Get a gentle boost of sustainable energy with this matcha tea- and maca-powered (optional) smoothie bowl. The base of this bowl is great if you want a natural boost without added sugar, but if you prefer just a touch of sweet, add a bit of coconut or dried fruit. This bowl is like a gentle wake-up call in the morning.
Yields2 ServingsPrep Time10 minsCook Time-2 minTotal Time8 mins
Ingredients
Base
1cupcashews (raw, unsalted)
1cupplant-based milk (unsweetened, unflavored)
2tspmatch (pure ground)
2tspmaca powder (optional)
½tspground turmeric
¼tspground cinnamon
2dashesnutmeg
2tspvanilla extract (preferably alcohol-free)
Toppings
¼cupcoconut flakes (unsweetened)
¼cupalmond slivers (or chopped almonds)
2tbspdates (pitted, sliced)
2tspcinnamon
Directions
1
Add all base ingredients to a blender or food processor.
2
Blend until smooth.
3
Divide between two bowls.
4
Split the coconut, almond, dates, and cinnamon between the two bowls as toppings.
Chef's Notes
Making it creamier Soaking the cashews in water for 4-6 hours and draining the water before blending can help to make this smoothie bowl even creamier, but it’s not a necessary step if you forget or don’t have time.
Make it creamier and naturally sweeter Add a frozen fairtrade banana to the base ingredients.
Top with your favorite nut or seed butter.
Activate turmeric ingredients Add a dash of black pepper.
Storage
Store the base in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days. Store and add the toppings separately.
Ingredients
Base
1cupcashews (raw, unsalted)
1cupplant-based milk (unsweetened, unflavored)
2tspmatch (pure ground)
2tspmaca powder (optional)
½tspground turmeric
¼tspground cinnamon
2dashesnutmeg
2tspvanilla extract (preferably alcohol-free)
Toppings
¼cupcoconut flakes (unsweetened)
¼cupalmond slivers (or chopped almonds)
2tbspdates (pitted, sliced)
2tspcinnamon
Directions
1
Add all base ingredients to a blender or food processor.
2
Blend until smooth.
3
Divide between two bowls.
4
Split the coconut, almond, dates, and cinnamon between the two bowls as toppings.