When it comes to breakfast, nine mornings out of ten I’ll choose savory.

But for that one morning I’m craving something bright and cooling and sweet, I love these grain-free breakfast bowls with banana cream and cacao.  It’s sweet and fruity, almost feels like dessert, and it’s so refreshing especially on a hot summer morning.  (And because I’m all about mixing up the time of day for expected recipes, this is also a great afternoon pick-me-up after a trip to the beach.  I don’t need to spend the money and risk questionable added ingredients buying a smoothie if I don’t know what I’m getting!)

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Banana Cream Monkey Bowls

A no-cook breakfast can be filling and refreshing on a weekend or, because it’s so fast, any work or school day! The nuts and oil add substance, and the cinnamon plays perfectly off the sweet fruits.

Author: Angela Sackett | Everyday Welcome

Ingredients

• 2 bananas peeled and frozen in 1” pieces
• 1 teaspoon coconut oil
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1 tablespoon milk plus extra as needed any kind
• 1 fresh banana sliced
• 4 strawberries sliced
• ½ cup raw cashews chopped
• 1 tablespoon cacao nibs optional
• 2 tablespoons honey optional

Directions

1. Using a food processor, blend frozen bananas, coconut oil, cinnamon and milk just enough to form a thick cream.
2. Divide cream between two bowls.
3. Top, evenly divided, with sliced banana, strawberries, cashews, coconut flakes, cacao nibs, and drizzle with optional honey.

Want to up the nutritional value of these grain-free breakfast bowls?

• Try adding a scoop of collagen or protein powder, or a palm-full of hemp seeds when you blend the bananas.  
• Drizzle with melted ghee or coconut oil before serving
• Replace the heavy cream with the thick layer on top of a can of full-fat coconut milk, chilled overnight in the fridge
• For a sweet-savory twist, try sprinkling with a bit of crispy bacon before serving!
• If you’re looking to make this dish Whole30 friendly, be mindful of your fruit intake and pair this bowl with poached, scrambled or boiled eggs or some leftover cooked protein.

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