Oat Berry Smoothie Bowl is a wholesome filling and satisfying breakfast that is loaded with fresh berries, chia seeds, oats, and pumpkin seeds.
Holy Moly the summer heat came in like a lion here in Cincinnati. Â Geesh has it been hot!
We spent some time this weekend by the pool trying to keep cool and relaxing.  It was nice and quiet which was exactly what I and the hubby needed, just hanging and reconnecting.  Sometimes the simplest times are the best.  Like this awesome Smoothie Bowl, simple and the BEST, my new favorite breakfast.
The first time I saw a smoothie bowl, I really didn’t get it. Â Don’t get me wrong, I get a smoothie, I love my smoothies, but I wasn’t sure I understood the whole bowl thing, why do I need to eat it in a bowl?
That is until I had one. Â They are thick, way too thick to drink. Â You know what I mean, we have all gotten that milkshake that we can’t wait to enjoy and we try to slurp it up through our straw and…. nothing. Â It is just way to thick to use with a straw, so we grab a spoon and spoon away.
That is how I would describe a  smoothie bowl.  Spoon-worthy!  Smoothie bowls are as delicious and nutritious {if not more} as our smoothie, but adding in those oats and chia seeds makes it too thick to drink.
I loved the combination of oats, chia seeds, and fresh berries. Â Topping it off with pumpkin seeds gives you a nutty flavor that was truly delicious! Â You could really enjoy this as a dessert it was so perfectly sweet, cool and delicious.
- [br][b]Oat Mix[/b]
- 1/3 cup oats {gluten free}
- 3 Tbsp chia seeds
- 1/4 unsweetened coconut or almond milk
- [br][b]Smoothie Mix[/b]
- 1 banana
- 1/2 cup fresh or frozen raspberries
- 1/2 cup fresh or frozen blueberries
- 1/2 cup unsweetened coconut or almond milk
- 1 scoop chocolate protein powder {optional}
- Oat Mix
- [br][b]Toppings:[/b]
- 2 Tbsp goji berries
- handful of fresh raspberries
- handful of fresh blackberries
- handful of pumpkin seeds
- Place oats, chia seeds and coconut milk in a mason jar, stir or shake to mix. Place in refrigerator over night.
- In the morning, blend all smoothie ingredients together. If using fresh berries add a few ice cubes.
- Pour into a bowl. Add toppings and enjoy!
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I need a bowl of this to start my Monday morning! Love the berry flavors and delicious toppings!
Thanks Ashley! This bowl is a beautiful healthy way to start your day!
You hit the nail on the head about why I have yet to try a smoothie bowl. I mean sure, they look great, but…why!? You’ve convinced me to give one a try though..this looks seriously fantastic. And it’s hot as all get-out here in NW Indiana, too (ick).
This heat needs to go Heather- it was another scorcher here today and its only the middle of June, YIKES! Yes you need to give the bowls a try, they are delicious, and nutritious!
I am so intrigued by the concept of a smoothie bowl…I so need to try this. All the healthy goodness, it sounds delicious. And what a gorgeous color!
I hope you give it a try Alida. You will love it!
Oh smoothie bowls! You make my morning! Love all the crunch and flavors going on here!
I love smoothie bowls! It makes it so easy to pile the toppings on nice and high 🙂
This is really beautiful! It’s nice that healthy food can taste good AND look this pretty
Agh it has been really hot here too! A smoothie bowl place just opened next to my gym and I have been going religiously. I really need to start making them at home! Gonna have to try your recipe asap!
Pinning for later!
Haha, I’ve had the “I don’t get the point of smoothie bowls!” conversation with so many haters lately trying to convince them to just do it and they’ll see the light. The bowl is clutch because the toppings are the best part and you can’t drink those through a straw! Loving this combination and especially that color!
Amen Gina. You know if they would just try it they would love it! Thanks for stopping by!
I had a smoothie bowl recently at Jamba Juice and LOVED it. this version looks even more incredible 🙂
It took me a while to understand smoothie bowls but now I love them. You’ve got some really great flavors going on with this one, I love all the crunchy toppings!
This is beautiful! Can’t wait to try this!
Thanks Becky. I know you will enjoy the recipe!