This Gingerbread Protein Smoothie Bowl is thick, sweet, and warmly spiced, just like gingerbread cookie dough! You’ll love that it’s quick to make and ultra-satisfying. Enjoy this easy vegan breakfast all through the holiday season!

It’s been a hot minute since I posted a smoothie bowl recipe, but Christmas is just around the corner and I could eat gingerbread all day long, starting with breakfast. I caught the gingerbread bug at a young age when my sister and I ventured to make our own gingerbread house from scratch. We had the brilliant idea of boiling sugar to make “glue” that would hold the walls and roof of our house together. “This will work, right Sis?” Well, one permanently blackened saucepan and a very sticky countertop later we were the proud parents of a tiny gingerbread house. The best part was breaking off sweet, spicy chunks to nibble on throughout the day.

I still love the warm Christmassy flavors of gingerbread but want a fuss-free and healthier way to enjoy it for breakfast. So, to make life easy, I put all those flavors into a blender along with beans, oats, and almond butter for a satisfying and protein-rich meal. Now when I’m craving gingerbread, I leave the candy-covered house intact and reach for my blender instead!

Let’s take a look at the ingredients:

This high-protein smoothie bowl is rich, nutrient-dense, and very filling. I’m literally stuffed after 1 bowl. The protein comes naturally from beans, oats, and almond butter. If you want to add even more protein, check out the options below.

Beans- This is where most of the protein comes from. They’re loaded with fiber that will keep you feeling full for hours. I promise you can’t taste them!

Oats- give the bowl a touch of cakiness

Almond butter- adds even more protein and healthy fats. Plus, it tastes delicious!

Almond milk-for creaminess and easy blending

Cinnamon, ginger, and nutmeg- all the warm spices of the season

Ripe bananas and dates- for natural sweetness

A touch of salt- brings all the Christmassy flavors together

Additional protein boosters:

This smoothie bowl has an impressive 25 grams of protein (!) and is super filling. If you want to add even more protein, I’ve got a few options for you. Choose one:

2 tablespoons of protein powder, (click to get 10% off Complement Organic Protein Powder using code VEGETAFULL)
2 tablespoons of chia seeds
2 tablespoons of flaxseed meal

Tips for making the perfect smoothie bowl:

Make the full recipe- when using a full-size blender. I’ve tried making a single serving, using half the ingredients, in my Kitchen Aid. Most of the ingredients ended up on the sides of the container and didn’t blend smoothly.
For a single serving- cut the ingredients in half and use a small cup-style blender like a Nutribullet and a splash more almond milk.
Add an extra splash of almond milk- to help a non-high-powered blender grab the food.
Use unsulphured black strap molasses- for that classic gingerbread flavor.
Use ripe bananas- for natural sweetness.

I’m so happy it’s officially gingerbread season and I can munch on that sweet-spicy flavor all day long! I know you’ll love it too.

Tastes just like gingerbread cookie dough
Loaded with protein
Thick
Very filling
Naturally sweet
Full of warm seasonal spices
Vegan & gluten-free

Here’s everything you need to make this recipe:

Ingredients / Makes 2 smoothie bowls

2 ripe bananas
1 can (15 oz / 425g) of white beans, drained and rinsed
2/3 cup (62g) of rolled oats
¼ cup (60ml) of almond milk
2 tablespoons of unsulphured black strap molasses
2 tablespoons of almond butter
4 medjool dates, pitted
1 teaspoon of cinnamon
½ teaspoon of ginger
¼ teaspoon of nutmeg
1/8 teaspoon of salt

Step 1

Step 2

How to make Gingerbread Protein Smoothie Bowl

1. Add all your ingredients to a blender.

2. Blend at medium speed, working your way up to high speed, until smooth and creamy. Stop and scrape the sides of the container as needed.

3. Scoop into bowls and top with a dollop of non-dairy whip cream!

FAQ:

Can I make a gingerbread smoothie instead?

I’m so glad you asked! If you’re a smoothie lover and want to drink your gingerbread out of a glass, cut the recipe in half and add an additional ½ cup of almond milk. The more milk you add, the thinner it will be!

I love gingerbread muffins; do you have a recipe?

Yup! I wouldn’t leave you hanging with only 1 gingerbread recipe. Make these Vegan Gingerbread Blender Muffins next!

Is this smoothie bowl a snack or a meal?

This smoothie bowl is a full meal and not meant to be a meal replacer, like a breakfast shake, which can leave you feeling hungry. With beans for protein, oats for fiber, almond butter for healthy fat, and bananas for natural sweetness, you’ll get all the nutrients you need in a single bowl.

Can I eat a smoothie bowl every day?

I certainly do! My go-to breakfast 9 times out of 10 is a smoothie bowl or a smoothie. I love how you can tuck in extra ingredients to make it even healthier. They’re also sweet and satisfying taking very little effort to make.

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Gingerbread Protein Smoothie Bowl

Let’s take a look at the ingredients:

Additional protein boosters:

Tips for making the perfect smoothie bowl: