Peppermint Mocha Smoothie Bowl
If you love the flavor combo of peppermint and mocha, you have to try this peppermint mocha smoothie bowl. You might associate the flavors with the holiday season, but trust me that this breakfast is perfect all year.
With ingredients like bananas, cauliflower, spinach, and coffee, this nutritious bowl is sure to start your day off with a kick. You can sip this peppermint mocha latte with it if you get cold. 😉
Thick and Filling Peppermint Mocha Smoothie Bowl Recipe
I used to drink smoothies for breakfast for years. It took me a while to realize that drinking a smoothie left me hungry way before it was time to eat again.
The beautiful thing about smoothie bowls is that they are typically thicker and include filling toppings to stay with you longer. Check out this cinnamon roll smoothie bowl for another option and this chocolate peanut butter banana smoothie bowl for another.
If your goal is to get more fruits and veggies into your diet, smoothie bowls are a great way to do so. Playing with flavor combos is easy and tasty with smoothie bowls. If you love a chocolaty, minty, mocha blend, add this to your thick smoothie bowl recipes.
Peppermint Mocha Smoothie Bowl Ingredients
Here’s what you need to make this recipe. Scroll down for the printable recipe card which contains all the measurements.
- Frozen bananas
- Frozen cauliflower florets
- Fresh baby spinach
- Rolled oats (can be gluten-free)
- Pitted medjool dates
- Cold brew coffee
- Unsweetened almond milk (or your preferred milk alternative)
- Peppermint extract
- Cacao powder
- Sea salt
- Optional toppings: cacao nibs, fresh mint, chocolate shavings or chips, shredded coconut, blueberries
Directions for making a Peppermint Mocha Smoothie Bowl
Place all of your ingredients except for the toppings into a blender and blend until smooth. If you need a blender, check out the best blenders for acai bowls for a thorough and tested list.
Pour the mixture into two bowls.
Top with your choice of toppings.
Serve immediately and enjoy!
Smoothie Recipe Notes and FAQ
Can I use fresh bananas instead of frozen?
Using frozen bananas in a smoothie bowl adds to the thick texture we look for. I recommend using frozen, but you can try it with fresh bananas, as well.
What’s the difference between a smoothie and a smoothie bowl?
A traditional smoothie is served in a cup with a straw. Smoothie bowls are thicker, eaten from a bowl with a spoon, and include toppings for added flavor and crunch.
Can I make a smoothie bowl ahead of time?
You should not fully prepare a smoothie bowl ahead of time, but you can portion out the ingredients for meal prep. Measure out your ingredients and separate into freezer bags and other little containers for toppings.
Alternate ingredient suggestions:
You can use decaf coffee instead of regular if you choose. I like Green Mountain half caff for a little boost without the added anxiety. LOL
You can try adding some coffee protein powder for even more coffee flavor and an added protein boost.
Use your preferred choice of milk. My latest favorite is cashew milk. Elmhurst’s unsweetened cashew milk has just two ingredients. It’s not in stores near me, so I buy it from Thrive Market. I also like macadamia milk.
Peppermint Mocha Smoothie Bowl Recipe
Equipment
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Ingredients
- 2 large banana frozen
- 2 cup cauliflower florets, frozen
- 1 handful baby spinach fresh, heaping handful
- ½ cup rolled oats gluten-free if desired
- 4 Medjool dates pitted
- 1 cup coffee brewed, cooled
- 1 cup almond milk unsweetened, ½ – 1 cup depending on desired thickness
- 1 tsp peppermint extract
- ¼ cup cacao powder
- Pinch sea salt
Optional Toppings
- cacao nibs
- mint fresh
- Chocolate shavings or curls
- shredded coconut
- chocolate chips
- Blueberries
Instructions
- Place all the ingredients except for the optional toppings in a blender and blend until smooth.2 large banana, 2 cup cauliflower, 1 handful baby spinach, ½ cup rolled oats, 4 Medjool dates, 1 cup coffee, 1 cup almond milk, 1 tsp peppermint extract, ¼ cup cacao powder, Pinch sea salt
- Pour into 2 bowls and top with desired toppings; serve immediately.cacao nibs, mint, Chocolate shavings or curls, shredded coconut, chocolate chips, Blueberries
Nutrition
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