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Vanilla Cake Batter Green Smoothie Bowl

Hello friends! How was your weekend?

We got some unpacking done, had wine and pizza night, and got some long runs in. All in all, a perfect mix of balance if you ask me. We made some delicious pizza, like this arugula, prosciutto, pineapple, and the caramelized onion, pear and gorgonzola. Droooool.

pizza night
pizza night

Iโ€™m way overdue with sharing some delicious recipes with you. I decided to put this one together this weekend since itโ€™s veryย quick and easy, and is great for the hot summer weather. And I realized thatย I havenโ€™t yet shared a green smoothie recipe on the blog, so that needed to change.

This green smoothie combo is my new go to. And rather than my standard peanut butter addition, this one involves coconut butter. CAKE BATTER coconut butter.

And for those of you who fear the green smoothie, I promise you canโ€™t even taste the spinach โ€“ itโ€™s just providing wonderful things that your bodies thrive on, so take my word for it.

Cake Batter Smoothie Bowl

This smoothie bowl is full of:

  • Protein
  • Healthy Fat
  • Hidden greens
  • Prebiotics and Probiotics

Did you know that bananas are a great source of prebiotics? Prebiotics are helpful for feeding the probiotics (good guys) in our gut, so not only do bananas offer great flavor, but they have many nutritional properties.ย Another reason to devour this smoothie bowl.

The special ingredientย for the cake batter flavor in this smoothie bowl is Nikkiโ€™s Cake Batter Coconut Butter. I canโ€™t speak enough about this stuff, Iโ€™m slightly obsessed. It has a little different texture than peanut butter; itโ€™s thicker and more like coconut oil in itโ€™s semi-solid state. I actually think itโ€™s better for smoothies since itโ€™s not as liquid-y as peanut butter.

My thoughts on Smoothies vs. Smoothie Bowls

I find smoothies so refreshing in general โ€“ they are cold, fruity, sweet, thick, thin, however you like them. However, one thing Iโ€™ve come to learn about myself is that liquids donโ€™t fill me up as much as solids.

Chewing needs to be involved and Iย prefer a crunch that actually provides me with mental and physical satisfaction while enjoying a meal or snack, which is why Iโ€™m so keen on this strawberry and banana smoothie bowl.

I think another part of it is that I mentally link smoothies with โ€œon the go,โ€ meaning Iโ€™m rushed. Liquid smoothiesย are perfect for quick meals/snacks when Iโ€™m in a rush or have to eat in my car, but otherwise, I want to take time and enjoy my meal. With a spoon. Out of a bowl.

Cake Batter Smoothie

I prefer my smoothie bowls with a myriad of toppings. The easy way to avoid tiringย from smoothie combinations is through the toppings.ย Each smoothie bowl is like a blank canvas ready to be customized! EXCITING, RIGHT?!

Iโ€™ve pretty much come to terms with my favorite toppings. My usuals are:

I promise you that together, these offerย great flavor, crunch, antioxidants and magic ingredients to power you through the day.ย My dream team right there.

The good thing is that you can totally customize your own toppings for this smoothie bowl.

Cake Batter Smoothie

This smoothie bowl is all I crave after myย my marathon training long runs. ย And there is no preparation needed. You donโ€™t need to let anything thaw, cut anything up, and measurements can be eye-balled and estimated. Add more or less of things depending on your preference!

It can even be vegan if you leave out the greek yogurt, and gluten-free depending on what toppings you use!

By the way, we just got a Ninja and HELLLLLO. It puts my old blender to shame. Itโ€™s fast, powerful and super easy to clean. I only wish I had purchased one sooner but better late than never?

Letโ€™s get to this recipe!

Vanilla Cake Batter Smoothie Bowl
Servings 1 smoothie

Vanilla Cake Batter Green Smoothie Bowl

Sarah Schlichter, MPH, RDN
A refreshing, nutritious smoothie that tastes like dessert! Perfect for a snack, meal, or even sweeter treat.
4.91 from 11 ratings
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 1 minute
Total Time 6 minutes

Ingredients  

  • 1 frozen banana
  • 1 cup almond milk
  • 2 tbsp plain Greek yogurt, or cottage cheese
  • 1 scoop Vanilla Protein Powder
  • 2 tbsp Coconut Butter I used cake batter flavor
  • 1 cup spinach
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/4 tsp cinnamon
  • 1/2 cup ice, optional

Instructions 

  1. Mix all ingredients in your blender and blend. Top with toppings of choice.

Notes

Optional toppings: blueberries, granola, hemp seeds, cocao nibs, banana

Nutrition

Serving: 1Calories: 663kcalCarbohydrates: 57gProtein: 50gFat: 29gSaturated Fat: 21gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 610mgFiber: 15gSugar: 29g
Did you make this recipe?Let us know how it was!

Adding ice is completely optional, but I like it add some to thicken up the smoothie a little bit and keep it ICE COLD.

*I usedย Bobโ€™s Red Mill Vanilla Nutritional Booster protein powder. I think the taste is amazing and goes really well with the cake batter coconut butter. Plus, it has chia seeds, chicory root fiber (another prebiotic) and probiotics too, so itโ€™s a nutrient powerhouse.

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  1. Awesome recipe! You had me at vanilla cake batter.
    I would have to find a way to tweak this recipe as I have never seen this coconut butter before. But have no fear, I can definitely see myself using this recipe as a base to make my own twist of a smoothie bowl. I suck at making smoothies, so this will help a lot!

  2. This looks so soooooo good! Smoothie bowls are the only way I’ll eat smoothies as a meal as I’m all about solid food, haha! ๐Ÿ˜‰

  3. I like smoothies on the go & smoothie bowls at home! Love adding granola, fresh fruit, and chocolate chips on top!

  4. I prefer smoothie bowls ALL the way, after I met all my foodie friends who revealed to me that you can eat smoothies + toppings. That totally revolutionized my ideas about smoothies, because like you, I like to chew my food. Now I love smoothie bowls + toppings! ๐Ÿ™‚

    This looks so good. I have a goal to try Nikki’s, and you just pushed me one step closer. ๐Ÿ˜‰

    1. I hope you try Nikki’s, I really love it! Smoothie bowls with toppings are such a normal occurrence for me in the summer!

  5. 5 stars
    I much prefer a smoothie bowl to a smoothie… it fills me up more and plus, you get to add all the fun toppings! I’ve never tried the cake batter coconut butter but it sure sounds fun!

  6. All you had to say was smoothie bowl and I’m there! This looks SO GOOD! Thank you for sharing, I’ve got to track down that coconut butter, the one I like and use to use has seemed to change. Thank you for linking up with us for Meatless Monday!

  7. I bought that coconut butter at Wegmans last week! It’s so good I can eat it with a spoon! I agree, I like chewing my smoothies and enjoy a thicker shake than drink. My favorite toppings are granola and salted edamame

    1. It’s definitely dangerous to eat with a spoon but it’s one of my preferred ways. I’ve never tried edamame on a smoothie – do you have a savory combination you recommend?