Banana Cocoa Nib Smoothie Bowl
Why this recipe works
- Thick, spoonable base: Blitzing the oats first helps them blend smoothly into the banana and kefir, giving the bowl body without needing to add ice.
- Balanced sweetness: The tang of kefir offsets the ripe banana and peanut butter, keeping the flavour fresh rather than heavy.
- Ready in minutes: Everything comes together in the blender, making it a practical breakfast when you want something cold, filling and fast.
Get the most out of this recipe
Ingredient notes
- Use a ripe banana: A ripe banana gives the bowl natural sweetness and helps create a smoother, creamier blend.
- Keep the kefir cold: Cold kefir helps the bowl stay thick and refreshing, especially as it is served immediately after blending.
- Cocoa nibs stay less sweet: Cocoa nibs add crunch and a bitter chocolate note; dark chocolate chips make the topping sweeter and softer.
Texture tips
- For a thicker bowl: Blend until the oats are fully incorporated and avoid adding extra liquid unless the blender needs help moving.
- For a looser texture: Let the bowl stand briefly, then stir to loosen before serving.
Ingredient swaps
- Use Greek yoghurt instead of kefir: Greek yoghurt makes the bowl thicker and less tangy, while keeping the same creamy breakfast-bowl style.
- Swap the topping: Dark chocolate chips can replace cocoa nibs if you prefer a sweeter finish.
Make-ahead tips
- Best eaten straight away: The bowl has the best texture when freshly blended and cold, before the oats continue to thicken and the toppings soften.
- Add toppings just before serving: If chilling the blended base, keep the peanut butter and cocoa nibs separate until ready to eat for better texture.
Equipment you'll need
Ingredients
Instructions
- Add the rolled oats to a blender and blitz to a coarse powder. This helps the bowl turn thick and spoonable.
- Peel the banana and add it to the blender with the kefir, vanilla extract and fine sea salt. Blend until smooth and thick, scraping down the sides as needed.
- Pour into a serving bowl and smooth the top. Slice a few pieces of banana from the bowl mixture if you want extra topping texture.
- Dollop the smooth peanut butter over the top and swirl it through lightly with a spoon. Sprinkle with the cocoa nibs.
- Serve straight away while cold. If it is thicker than you like, let it stand for 1 minute, then stir to loosen slightly.
Recipe notes
Tips
- Use cold kefir for the creamiest texture and to keep the bowl properly chilled.
- A pinch of fine sea salt makes the banana taste sweeter and helps the cocoa nibs taste more chocolatey.
Substitutions
- Replace the kefir with Greek yogurt for a thicker, less tangy bowl.
- Replace the cocoa nibs with dark chocolate chips for a sweeter topping.
Storage
- Refrigerate up to 1 days
- Best eaten immediately. If needed, cover and chill for up to 24 hours; stir well before eating as it will thicken and the toppings will soften.
Ratings & reviews
Liked this recipe? Share your feedback to support our cooking community.
Tried this recipe?
Choose 1–5 stars. A comment is optional.
Stay inspired
Discover new recipes, seasonal favourites and cooking inspiration every day. Follow JustRecipes on Pinterest and Spillt.
Recipe overview
- Servings: 1 servings
- Total time: 10min (10min active)
- Difficulty: Easy
- Cuisine: Fusion
-
Allergens:
Milk Peanuts
Plan your meals and get a complete grocery list automatically.
Add to meal plannerEquipment you'll need
Got ingredients left?
Find recipes using ingredients from this recipe or what you already have at home.
Find recipes with these ingredients →
Berry Kefir Smoothie Bowl
Kefir smoothie bowl with berries, banana, granola and chia.
Strawberry Chia Smoothie Bowl
A thick strawberry smoothie bowl with yoghurt and chia seeds.
Strawberry Banana Granola Smoothie Bowl
Strawberry and banana smoothie bowl topped with granola.
Chocolate Hazelnut Smoothie Bowl
Chocolate hazelnut smoothie bowl with banana, yoghurt, cocoa and nuts.
Açaí Berry Granola Bowl
A thick açaí bowl topped with berries and granola.
Coffee Banana Protein Smoothie Bowl
A thick coffee banana protein bowl with Greek yoghurt.
Air Fryer Breakfast Burrito
Crisp breakfast burrito with eggs, bacon, cheddar and salsa.
Modern Menemen Shakshuka (Baked Eggs with Spiced Tomatoes)
Baked eggs in spiced tomatoes with peppers and feta
Strawberry Banana Granola Smoothie Bowl
Strawberry and banana smoothie bowl topped with granola.
Chocolate Hazelnut Smoothie Bowl
Chocolate hazelnut smoothie bowl with banana, yoghurt, cocoa and nuts.
Brioche French Toast with Greek Yoghurt and Berries
Brioche French toast with Greek yoghurt, berries and maple syrup
Tropical Açaí Coconut Bowl
A tropical açaí bowl with mango, coconut and pineapple.
Coffee Banana Protein Smoothie Bowl
A thick coffee banana protein bowl with Greek yoghurt.
Protein Banana Pancakes
Banana oat pancakes blended with soy protein and cooked until golden
Peanut Butter Banana Smoothie
Creamy peanut butter banana smoothie with milk, yoghurt and honey
Chocolate Banana Smoothie
Chocolate banana smoothie with cocoa, peanut butter and whole milk
Berry Kefir Smoothie Bowl
Kefir smoothie bowl with berries, banana, granola and chia.
Blueberry Breakfast Smoothie with Oats and Greek Yoghurt
Blueberry breakfast smoothie with oats and Greek yoghurt
You might also like
Masala Dosa (Stuffed Rice and Lentil Crêpe)
Crisp rice and lentil crêpes stuffed with spiced potatoes
Arroz de Cabrito (Portuguese Oven-Baked Goat Rice)
Oven-baked goat rice with tomato, stock and parsley
Pollo alla Cacciatora (Chicken Braised with Tomato, Red Wine and Olives)
Chicken thighs braised with tomato, red wine, mushrooms and olives
Leitão Assado à Bairrada (Bairrada Roast Suckling Pig)
Roast suckling pig with garlic, bay, paprika and white wine
Flødekartofler (Danish Creamed Potatoes)
Danish creamed potatoes baked with garlic and nutmeg
Dulce de Leche Yoghurt with Cinnamon and Vanilla
Greek yoghurt swirled with dulce de leche, vanilla and cinnamon
Make this recipe easier next time
AdvertisementThese tools help you get better results with less effort.
KitchenAid Stainless Steel Mixing Bowls
- Non-slip base
- Stainless steel
- Not microwave safe
Pyrex Glass Mixing Bowls with Lids
- Microwave safe
- BPA-free lids
- Glass is heavier
OXO Good Grips Stainless Mixing Bowl Set
- Non-slip base
- Comfort grip
- Higher price
Enjoy cooking with JustRecipes?
Add JustRecipes as one of your preferred Google sources to discover our recipes more easily across Google Search.
Add JustRecipes to GoogleEvery recipe on JustRecipes follows the same structured editorial process. Learn how recipes are created, validated, translated, illustrated, and continuously improved across the platform. How we create recipes.
