Blueberry Almond Smoothie Bowl
By Marty Cole · June 24, 2026
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Honestly, I almost bailed on this Blueberry Almond Smoothie Bowl because I forgot to freeze the Ninja Creami pint until the night before, which meant a slightly shorter freeze time and a crumbly first spin. One small splash of almond milk and a re-spin later, totally scoopable and creamy, problem solved. My daughter called it "purple ice cream for breakfast," which, yeah, accurate. Tip worth knowing: stir your almond butter into the warm base before freezing so it blends evenly instead of sinking into a weird frozen pocket at the bottom. She ate the whole bowl before I got a photo.
How it spins
Tip: freeze the pint on a level shelf for a full 24 hours. If the first spin looks crumbly, add a splash of milk and run Re-spin.
Ingredients
- Frozen Blueberries1.25 cups
- Unsweetened Almond Milk0.5 cup
- Greek Yogurt0.25 cup
- Almond Butter1.5 tbsp
- Maple Syrup1 tbsp
- Granolaoptional0.25 cup
- Sliced Almondsoptional2 tbsp
- Fresh Blueberriesoptional0.25 cup
- Hemp Seedsoptional1 tsp
Directions
- 1Combine the frozen blueberries, almond milk, yogurt, almond butter, and maple syrup in a bowl and stir until well mixed.
- 2Pour into a Creami pint under the max fill line, seal, and freeze flat for 24 hours.
- 3Run the SMOOTHIE_BOWL preset. If crumbly, add a splash of almond milk and Re-spin.
- 4Scoop into a bowl and top with granola, sliced almonds, fresh blueberries, and hemp seeds.
Tips
- Freeze your pint completely flat and level on a shelf, not tilted, so it freezes evenly and the Creami can spin it smoothly without getting stuck.
- If your smoothie bowl comes out too crumbly or powdery after spinning, add just a tablespoon of almond milk and re-spin it to get that creamy texture back.
- Let the frozen pint sit at room temperature for 2 to 3 minutes before inserting it into the Creami, so it's not rock hard and the machine can process it more easily.
Variations
- Swap the Greek yogurt for coconut yogurt if you want a dairy-free version, keeping the same amount.
- Use natural peanut butter instead of almond butter for a different nutty flavor, or try tahini for a lighter, earthier taste.
FAQ
- Can I make this smoothie bowl without almond butter?
- Yes, you can skip it or use tahini or natural peanut butter instead, but the smoothie bowl will be thinner and less creamy since almond butter adds body and richness to the frozen pint.
- How long does the frozen pint last in the freezer?
- The frozen pint stays good for about 2 weeks if you keep it in an airtight container or wrapped well, though it's best spun fresh within the first few days.
- Why did my smoothie bowl come out icy and crumbly instead of creamy?
- This happens when the base doesn't have enough fat or protein to freeze smoothly; add a splash of almond milk and re-spin it, or next time make sure you're using full-fat Greek yogurt and don't skip the almond butter.
- Can I use fresh blueberries instead of frozen?
- You can, but you'll need to freeze them solid in the pint first, which takes 24 hours or longer, and fresh berries release more water so you may need to reduce the almond milk slightly to keep it thick enough.
Nutrition
Per serving · makes about 2 servings · estimated
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Meet Marty Cole
I'm a home cook who got a little obsessed with the Ninja Slushi and Creami. I test every recipe in my own kitchen on a real machine, dial in the texture, and only post the ones my family actually finishes.
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