![Banana-Pumpkin Breakfast Smoothie Bowl [ Paleo - AIP ]](https://asquirrelinthekitchen.com//wp-content/uploads/2017/01/banana_pumpkin_portrait_1.jpg)
I have recently discovered smoothie bowls and I find them so much fun that I created several recipes for the blog (you can find them in the breakfast section of my blog). If you are not familiar with smoothie bowls, they are just like regular smoothies, except they are thicker and creamier, hence you can eat them with a spoon. You can garnish them with a variety of fun toppings like berries, coconut flakes, and all kinds of nuts and seeds if they are part of your current diet. I think they always look pretty dramatic!
This version is more seasonal with pumpkin puree, bananas, and cinnamon. Definitely a cold season treat!
As always with fruity beverages doubling as meals, I recommend supplementing with some gelatin powder (or any other protein powder you prefer) for an extra serving of protein. The added protein will slow down the absorption of natural sugars by the body and you will feel more satiated for a longer amount of time.
If you are concerned about opening a whole can of pumpkin puree for this smoothie bowl, I suggest that you use the leftover puree to make these fun pumpkin-pear gummies!
![Banana-Pumpkin Breakfast Smoothie Bowl [ Paleo - AIP ]](https://asquirrelinthekitchen.com//wp-content/uploads/2017/02/banana_pumpkin_portrait_2.jpg)
- 2 ripe bananas, peeled and sliced
- 6 tablespoons pumpkin puree
- 1/2 cup full-fat coconut milk
- 1 tablespoon gelatin powder (optional)
- 1 teaspoon honey (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- Fresh fruit and toasted coconut flakes for garnish
- Combine bananas, pumpkin puree, coconut milk, gelatin powder, honey, and cinnamon in a high-speed blender.
- Mix on high until smooth, about 20-30 seconds.
- Transfer immediately to a bowl and garnish with fresh fruit and toasted coconut flakes.
- Serve chilled. Bon appetit!
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I bet this would make an excellent dessert.
This recipe is amazing. One reccomendation, make sure the bananas are ripe. Mine were a little green tasting.
Thanks so much Lisa for your feedback! I updated the recipe thanks to you 🙂
Made this last night so I could have it ready for my trip this morning. I used the recipe minus the honey and added cashew butter and it was fantastic! Since it sat in the fridge and gelled last night, it ate more like a custard, but the flavor was fantastic! Next time I will add the coconut flakes because the crunch and alternate texture would be great! I am inspired! Thanks for sharing the great recipe, Sophie!
Is this a single serving?
Yes! – Sophie