Skyr Protein Smoothie Bowl (Printable)

Creamy skyr and banana base topped with crunchy granola and mixed berries — protein-packed breakfast in minutes.

# What You Need:

→ Smoothie Base

01 - 1 cup (250 g) plain skyr (Icelandic yogurt)
02 - 1 large ripe banana (fresh or frozen)
03 - 1/2 cup (120 ml) milk of choice (dairy or non-dairy)
04 - 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup (optional)
05 - 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

→ Toppings

06 - 1/2 cup (60 g) granola
07 - 1/2 cup mixed fresh berries (e.g., strawberries, blueberries, raspberries)
08 - 1 tablespoon chia seeds (optional)
09 - 1 tablespoon unsweetened coconut flakes (optional)

# How-To Steps:

01 - In a blender, combine skyr, banana, milk, honey or maple syrup, and vanilla extract. Blend until smooth and creamy.
02 - Pour the smoothie base into two bowls.
03 - Top each bowl evenly with granola, fresh berries, chia seeds, and coconut flakes.
04 - Serve immediately and enjoy cold.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • This bowl is so thick and creamy, you can make it as indulgent or as healthy as you like and nobody would ever suspect it's packed with protein.
  • I keep coming back to it because all the toppings feel like a personalized treat, especially when I want breakfast to feel special without fuss.
02 -
  • I once made the mistake of adding too much milk from the start and ended up with a drink instead of a bowl—add a little at a time to keep it thick.
  • Freezing the banana makes the smoothie bowl ice cream-cold and creamy, and I wish I’d known that trick from the beginning.
03 -
  • Never underestimate the power of a frozen banana for achieving the thickest, spoonable consistency.
  • Layer toppings right before serving to keep granola crisp and berries vibrant—waiting too long makes everything soggy.
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