Mango Pineapple Tropical Smoothie Bowl

Name: Mango Pineapple Tropical Smoothie Bowl
Prep time: 5 min
Total time: 5 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 cup pineapple, frozen; 1 cup mango, frozen; 1 banana; 1/4 cup almond milk; 1/4 cup granola; mango chunks and/or pineapple chunks; banana, sliced; coconut, shredded; chia seeds

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Loaded with tropical fruits and flavors, this Mango Pineapple Tropical Smoothie Bowl is the most refreshing way to start the day. A mixture of tropical fruits transform into a thick, sorbet-like filling that pairs perfectly with extra fruit, coconut flakes, and granola sprinkled on top. This summer bowl is way more fun to eat than a smoothie, is ready in just 5 minutes, and tastes like a tropical vacation!

Mango Pineapple Tropical Smoothie Bowl is the perfect summer bowl, packed with pineapples and mangos and topped with more fruit, granola, and coconut. | aheadofthyme.com

Smoothies are so quick and easy to make, but sometimes you want something a little heartier for breakfast. Smoothie bowls are the perfect solution! Since the smoothie has such a thick consistency, it's more like eating a fruity dessert for breakfast! Plus, this tropical fruit smoothie bowl relies on frozen fruit, so it's easy to enjoy its summery taste even in the coldest months of the year. Delicious!

So, we are spending the week at an airbnb in Hawaii, which puts me in a tropical mood. So of course we have to do as the Hawaiians do and smoothie bowl! Yes, I just used that as a verb. This tropical smoothie bowl is refreshing and light. So perfect for summer!

But, in all seriousness, who says you have to be in Hawaii to enjoy this delicious blend of heaven? I could eat this back in Canada any time of year.

Why You'll Love This Tropical Smoothie Bowl

More satisfying than a regular smoothie. Smoothie bowls have a much thicker consistency, which holds up the chia seeds, granola, and other toppings similar to yogurt or pudding. This makes it feel much more filling and satisfying than sipping a regular smoothie.
Ready in 5 minutes. It takes just 5 short minutes to prepare two servings of this recipe! That's fast enough to make even on those days you're rushing out the door.
Tons of tropical flavor. The frozen pineapple, mango, and pineapple add plenty of sunny tropical flavor for a bright start to the day.
Easy way to eat more fruits. If you struggle to eat enough fruits and veggies each day, start by sneaking extra into your breakfast! Each bowl contains pineapple, mango, and banana, plus anything else you add on top. It feels nice to get a few servings of fruit first thing in the day!

Ingredient Notes

To make this delicious Mango Pineapple Tropical Smoothie Bowl, you will need the following ingredients (full measurements in recipe card below):

frozen pineapple & mango - these are easy to keep on hand any time of year and give the smoothie mixture a creamy consistency.
banana - fresh banana makes any smoothie extra creamy and adds a nice sweetness.
almond milk - to thin out the creamy smoothie. Coconut milk is a good alternative, but you can really use any milk you like or even fruit juice.

Smoothie Bowl Toppings

Our favorite things to top this smoothie bowl with are:

granola - try our homemade granola!
fruit - we use cubed mango and pineapple and banana slices.
shredded coconut
chia seeds

You will also need a high-powdered blender and two shallow serving bowls.

How to Make the Best Tropical Smoothie Bowl

Blend. Combine pineapple, mango, banana and almond milk in a blender. Blend until smooth. Note that the mixture will be very thick.

Serve. Pour into two shallow bowls and arrange the toppings on top. Serve immediately.

Recipe Variations

Add protein. Add a scoop of your favorite protein powder to increase the protein content. Vanilla works great with the tropical flavors.
Make a tropical green smoothie bowl. Add ½ cup of fresh spinach (or more) to sneak some greens into your day.
Make it creamy. Add a few spoonfuls of your favorite Greek yogurt for an even creamier texture.
Play around with healthy mix-ins. There are plenty of ways to top these delicious smoothie bowls, depending on your favorite flavors. Add more fresh fruit, like some fresh blueberries or kiwi slices, drizzle some vanilla yogurt, sprinkle flax meal or hemp seeds, etc.
Make a drinkable smoothie. Love the tropical flavor but in a rush to get out the door? Add extra non-dairy milk or even a splash of pineapple juice or orange juice until the smoothie reaches the right consistency.

How to Serve

This Mango Pineapple Tropical Smoothie Bowl is delicious served on its own for breakfast or as a snack. You can also pair it as part of a large breakfast spread including some classics:

For more, see our 50 Best Breakfast Ideas.

Recipe Tips and Tricks

Freeze your own fruit. It's pretty easy to find frozen mango and frozen pineapple in the grocery store, but you can certainly freeze your own. Cube the fresh fruits into even-sized pieces, then spread them on a sheet pan lined with parchment and freeze until solid. Transfer to a freezer-safe container and use as desired.
Use a food processor. Due to the thicker consistency of the smoothie bowl smoothie, it may be easier to blend the frozen fruits in a food processor instead of a regular blender.
Use fresh fruits. If you have fresh mango or pineapple on hand, feel free to use frozen banana slices for the frozen element. It's important to use at least some frozen fruit to get the right thickness, though.

Storing and Freezing Instructions

How to Store

Just like a regular smoothie, smoothie bowls are best served fresh. If needed, you can usually refrigerate the bowl for an hour or two or keep it cold in the freezer, but the frozen fruits will soften pretty quickly at room temperature.

How to Freeze

Since these smoothies are so thick and loaded with frozen fruit, they freeze quite well. Portion any leftover smoothie into a freezer-safe container, then freeze solid for up to 2-3 months. To serve, thaw the smoothie in the fridge for a few hours or let it soften at room temperature for a bit. Stir to incorporate any liquids and add any mix-ins right on top.

FAQ

How do you make smoothie bowls thicker?

A smoothie bowl is basically a thick smoothie with fun toppings, so you can use all the same smoothie ingredients but adjust the thickness. To do this, you want to use as much frozen fruit as possible and the least amount of milk you can. The frozen fruit will stay nice and thick even after blending, and you only need a little liquid to bring the mixture together. This works great in this pineapple mango smoothie bowl recipe.

In other recipes, you may find that need to make other adjustments. Consider adding a teaspoon of flax meal, a tablespoon of chia seeds, or a dollop of nut butter for that thick, creamy consistency.

Can you make a smoothie bowl ahead of time?

Since this smoothie bowl is made with just a few simple ingredients, it's pretty easy to make to order. But it also freezes wonderfully for easy meal prep! Just freeze the smoothies in individual serving sizes using freezer-safe containers. Let them thaw in the fridge overnight, then stir or blend as desired in the morning. Be careful not to let them thaw for too long, or the mixture will be loose and runny.

Which toppings go well on tropical smoothie bowls?

To stick with that tropical vibe, focus on adding more tropical flavors on top, like fresh banana slices, coconut flakes, and extra fresh mango and/or pineapple. Granola adds a nice crunch and tastes great with the tropical flavors. I also like to add nuts and seeds for extra fiber and healthy fats, like chia seeds, hemp seeds, etc.

That's just the start, though! Feel free to use whatever toppings you like, like fresh raspberries, kiwis, blackberries, yogurt, sliced almonds or cashews, and more. Make it your own!

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Why You'll Love This Tropical Smoothie Bowl