Ninja Creami Smoothie Bowls are amazing! They are not only delicious but blessedly convenient. This recipe is more of a formula for creating any flavored smoothie bowl you like in the Ninja Creami. The example here is a delicious recipe for a cherry blueberry smoothie bowl. Yum!
We love smoothie bowls here and with our busy mornings, being able to make them in the Ninja Creami is such a game-changer! We like to prep a few pint containers and just pull one out and run it through the Creami when we are ready to enjoy it! It is an easy way to make breakfast easier or enjoy a healthy dessert later in the day. The simple ingredients and minimal effort for this recipe make it a winner! Prep a few containers for delicious breakfasts throughout the week.
What Model of Ninja Creami Machine Do I Need to Make a Smoothie Bowl?
You can make a smoothie bowl with any Ninja Creami model. While the Ninja Creami Breeze and the standard Ninja Creami both have smoothie bowl options the Ninja Creami Deluxe does not. So can you make a smoothie bowl in the Ninja Creami Deluxe? Yes! Just use the ‘lite ice cream’ button which performs the same operation as the 'smoothie bowl' option on the other models.
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Ingredients
The amount of ingredients you use for a smoothie bowl will depend on which model of Ninja Creami you have. I have included amounts for both sizes here as well as in the recipe card. The main trick is to fill your container nearly to the fill line with solids and then cover them with liquid up to the fill line. It’s pretty easy but this formula will make it foolproof!
- Fruit and Veggies - You can use all fruit or a mix of fruit and veggies. Here I used a mix of cherries, wild blueberries, and zucchini. For a regular pint you will want to use 1 cup and for a larger pint use 1 and ½ cups of fruit. You can start with frozen fruit or fresh fruit. If you want it to be an acai bowl, include an acai packet in your fruit measurements.
- Bananas - I always include bananas in my smoothie bowls because I like the texture. If you don’t want to use a banana you can omit it and add more fruit or try avocado for a similar texture! For a regular pint add about ½ a banana and for a larger pint add up to a whole banana.
- Liquid - Use your favorite milk, juice, or water. Cover your fruit and fill to the fill line of your container. In a regular pint, this will be about ½ cup of liquid and in the larger pint, it will be about ¾ of a cup.
Other Optional Add-Ins
- Protein powder - if you would like to add protein powder you can either put it straight in the container or mix it into your liquid before adding it to your container.
- Fat - Adding a healthy source of fat can make your smoothie bowl more satisfying and creamy! If you are using plant milk you will already have some fat. You can also add nut butter, avocado, or seeds.
- Sweetener - If you want your smoothie bowl extra sweet you can add a sweetener of your choice. Maple syrup is an excellent option!
Whatever you decide to put in your smoothie bowl, be careful not to add ingredients past the max fill line of your container.
See recipe card for quantities.
Instructions
Step 1: Place Fruit and any other add-ins in your pint container.
Step 2: Cover the fruit with liquid to the fill line.
Step 3: Freeze the container for 8-24 hours.
Step 4: Process with the Ninja Creami.
Place all your fruits and veggies in your Ninja Creami pint container.
Include any other additions, like protein powder or nut butter.
Pour liquid in making sure not to fill past the liquid fill line of your container. Place the storage lid on top.
Place in the freezer with the top side up on a flat surface. Freeze overnight or for 24 hours.
When ready to eat, take the pint out of your freezer. I like to run warm water over the container for about a minute before I process it but it isn't necessary.
Take the storage lid off your pint and place the container in the Outer Bowl of the Ninja Creami. Twist the outer bowl lid on (make sure the blade is securely attached) and place the bowl assembly on the motor base. Twist the bowl assembly up until it reaches the top and won't twist anymore.
Now it is time to process or ‘spin.' Select ‘smoothie bowl’ option on a standard Ninja Creami, or the ‘lite ice cream’ option on the Ninja Creami Deluxe.
I usually add a little splash of liquid after the first spin and respin one or two more times until I get the consistency I like. You can keep respinning without adding more liquid but I get the best results when I add the liquid. The smoothie is so thick to begin with that adding a splash more liquid doesn’t affect the results. It doesn't take much liquid to get the texture right on the respin!
Whether you want to enjoy it right out of the Ninja Creami Pint or transfer it to a bowl, add your favorite toppings and dig in!
What to do with Leftovers
If you have smoothie leftovers you can add the smoothie back into your creami pint. Make sure to level out the top with your spoon. Then, refreeze and respin the next morning!
You can also divide it into popsicle molds and freeze for a fun treat later!
Smoothie Bowl Topping Ideas
- Seeds (hemp seeds, chia seeds, flax seeds, pumpkin seeds, etc)
- Nuts (walnuts, pecans, peanuts, etc)
- Shredded Coconut
- Fresh Fruit (fresh strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, bananas, kiwis, dragon fruit, etc)
- Cacao Nibs
- Nut Butter (Peanut butter, almond butter, etc)
- Granola
- Cereal
Other Smoothie Bowl Flavor Ideas
- Strawberry Banana
- Acai
- Tropical
- Chocolate Peanut Butter
- Orange Julius
For other smoothie bowl recipes check out this blue spirulina smoothie bowl or this strawberry mango smoothie bowl.
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Ninja Creami Smoothie Bowl
Equipment
- Ninja Creami
Ingredients
- 1 cup fruit (I used cherries, blueberries, and zucchini) 1 ½ cups for Ninja Creami Deluxe
- ½ banana up to 1 banana for Ninja Creami Deluxe
- ½ cup liquid (I used almond milk) ¾ cup for Ninja Creami Deluxe
Instructions
- Place all your fruits and veggies in your Ninja Creami pint container.
- Include any other additions, like protein powder or nut butter.
- Pour liquid in making sure not to fill past the liquid fill line of your container. Place storage lid on top.
- Place in the freezer with the top side up on a flat surface. Freeze overnight or for 24 hours.
- When ready to eat, take the pint out of your freezer. I like to run warm water over the container for about a minute before I process it but it isn't necessary.
- Take the storage lid off your pint and place the container in the Outer Bowl of the Ninja Creami. Twist the outer bowl lid on (make sure the blade is securely attached) and place the bowl assembly on the motor base. Twist the bowl assembly up until it reaches the top and won't twist anymore.
- Now it is time to process or ‘spin.' Select ‘smoothie bowl’ option on a standard Ninja Creami, or the ‘lite ice cream’ option on the Ninja Creami Deluxe.
- I usually add a little splash of liquid after the first spin and respin one or two more times until I get the consistency I like. You can keep respinning without adding more liquid but I get the best results when I add the liquid. The smoothie is so thick to begin with that adding a splash more liquid doesn’t affect the results. It doesn't take much liquid to get the texture right on the respin!
- Whether you want to enjoy it right out of the Ninja Creami Pint or transfer it to a bowl, add your favorite toppings and dig in!
Notes
- Other optional add-ins include: Protein powder and fat (in the form of nut butter, seeds, or avocado)
- Topping Ideas: seeds, nuts, shredded coconut, fresh fruit, cacao nibs, nut butter, and/or granola
- Your fruit can be fresh or frozen when you put it into the container. You are going to freeze it anyway.
- The nutrition facts are based off the smoothie that I made in the post. They will differ depending on what ingredients you choose to use.
- The nutrition facts will also change depending on what toppings you use.
- For a more balanced meal, add some protein and fat, either in the smoothie mixture or in your toppings.
Chantry says
I hope you love making smoothie bowls in your Ninja Creami as much as we do! It's one of our favorite things to meal prep!