Prep: 5 This Matcha Banana Smoothie Bowl recipe is loaded with antioxidants, vitamins, calcium, protein, and potassium! It only takes about 5 minutes to make, and it tastes like ice cream for breakfast. There’s no better way to start the day than with this healthy vegan and easy-to-make matcha smoothie bowl!
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Smoothie bowls are truly one of my favorite ways to start the day. While I love regular smoothies too, one of my favorite things about smoothie bowls is how you can add your favorite toppings and eat them with a spoon!
This Matcha Banana Smoothie Bowl recipe is incredibly easy to make and SO yummy. I love how it’s full of nutrients and gives you the perfect kickstart to your day. All you need is a blender, a bowl, 5 ingredients and 5 minutes to make this wholesome vegan breakfast!
What is Matcha?
Matcha is a very finely ground green tea originating from China. It’s used in all sorts of food and drinks from noodles, cakes, ice cream, hot and cold drinks and delicious breakfast recipes like this matcha smoothie bowl!
Because matcha contains caffeine it’s a great way to keep you energized and give you a boost throughout the day. This matcha smoothie bowl is the perfect way to incorporate it into your diet. Not only will the matcha give you a nice energy kick, but it’s also packed full of delicious, healthy and juicy fruits!
The Best Matcha Powders
Here are my favorite matcha powders for smoothies, lattes, energy bites, and more!
- Vital Proteins Matcha Collagen (opens in a new tab) – this one is hands down my favorite. Although it’s not a “true” matcha powder since it has collagen peptides added, I find that this one holds up the best in lattes, energy bites, and other recipes. It’s truly the best and I love that it has protein as well!!
- Thrive Market Organic Matcha (opens in a new tab) – this is a great matcha powder for everyday recipes and teas.
- Kiss Me Organics Matcha Green Tea Powder (opens in a new tab) – another great option that’s organic and tastes amazing!
Also, this Matcha Tea Frother (opens in a new tab) is such a great tool for frothy lattes and mixing matcha powder into recipes!
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Is Too Much Matcha Bad?
Matcha is just like any other caffeine source, so don’t go overboard with it. If you intake a lot of caffeine each day you’re likely to be hit with caffeine withdrawal symptoms if you stop drinking it, which is not good. Like everything, matcha should be consumed in moderation to most benefit from its nutrition!
Ingredients for This Recipe
You only need 5 simple ingredients to make these delicious matcha smoothie bowls!
Dates – Dates add nutrition as well as sweeten these delicious smoothie bowls! Feel free to use honey or agave syrup (opens in a new tab) instead if you don’t have pitted dates on hand.
Almond Milk – Regular or unsweetened almond milk is the base liquid in this recipe. Any type of milk will also work great!
Matcha Powder – I used Vital Proteins Matcha Collagen (opens in a new tab), but this recipe works wonderfully with any type of matcha powder.
Nut Butter – Almond or cashew butter add healthy fats and thicken the smoothie.
Frozen Bananas – Blending frozen bananas into these matcha smoothie bowls make them thick, creamy, and taste like ice cream for breakfast!
Other variations: feel free to add frozen pineapple, apples, frozen strawberries, or more ice to thicken these smoothie bowls to the desired consistency!
How to Make Matcha Banana Smoothie Bowls
Making these Matcha Banana Smoothie Bowls is SO easy. Here’s how to whip them up for a healthy breakfast in 5 minutes or less!
- Blend dates and nut butter together.
- Add in matcha and almond milk, then blend.
- Add in frozen bananas and blend until smooth.
- Pour into bowls, add your favorite toppings, enjoy!
Extra Tips for Making a Matcha Banana Smoothie
- Make sure to use frozen bananas for a cool, thick, ice cream like texture. You can keep peeled bananas in the freezer by slicing and storing them in sandwich bags. Simply use them frozen when you need them. They are great in all smoothies!
- Use a spatula to mix in any dates that stick to the sides of the blender.
- You can top your matcha smoothie bowls with your favorite ingredients, so experiment and have fun!
Topping Ideas
Once you’ve blended the smoothie bowls, feel free to add any toppings that you desire! Here are a few ideas:
- Toasted Coconut (opens in a new tab)
- Chopped Walnuts
- Goji Berries (opens in a new tab)
- Fresh Fruit
- Homemade Granola
More Smoothie & Smoothie Bowl Recipes
- Strawberry Acai Smoothie Bowl
- Banana Cashew Butter Chia Seed Smoothie
- Dragon Fruit Smoothie Bowl
- Strawberry Banana Chia Seed Smoothie
- Banana Split Smoothie Bowl
- Pineapple Mango Smoothie Bowl
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Matcha Banana Smoothie Bowls
Ingredients
- 6 medium pitted dates (opens in a new tab) (or 1/4 cup honey/agave)
- 1/4 cup almond butter (opens in a new tab)
- 1 cup almond milk
- 1/4 cup matcha powder (opens in a new tab)
- 2 medium frozen bananas
Instructions
- Blend the dates and almond butter together.
- Add in the almond milk and matcha powder, then blend.
- Lastly, add in the frozen bananas and blend until smooth.
- Pour into bowls and add your favorite toppings!
Notes
- Make sure to use frozen bananas for a cool, thick, ice cream like texture. You can keep peeled bananas in the freezer by slicing and storing them in sandwich bags. Simply use them frozen when you need them. They are great in all smoothies!
- Use a spatula to mix in any dates that stick to the sides of the blender.
- You can top your matcha smoothie bowls with your favorite ingredients, so experiment and have fun!
Nutrition
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I was looking for a yummy fresh smoothie, and this is what I wanted!I was so satisfied. it is healthy, and yummy. I definetely recommend this recipe!
Matcha us such a wonderful thing. So versatile, and you have used it in a beautiful healthy way. This bowl would definitely fill you with energy and vitality!
I absolutely love smoothies for breakfast as I can add in so many healthy ingredients. Love this combination and adding dates was such a brilliant idea.
This is such a great start to the day! I love how simple and easy the recipe is and that matcha gives me a kick of caffeine I need in the morning!
I love matcha and this smoothie bowl is divine! I like that there is no refined sugar in this recipe too.