Easy Lactofree smoothie bowl
Say hello to your new favourite breakfast: Easy Lactofree smoothie bowl. Ready in 10 minutes and made with minimal effort, you can customise it however you like. We made ours with a banana, pineapple, and mango base for a sweet, refreshing, tropical escape, then topped it with fresh fruit, crisp pistachios, crunchy granola, and a sprinkle of coconut flakes.
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Ingredients
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250 g
Frozen fruit or berries, for example, pineapple and mango
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200 g
Frozen bananas
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Topping
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Coconut flakes
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Fresh blueberries and blackberries
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Passion fruits (pulp only)
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Pistachios, chopped
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Mangos, diced
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Granola
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Fresh mint
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Prepare ingredients ahead
Portion your frozen pineapple, mango, and banana into freezer-safe bags so you can grab a ready-made mix straight from the freezer. Keep toppings like berries, granola, and coconut flakes in small containers, and chop pistachios in advance. Since smoothie bowls are best eaten immediately, having everything ready means you can blend, top, and dig in while it is still cold and creamy.
Adjust the consistency
After blending, the consistency should be creamy and thick, similar to soft-serve ice cream. If it turns out too runny, throw in a bit more frozen fruit and blend again. If it is too thick or your blender is struggling, a splash of yoghurt will help make it a bit thinner. Blend until smooth, but do not let it sit too long, or you will lose that scoopable texture.
FAQ: Questions about easy smoothie bowls
Not sure how to blend or store your easy smoothie bowl? We have answered those questions below, so keep on reading.
How to layer the ingredients when blending?
Depending on your blender, you might need to layer the ingredients differently. If you use a jug blender, start with the yoghurt, then add the frozen fruit. For bullet-style blenders that flip, do the opposite: frozen fruit first, yoghurt last. The order is less important with a food processor, but starting with the yoghurt still helps it blend faster.
Can I use fresh fruit instead of frozen?
No, we do not recommend using fresh fruit instead of frozen. Using fresh fruit will result in a much thinner consistency, turning your bowl into a regular drinking smoothie.
How should I store leftover smoothie bowls?
Store leftover smoothie bowls by transferring the mixture to an airtight container and placing it in the freezer for up to a week. When you are ready to eat, let it sit out for a few minutes to soften, then give it a good stir. Bear in mind the texture will be icier and less creamy, and the flavour might be slightly duller than when freshly made.
Can I prepare my easy smoothie bowl ahead of time?
It is not recommended to prepare the easy smoothie bowl ahead of time, as it will not be as creamy and cool. You can store it in the freezer for up to a week, but the texture and flavour will change. The best way to prepare ahead is to portion the ingredients and freeze them so the blending is quicker when you need it.
Nutritional values
Nutritional value, per
276 Kcal
| Fibre | 11.3 gram fibers |
| Protein | 4.7 gram |
| Fat | 1.9 gram |
| Carbohydrates | 59.1 gram |
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Try an Easy Lactofree smoothie bowl with your favourite fruits
What we love about this Easy Lactofree smoothie bowl is how flexible it is. With only bananas and vanilla yoghurt as a neutral, sweet base, it works with any fruit. Use what you have in the freezer or simply whatever fruit you are craving.
For this recipe, we combine pineapple and mango to keep the mixture fresh and sweet. Mango has a soft sweetness, a bit like ripe apricot, and pairs nicely with the banana. The pineapple offers a tangy sweetness with citrusy notes that complement the mango and banana. So yummy and refreshing at the same time!
Creamy sweetness from banana and vanilla yoghurt
Bananas and vanilla yoghurt are what make the base so smooth, it is almost like ice cream. The yoghurt does most of the heavy lifting here. It contributes a creamy texture and subtle sweetness, along with that lovely vanilla aroma that makes the whole bowl all the more inviting. Go for a regular yoghurt or lactose-free variety, it is entirely up to you; either way, it is going to taste amazing. The banana adds a full-bodied sweetness and helps keep the texture thick, silky, and spoonable.
Lovely colour and crunch with tasty topping
Every smoothie bowl deserves a colourful and crunchy topping. Blueberries, blackberries, diced mango, and passion fruit introduce splashes of deep blue-purple, soft yellow, and bright orange that make the whole bowl pop. The blackberries and passion fruit come with tartness, while the mango and blueberries are sweet, creating an interesting contrast of flavours.
As for the crunch, we suggest you try granola, pistachios, and coconut flakes. The pistachios offer a bit of earthiness, and the coconut leans into that tropical mood. All of it results in a unified spoonful of creaminess, crunch, sweetness, and tart notes in one go.
Discover a quick and glorious delight
Our Easy Lactofree smoothie bowl takes barely 10 minutes, which makes it a solid win on busy mornings when time is short, but you want something incredibly scrumptious. And while it fits right into breakfast, it also works perfectly as a snack during the day or a quick dessert to satisfy your sweet tooth.
And because it is so easy to scale up, go big when your loved ones come over for a weekend brunch! The yellow and orange fruit, deep blue berries, and flashes of green mint make it look absolutely jaw-dropping.
Perhaps we could tempt you to try some of our other smoothie bowls, too? This lactofree strawberry banana smoothie bowl is also ready in less than 10 minutes. Also, try our lactofree fruit smoothie bowl, Lactofree berry smoothie bowl, and Lactofree banana smoothie bowl for more delicious options.
Create your own variations
This Easy Lactofree smoothie bowl was made to be played with, so it is time to get creative. Try blending in frozen passion fruit, dragon fruit, or kiwi to enhance that sunny, tropical feel.
Prefer something a bit more forest-inspired? Add a handful of berries like blueberries, blackberries, and strawberries. Together, they bring a deep, jammy sweetness with a hint of tartness, like something freshly picked from the bush.
If you want something more indulgent and decadent, mix in a spoonful of cocoa powder and peanut butter. We are fairly confident that chocolate lovers will not be disappointed. And for more protein, simply add a mix of seeds like chia, linseeds, sunflower, pumpkin, or hemp.
