This smoothie bowl is a majorly nutritious way to eat chocolate for breakfast or dessert (or both).
, an amino acid that gets turned into serotonin in the brain and act as a precursor to melatonin. When consumed with protein- and tryptophan-rich nut butter, the carbs from the banana can make tryptophan more bioavailable to your brain and increase your ability to sleep."This treat is a sleep aid wonder," she says.
Milk is also packed with its own slew of health benefits: potassium, magnesium, vitamin B12, vitamin D, and calcium. Milk is a , which is key to your body’s growth, your cells’ ability to repair themselves, and your immune system’s self-regulation. In order to make the most out of this smoothie bowl, Jawad suggests that you use frozen bananas, which she says can help “create a really creamy texture as well as making your smoothie cold.” Plus, tossing in frozen bananas means that you don’t have to add any ice, which can water down the finished product.
Given the multiplicity of health benefits in this recipe, we don’t blame you for wanting to make this sweet treat ahead of time. But word to the wise: Jawad recommends against pre-making it when possible. “Smoothie bowls are best enjoyed soon after they are made for the best texture and flavor," she says."As soon as you blend the bananas they do start to lose some nutritional benefits.”
Keep in mind that you can adjust the proportions of this recipe as you see fit, depending on how you like the consistency or sweetness of your smoothie bowls. If you’re following a plant-based diet, you can easily swap out regular milk with plant-based alternatives like those from