a few of the other smoothie bowls, and leave them frozen for a week, then take out the night before and enjoy for breakfasts? We travel in an RV and only have electric 1x a week..Freezer space is limited..and am trying to make clean foods for about a week at a time. Thanks..

      Reply
      • Alexis says

        August 27, 2016 at 7:41 am

        Hey Denise, unfortunately it won't have the same texture if you freeze and thaw. I've never had luck making them ahead of time but check out my freezer smoothie pack post: https://www.hummusapien.com/freezer-smoothie-packs/

        Reply
    4. Rebecca Lwin says

      July 25, 2015 at 10:03 pm

      Alexis, I definitely eat the same thing every day for weeks… for now it's almond milk chia pudding for me, with all the summer fruits added in. One more week in the US before going back to Manila, then I'll be adding mangoes again… But I LOVE your smoothie bowl, so gorgeous!! When I get tired of the chia pudding, it'll be my next kick… πŸ˜‰ xo

      Reply
    5. Chelsea @ NibbleonNutrition says

      July 25, 2015 at 11:43 am

      I am always so envious of your smoothie bowl creations! This looks delicious!

      Reply
    6. Meg @ Noming thru Life says

      July 22, 2015 at 5:39 pm

      Yum! This is the PERFECT smoothie bowl. I love rocking a smoothie bowl in summer in particular. It's kind of like tricking my brain into thinking I'm having ice cream that's loaded with healthy toppings. Well, at least that's what I let myself think πŸ˜‰

      Reply
    7. Lauren says

      July 22, 2015 at 2:08 am

      I bloody love smoothie bowls. Seriously thick, creamy goodness with crunch heaven - hello! This smoothie looks divine πŸ™‚

      Reply
    8. Sarah @ Making Thyme for Health says

      July 21, 2015 at 4:28 pm

      OMG, I literally want to smash my face into that beautiful bowl of bloobs! I love the idea to add cocoa nibs. Little bits of heaven with every spoonful! If anything could get me out of bed, it would be this!

      Reply
    9. Whitney says

      July 21, 2015 at 4:21 pm

      I have just gotten into the whole smoothie bowl craze. I agree, though. I just love the idea of toppings and crunchiness on my smoothie now that I never wanna go back to just a smoothie. This one looks delicious! πŸ™‚

      ★★★★★

      Reply
    10. Megan - Beets Not Meats says

      July 21, 2015 at 7:33 am

      This looks so yummy and refreshing - especially considering how hot it's been! Definitely will try!

      ★★★★★

      Reply
    11. Sara says

      July 20, 2015 at 10:44 pm

      yesyesyesyesssss- need this in my life STAT.

      Reply
    12. katherine says

      July 20, 2015 at 8:51 pm

      This looks delicious! Alexis, any suggestions for someone who normally eats breakfast at work? Typically I make oatmeal at work and can't figure out who to adapt this. Any thoughts would be appreciated!

      Reply
    13. Lindsey says

      July 20, 2015 at 8:05 pm

      Can you taste the spirulina if you add it and what brand do you buy?

      Reply
    14. Kate says

      July 20, 2015 at 6:27 pm

      I just can't get on the cold breakfast train! I am on the repeat-breakfast train because breakfast routines are hard to break. I love that this smoothie contains cacao- all my favorite smoothies do!

      Reply
    15. Julia says

      July 20, 2015 at 2:46 pm

      Bowl of America, get in my face! I have to admit, I'm pretty jelly of your daily breakfast...I mean all the nutrition, all the color...sheesh, girly, you really know how to start the day off on the right foot!

      Reply
      • Alexis says

        July 20, 2015 at 6:17 pm

        I'm sure your brekkie's are just as (if not more) beauteous than this bowl of glory!!

        Reply
    16. Amanda @ .running with spoons. says

      July 20, 2015 at 1:29 pm

      I'm a member of the same breakfast daily club, but mostly because my brain doesn't function enough in the mornings to think up something new to eat πŸ˜› I'd be ok with this on repeat, though...

      Reply
      • Alexis says

        July 20, 2015 at 6:18 pm

        Hahaha I love your reasoning there! Life is so much better when breakfast is already all thought out for you πŸ™‚ YES PLEASE.

        Reply
    17. Shannon says

      July 20, 2015 at 1:17 pm

      Toppings make smoothies 1000 times better. I need to try adding frozen spinach to my smoothies!

      Reply
      • Alexis says

        July 20, 2015 at 6:19 pm

        Right?! Frozen spinach gives it the BEST texture. A must-try!

        Reply
    18. Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says

      July 20, 2015 at 12:59 pm

      I don't think I could ever crave a smoothie when I wake up! Haha! I need something carby/bready!

      Reply
      • Alexis says

        July 20, 2015 at 6:19 pm

        Sometimes I have a rice cake or toast on the side πŸ™‚ I used to crave carbs but I seriously only crave smoothies these days!

        Reply
    19. dixya | food, pleasure, and health says

      July 20, 2015 at 4:18 pm

      since i drink smoothies almost every morning too, i need to start making smoothie bags. i cant do the whole bowl thing with bowl, i am more of a chug on the go kind of person πŸ™‚

      Reply
      • Alexis says

        July 20, 2015 at 6:16 pm

        It will seriously save you SO much time! I feel you on the chugging...life is so much easier that way πŸ™‚

        Reply
    20. Hannah @ CleanEatingVeggieGirl says

      July 20, 2015 at 12:16 pm

      I love how blue this is! It's so pretty πŸ™‚ I am excited to get smoothie back into my life post-Whole 30!

      Reply
      • Alexis says

        July 20, 2015 at 6:19 pm

        I'm calling it...first breakfast of your post-whole30 life. YES.

        Reply
    21. Rachel @ athletic avocado says

      July 20, 2015 at 11:24 am

      this looks so refreshing and perfect for a hot and humid day! smoothie bowls are always my go-to lunch, they are so addicting!

      Reply
      • Alexis says

        July 20, 2015 at 6:20 pm

        Legit, I could eat this for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. It makes the humidity bearable! Barely...

        Reply
    22. Gluten Free Diva says

      July 20, 2015 at 9:10 am

      This is right up my alley! I love how versatile it is. Thx for sharing. Great pic too!

      Reply
      • Alexis says

        July 20, 2015 at 6:21 pm

        You're so welcome, divalicious friend! Enjoy πŸ™‚

        Reply
    23. Maryea {happy healthy mama} says

      July 20, 2015 at 8:18 am

      I have been loving smoothie bowls lately. It's all about the added texture the toppings bring. I waited much too long to try smoothie bowls, that's for sure. This one looks fabulous!!

      Reply
      • Alexis says

        July 20, 2015 at 6:21 pm

        Thanks, lady! I think it would be love at first bite for you πŸ˜‰

        Reply
    24. Arman @ thebigmansworld says

      July 20, 2015 at 8:08 am

      I bet there's something better to look forward to over this.

      No, not me. The cupcakes made of tears and baking soda.

      Reply
      • Alexis says

        July 20, 2015 at 6:21 pm

        The cupcakes were too salty. We're eating this instead. Except sub splenda steak for cacao nibs.

        Reply

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