This decadent and creamy smoothie bowl is a special healthy treat any time of day. With only a few simple ingredients, it’s quick and easy to prepare. Preparing this cacao almond butter smoothie bowl for breakfast is our absolute fave.
Regarding superfoods in this bowl, cacao is the main spotlight here. Known for its high quantity of antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals, it is health-boosting, to say the least.
Jump to RecipeWhy Choose the Cacao Smoothie Bowl
With zero added sugars, this gluten-free, vegan, and dairy-free bowl is a delicious way to treat your taste buds. Most importantly, it is also naturally energizing. Kiss your mid-day coffee crashes goodbye and wave hello to the new fully energized you.
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Preparing this delicious bowl only requires 5 ingredients. Cacao is the most beneficial of all the ingredients, adding some extra heart health-boosting properties. This nutrient-packed bowl contains many health-conscious benefits. Here we will break it all down for you.
Health Benefits of the Cacao Smoothie Bowl
Below is a quick breakdown of the wonderful healing benefits of each ingredient in the cacao smoothie bowl.
Maca powder
This Peruvian root is most known for its ability to increase libido in men and women. If you were wondering, this statement is supported by scientific evidence. The maca root increases fertility, boosts energy, and elevates endurance.
Cacao powder
Cacao is very different from cocoa which has been chemically processed and roasted, stripping it of antioxidants. Raw cacao is the highest plant-based source of iron and full of magnesium. These high amounts of magnesium are ideal for heart and brain health.
Coconut flakes
Unsweetened organic coconut flakes are a great natural energy source. Along with natural energy, they also contain high amounts of naturally-occurring iron and ease digestive health.
Granola
Depending on which kind you get, granola can be a simple beneficial topping. Gluten-free, low sugar granola is the most health-conscious choice. Our favorite is Bear Naked Cacao and Cashew Butter granola.
Almond milk
To keep it health-conscious, we recommend sticking with organic unsweetened almond milk. If you want something on the lower sugar side, you can choose Organic Coconut Milk.
Above all, this dairy-free alternative contains various nutrients such as vitamin E, zinc, fiber, iron, magnesium, potassium, manganese, and selenium.
Dried cranberries
Cranberries contain high amounts of fiber which helps support digestive health. Therefore, these berries also play a key role in skin and joint health. The vitamin C they contain is essential to making collagen. Add some cranberries for an extra immunity boost.
RecipeIngredients
2 tbsp. raw organic cacao powder
2 large frozen bananas
1/4 cup gluten-free organic almond butter
1 cup organic unsweetened almond milk (or milk of choice)
1 tsp. organic maca powder
1/2 tsp. vanilla extract
3-4 ice cubes
Optional toppings:
Banana slices
Preparation:
Combine all ingredients in blender and blend until smooth.
Pour into bowl and serve with choice of toppings.
Enjoy!