Dragon Fruit Pitaya Smoothie Bowl
By Marty Cole · June 14, 2026
5.0 (1)
Okay so my wife kept asking for that Dragon Fruit Pitaya Smoothie Bowl from the smoothie place at the mall, and I figured the Ninja Creami could handle it. Frozen pitaya puree, strawberries, coconut milk, Greek yogurt, a little agave, freeze it overnight, spin it, done. Came out perfectly scoopable, creamy but not heavy, tastes honestly pretty close to the mall version. One thing worth knowing: pitaya bases tend to come out a little crumbly on the first spin, so just drizzle in a tablespoon of coconut milk and hit re-spin. My wife said nothing, just ate the whole bowl, which is basically a five-star review.
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 Pitaya Puree3.5 oz
- Frozen Strawberries0.5 cup
- Coconut Milk0.5 cup
- Greek Yogurt0.25 cup
- Agave Syrup1 tbsp
- Granolaoptional0.25 cup
- Kiwi Slicesoptional0.25 cup
- Chia Seedsoptional1 tsp
- Toasted Coconut Flakesoptional1 tbsp
Directions
- 1Thaw the pitaya puree just enough to break apart, then combine with the frozen strawberries, coconut milk, yogurt, and agave in a bowl and stir until smooth.
- 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 coconut milk and Re-spin.
- 4Scoop into a bowl and top with granola, kiwi, chia seeds, and coconut flakes.
Tips
- Freeze your pint completely flat and solid for the full 16-24 hours before spinning; a partially frozen center will come out crumbly and may need a splash of milk to re-spin into the right texture.
- Use full-fat Greek yogurt for creaminess, and if your Smoothie Bowl comes out too icy, add a tablespoon of coconut milk and re-spin immediately for a smoother scoop.
- Let the frozen pint sit at room temperature for 2-3 minutes before inserting it into the Creami if it feels stuck; this helps it release cleanly from the container.
Variations
- Swap the strawberries for frozen blueberries or frozen mango chunks to change the flavor profile while keeping the pitaya as your base.
- Use coconut cream instead of coconut milk for a richer, thicker bowl that requires less re-spinning.
FAQ
- Can I use fresh pitaya instead of frozen puree?
- No, fresh pitaya is too watery and won't freeze into a solid pint properly. Frozen pitaya puree is formulated to freeze and spin correctly in the Creami.
- Why did my bowl come out crumbly or powdery?
- This usually means the pint wasn't completely frozen solid, or the ratio of liquid to fruit was too low. Add 2-3 tablespoons of coconut milk to the container and re-spin on the Smoothie Bowl setting.
- Can I make this lighter or lower in calories?
- Yes, swap Greek yogurt for plain nonfat yogurt and use light coconut milk instead of full-fat, then freeze and spin as normal. The texture will be slightly icier, so you may need to re-spin with a touch of milk.
- How long can I keep the frozen pint in my freezer?
- Keep it frozen for up to 2 weeks before the flavors start to flatten and ice crystals build up. Once you've spun it, eat it right away since it melts quickly.
Nutrition
Per serving · makes about 2 servings · estimated
Ratings & Reviews
5.0 (1)- Yeun
Love this, super exotic and a little tangy for me
Jun 26, 2026
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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