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Berry smoothie bowls without a long shopping list

A smoothie bowl needs less liquid than a drinkable smoothie. Add milk slowly so the mixture stays thick enough to support fruit on top. This version uses frozen berries for convenience and fresh fruit for contrast, with no claim that it has special detoxifying properties.

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Original recipe · serves 2

Berry smoothie bowls without a long shopping list

10 minPreparation0 minCooking10 minTotal

Ingredients

How to make it

  1. Check the frozen berries packet: if cooking is required, follow those instructions and chill the fruit before using. Put the prepared berries, banana, yogurt and 2 tbsp milk in a blender.
  2. Blend until smooth, stopping to scrape down with the machine switched off. Add more milk only as needed.
  3. Divide between two bowls. Top with oats, fresh fruit and seeds if using.
  4. Serve immediately while thick and cold.

Make it work in your kitchen

A blender with a weaker motor may need more liquid; serve in a glass if the mixture becomes too thin. Yogurt and milk contain dairy, and oats need suitable certification for people who must avoid gluten. Follow any local frozen-berry safety advice.

Recipe note: Original AI-assisted recipe, not kitchen-tested. Timings are estimates; use the doneness and temperature checks stated. Photographs are illustrative. Check ingredient labels for allergens and read our food preparation and storage guide.

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