This colorful smoothie bowl is made with frozen dragon fruit, mixed berries and banana for a thick, spoonable breakfast that’s ready in minutes. Add fresh fruit, seeds and your favorite toppings to make it your own.
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About this smoothie bowl recipe
A smoothie bowl takes everything you love about a smoothie and gives you even more room to play with flavors and textures. The base is blended thick and creamy, then finished with fresh fruit, crunchy seeds, granola or whatever toppings sound good that morning.
This version gets its vibrant color from dragon fruit and mixed berries, with frozen banana adding sweetness and helping create a creamy texture. Using frozen fruit is key to getting a base that’s thick enough to eat with a spoon.
Note from the author
2026 update: This recipe has come a long way since I first published it back in 2016! The original was a green smoothie bowl, but I’ve since graduated to brighter, bolder flavors — and these photos finally do it justice. That said, the method works with any smoothie base you love, so don’t be afraid to use your favorite flavors. I’ve also added lots of topping ideas and decorating tips to help you make it your own.
Why you’ll love this recipe
- Breakfast comes together quickly. With just 5 to 10 minutes of prep, this smoothie bowl is an easy option for busy mornings.
- The toppings are easy to customize. Stick with the fresh fruit and pumpkin seeds in the recipe, or switch things up with granola, shredded coconut, chia seeds or different berries.
- Frozen fruit creates a thick, creamy base. There’s no need to add yogurt or other thickeners to get a spoonable consistency.
- It’s ideal for a beautiful brunch spread. Set out the toppings and let everyone finish their own bowl just the way they like it.
Ingredients & essentials
Frozen dragon fruit gives this smoothie bowl its beautiful color and tropical flavor. Frozen mixed red fruits, such as berries, raspberries or cherries, add more fruit flavor, while a frozen banana adds sweetness and helps thicken the base.
You’ll also need milk to help everything blend. Soy milk works well, but you can use your favorite dairy or non-dairy milk instead. Orange juice is another option if you’d like a fruitier base.
For the toppings, this recipe uses strawberries, kiwi, banana, blackberries, blueberries and pumpkin seeds. You can follow that combination or use it as a starting point for your own smoothie bowl.
A high-powered blender makes it easier to blend frozen fruit into a thick, smooth consistency. You’ll also need a knife and cutting board to prepare the fresh fruit.
Instructions
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- In a blender, combine the frozen dragon fruit cubes, frozen mixed red fruits, frozen banana and milk.
- Blend until smooth and well combined.
Adjust the consistency. If the base is too thick, add a splash more milk. If it’s too thin, add a few ice cubes or a handful of frozen fruit and blend again.
- Wash and prep the toppings. Peel and slice the kiwi and banana. Remove the stems from the strawberries and slice.
- Pour the base into a bowl. Arrange the toppings on top in a striped fashion, working outside in. Serve immediately.
Tips & tricks
- Add the liquid gradually if your blender needs a little help. You can always add more, but too much at once can make the smoothie bowl thin.
- If the mixture gets too thin, blend in a few ice cubes or another handful of frozen fruit until it thickens back up.
- Experiment with different frozen fruits to change the flavor of your smoothie bowl. Berries, mango, pineapple and banana are all good options, and you can combine two or more fruits to create different flavors.
- Prep your toppings before blending the smoothie so you can add them right away and serve the bowl while it’s still cold and thick.
Toppings
Fresh fruit, nuts, seeds, shredded coconut and homemade granola are all great options for topping a smoothie bowl. You can also add nut butter, cacao nibs or a drizzle of honey for even more variety.
Think about the flavors in the smoothie base when choosing what goes on top. Berries pair naturally with berry-based bowls, while mango, pineapple and coconut work well with tropical flavors. For a banana-based bowl, try nuts, nut butter, granola or cacao nibs.
Serving suggestions
Smoothie bowls make an easy breakfast or brunch, especially when you want something you can customize for different tastes.
For a brunch spread, prepare several toppings and let everyone build their own bowl. Set out fresh fruit, seeds, coconut and granola so guests can choose their favorites.
You can also serve smoothie bowls alongside fried egg + avocado toast or skillet blueberry coffee cake for a larger breakfast spread.
FAQ
Too much liquid or using fresh fruit instead of frozen fruit can make the base runny. Blend in a handful of frozen fruit or a few ice cubes to thicken it.
Frozen fruit is essential for creating the thick texture that makes this a smoothie bowl rather than a regular smoothie. Fresh fruit is better saved for the toppings.
Yes. Soy milk can be swapped for your favorite dairy or non-dairy milk. You can also use orange juice instead of milk for a fruitier flavor.
You can make the base ahead and store it in the freezer, but the texture will change as it sits. Re-blend it before serving, adding a little ice or frozen fruit as needed to restore the thick consistency.
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Smoothie Bowl
ingredients
- 1 cup frozen, cubed dragon fruit
- 1 cup frozen mixed red fruits berries, raspberries, cherries, etc.
- 1 whole banana ideally frozen, but fresh works too
- 1 cup milk of choice or orange juice, plus more as needed for thinning
- ½ cup ice cubes as needed for thickening
Toppings:
- 3 to 4 whole strawberries sliced (fresh or frozen)
- 1 whole kiwi peeled and sliced
- 1 whole banana peeled and sliced
- ¼ cup blackberries
- ¼ cup blueberries
- 1 tablespoon pumpkin seeds
instructions
- In a blender, combine the frozen dragon fruit cubes, frozen mixed red fruits, frozen banana and milk.1 cup frozen, cubed dragon fruit , 1 cup frozen mixed red fruits, 1 whole banana, 1 cup milk of choice
- Blend until smooth and well combined. If the base is too thick, add a splash more milk. If it’s too thin, add a few ice cubes or a handful of frozen fruit and blend again.½ cup ice cubes
- Wash and prep the toppings. Remove the stems from the strawberries and slice. Peel and slice the kiwi and banana.3 to 4 whole strawberries, 1 whole kiwi, 1 whole banana, ¼ cup blackberries, ¼ cup blueberries
- Pour the base into a bowl. Arrange the toppings on top, working largest to smallest from the outside in. Serve immediately.1 tablespoon pumpkin seeds
notes
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Sam @ The Culinary Compass says
I love the idea of avocado in this! It sounds like a great combo!