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Imagine digging into the brightest pink breakfast you can think of. That's what you get with a dragon fruit smoothie bowl. After tons of trial and error with all sorts of frozen fruits, and plenty of blender drama, I've found that nailing a smoothie bowl is half luck, half know-how, and a whole lot of summery fun.
Just last week, my kids named it the "unicorn breakfast" and even asked for another round of fruit. The best meals are often the ones that make something healthy feel like a little adventure.
Vibrant Ingredients
- Frozen Banana: Gives you that milkshake kind of texture
- Mango: Brings in that candy-like sweetness
- Raspberries: Bumps up that stunning color
- Dragon Fruit (Pitaya): Frozen pouches are a major shortcut
- Plant Milk: Just enough to let things blend
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Build Your Bowl
Blend Like a Pro
- Begin with that frozen fruit, but wait—don't just toss it all in. Go for a bottom layer of milk first, then stack the frozen bits up top. Your blender will be much happier:
That Dreamy Pink
- Let your blender work until everything is dreamy and velvety. If your machine starts complaining, take a pause and push things toward the blades. We want breakfast, not a blender meltdown:
Smoothie in a Bowl
- Scoop your finished thick mix into a bowl. It should be dense enough to hold up your spoon—think soft-serve, not a drink:
Topping Party
- This is your time to decorate. Lay out your toppings in fun swirls or just dump them all on top. Coconut flakes, chunky granola, and juicy fruit are my favorites for a tasty crunch:
The first time I tried, I poured in too much milk and ended up with a pink drink instead of a bowl. The thicker, the better—trust me on this one.
Best Moment To Eat
Make it when you're actually ready to dig in. This isn't a meal that likes waiting on the counter.
Ideas For Topping
Switch it up—top with fresh slices of passion fruit, star fruit, kiwi, or swirl on nut butter for a new twist.
Switch It Up
Bump up the protein with a scoop of powder, toss in some chia, or add a splash of lime for a fresh kick.
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With tons of cheerful mornings, this bowl has totally become my pick-me-up when I want breakfast to feel a little extra. It just goes to show, making good-for-you food should be fun too.
Recipe FAQs
- → What exactly is dragon fruit?
- Also called pitaya, it’s a tropical fruit with a gorgeous pink color, a mild sweetness, and high levels of antioxidants and fiber.
- → Where can I buy dragon fruit?
- Check the frozen section of your supermarket for brands like Pitaya Foods, Sambazon, or Pitaya Plus.
- → Is fresh dragon fruit okay to use?
- For sure! Use about 1/2 cup (100g) of fresh fruit, but frozen gives that creamy smoothie texture.
- → What topping ideas do you recommend?
- Top it with anything fun, like granola, fresh fruit, chia seeds, nuts, or coconut flakes!
- → Can I prepare this in advance?
- It’s best to eat it right after blending. You can, however, prep the fruits and freeze them to save time later.