Black Forest Berry Smoothie Bowl

Recipe makes 2 servings

Ingredients:

Smoothie:
1/2 cup (240ml) unsweetened almond milk or another non-dairy milk of choice
1 cup (126g) frozen mixed berries (such as cherries, raspberries, and blackberries)
1/4 cup (60g) heavy cream
2 Tbsp (31g) unsalted almond butter
1 Tbsp (10g) hemp or chia seeds
2 Tbsp (1.6g) monk fruit sweetener (or other sugar-free sweetener of choice)
2 scoops (80g) HLTH Code Chocolate Macadamia
1 Tbsp (7.5g) unsweetened raw cocoa powder (or to taste)
1 cup (111g) ice cubes

Topping:
1/3 cup (38g) fresh berries (such as strawberries, blueberries, and raspberries)
1 Tbsp (15g) chopped almonds or walnuts
2 Tbsp (32g) chopped dark chocolate (at least 85% cocoa), optional

 

Instructions:

Combine almond milk, berries, heavy cream, almond butter, seeds, and sweetener in a blender and blend until smooth and well combined.

Pour about 1/3 cup of the smoothie into a glass and reserve for decoration, if desired.

Add HLTH Code Chocolate Macadamia, cacao powder, and ice to the blender and blend well. Taste the smoothie and adjust the sweetness or cocoa flavor if desired by adding more sweetener or cocoa powder, then pour it into two serving bowls.

Spoon the reserved smoothie into the bowls and swirl with a spoon; garnish with fresh berries, chopped nuts, and chopped dark chocolate or a sprinkle of cacao powder.

Serve immediately and enjoy!

Optional: You can customize this recipe by adding a dollop of unsweetened whipped cream or a drizzle of sugar-free chocolate syrup as an extra treat.

 

Nutritional breakdown per serving (recipe makes 2)

550 Calories
22.2g Protein
41.4g Fat
9.5g Fiber
26.6g Total Carbs
16.8g NET Carbs
Dr. Benjamin Bikman

Author

Dr. Benjamin Bikman, PhD, is a metabolic scientist and professor of Physiology & Developmental Biology, widely recognized for his research on insulin resistance, human metabolism, and metabolic health. As an expert in energy regulation and the hormonal drivers of obesity, he has published numerous studies connecting diet, macronutrient balance, and insulin response. Dr. Bikman is the Co-Founder and Chief Scientist of HLTH Code, where he applies his metabolic research to formulate science-backed nutrition solutions. He is also the author of Why We Get Sick, a leading book on metabolic dysfunction, and is frequently referenced in discussions on low-carb nutrition, protein prioritization, and metabolic wellness.