BEST EVER Pineapple Banana Smoothie Bowl

Modified: Mar 24, 2025 · Published: Jan 28, 2021 by Lainey · This post may contain affiliate links · 2 Comments

Enjoy our creamy Pineapple Banana Smoothie Bowl, bursting with the delicious flavors of pineapple and banana, and loaded with vitamins and nutrients to start your day off right!

Looking for more smoothie bowl recipes? Try my Strawberry Smoothie Bowl or my Blueberry Smoothie Bowl.

pineapple banana smoothie in a white bowl

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Health Benefits of Pineapple
What kind of bananas should I use?
Top Tip
Variations
Substitutions
Storage
Ingredients
FAQs
Best Ever Pineapple Banana Smoothie Bowl

Health Benefits of Pineapple

Pineapples are loaded with vitamins A, K, calcium, phosphorus, and zinc.
They are rich in disease-fighting antioxidants, which help the immune system.
Great aid in digestion because it contains bromelain, a digestive enzyme.
Helps ease the symptoms of arthritis

What kind of bananas should I use?

If you're from the Philippines, the Cavendish banana, is widely used in various culinary applications due to its sweet flavor and creamy texture, making it an excellent choice for smoothies and smoothie bowls.

If you're in the US, any bananas from the store will do. Just make sure they're ripe, and if you can, go for frozen bananas for the best smoothie!

Top Tip

Use frozen pineapple and bananas for the best consistency!

a bowl of pineapple banana smoothie beside a stainless spoon

Variations

Tropical Twist: Add mango chunks or pineapple juice for an extra tropical flavor boost.
Berry Blast: Mix in some strawberries, blueberries, or raspberries for added sweetness and antioxidants.
Green Goodness: Incorporate spinach or kale leaves for a nutrient-packed green smoothie bowl.
Creamy Coconut: Blend in coconut milk or coconut yogurt for a creamy and indulgent texture.
Protein Power: Add a scoop of protein powder or Greek yogurt for extra protein to keep you full longer. And make it plant based by using dairy free products.
Nutty Crunch: Top your smoothie bowl with chopped nuts like almonds, granola, or toasted coconut flakes for added crunch and texture.
Chocolate Drizzle: Drizzle melted dark chocolate or cocoa powder over the top for a decadent touch.
Spice it Up: Add a pinch of cinnamon or ginger for a warm and spicy flavor kick.
Citrus Zing: Squeeze in some fresh lime or orange juice for a refreshing citrus twist.
Chia Seed Pudding: Serve your smoothie bowl over a layer of chia seed pudding for added fiber and texture.
- Or simply garnish with chia seeds right before eating.
Garnish with pineapple chunks, hemp seeds, pumpkin seeds.

Substitutions

Coconut Water: Swap out the liquid base with coconut water for a lighter and more refreshing smoothie bowl.
Almond Milk: Use almond milk instead of coconut milk or yogurt for a dairy-free option with a nutty flavor.
Honey or Maple Syrup: Substitute honey or maple syrup for sweetness if you don't have ripe bananas.
You're welcome to skip any garnishes, but feel free to add any that you enjoy.

Storage

Fresh is best, but if you need to store it, refrigerate for up to 2 hours or freeze for longer. When ready to eat, re-blend for the best taste.

Ingredients

Listed below are all the ingredients you will need:

For the Smoothie Bowl

frozen banana
frozen pineapples
coconut milk
lemon juice

For the toppings

frozen watermelon balls
grated carrots
pineapple balls
fresh rosemary
chopped peanuts

Instructions

Combine peeled frozen banana, frozen pineapples, coconut milk, and lemon juice in a blender and puree until smooth:

peeled bananas, sliced pineapples, coconut milk and lemon juice in a blender

Transfer to a bowl and mix some of the watermelon balls, grated carrots, and peanuts:

pineapple banana smoothie poured on a white bowl

Add the toppings as desired and enjoy.

FAQs

Do bananas have to be frozen for smoothie bowls?

You don't have to freeze bananas for smoothie bowls, but using frozen ones makes the smoothie thicker and creamier, like soft-serve ice cream. If you prefer a thinner smoothie or don't have frozen bananas, fresh ones work just fine!

What should you not mix pineapple with?

Avoid mixing pineapple with dairy products like milk or yogurt as it may cause digestive discomfort for some individuals due to the enzyme bromelain. Additionally, fresh pineapple should not be mixed with gelatin desserts as it can prevent them from setting properly.

How will I know that the pineapple I buy is ripe and sweet?

To find a sweet and ripe pineapple, choose one with yellow skin, give it a gentle squeeze—if it feels a little soft and smells sweet at the bottom, it's ready to eat!

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