15 Best Smoothie Bowl Toppings (Healthy Ideas)

Smoothie bowls are all about the toppings. 

Start with a smoothie base, like this easy strawberry smoothie bowl recipe, then pick a combination of toppings that goes well with your chosen flavor.

Adding any one of these delicious toppings to your smoothie blend will make it a next-level healthy breakfast or snack. 

Best smoothie bowl toppings

1. Fresh fruit

Choose your favorite fruits! Sliced strawberries, sliced banana, kiwi, blueberries, or any other fruit you enjoy. They add natural sweetness, and texture and make for a colorful bowl. 

Use mixed berries, a variety of tropical fruit, and any other favorite toppings!

2. Chia seeds

This ancient grain packs a powerful nutritional punch and for good reason. The little black seeds (or white seeds) boast healthy fats, protein, and versatility in a variety of recipes.

3. Nut butter (or seed butter)

Nut and seed butter are great for drizzling or stirring on top of your bowl. They are a good source of dietary fiber, protein, essential fatty acids, and other nutrients. 

Almond butter, peanut butter, cashew butter, pistachio butter, or sun butter are great ways to add a little plant-based protein.

4. Flax seed

Similar to chia seeds, flax seeds add texture and a nutty flavor as well as omega fatty acids, lignans, and soluble dietary fiber. 

Use them whole or ground!

5. Granola

Adding nutrient-dense foods like granola to the top of your smoothie base is an easy way to get different flavors and textures with just one topping. 

Use homemade granola to control the type and amount of sweetener in the recipe. Sprinkle cinnamon apple granola, almond butter granola, almond joy granola, or maple date granola into your fruit breakfast bowl.

6. Coconut flakes

An easy source of dietary fiber and medium-chain fatty acids, use plain or toasted coconut flakes or shredded coconut. Choose the unsweetened variety to avoid any added sugar (great in these coconut oatmeal cookies!)

7. Pepitas (pumpkin seeds)

Pepitas, also known as pumpkin seeds, are small, green seeds that are packed with nutrients and offer several health benefits such as protein and essential micronutrients. 

They are definitely a great addition to your morning smoothie, but also are fantastic toppers for muffins, bread, and cookies!

8. Fruit compote

While some fruit compotes can be sugar-laden, making your own compote, allows you to control the amount and type of sweetener used. Compote adds a pop of flavor and color.

9. Granola butter

Made from whole grain oats, granola butter (also known as oat butter or oatmeal butter), adds the flavors of freshly baked granola with the ease of a plant-based butter. 

10. Dried fruit

Dried fruit is a healthy and convenient option that provides a variety of essential nutrients, flavor, and chewy texture. Unsweetened is best to avoid added sugar.

11. Hemp seeds

Hemp seeds, also known as hemp hearts, are a good source of omega-6 and omega-3 fatty acids, plant-based protein, and minerals, as well as a great source of fiber. For healthy breakfast bowls, this is a great addition for health benefits and crunch! You can also make your own hemp milk to use in your smoothies.

12. Nuts

Whether whole, sliced, or chopped into small pieces, nuts can add extra protein while also sharing heart-healthy benefits.

The most healthy way to make nuts a part of your delicious breakfast is to buy unsalted and unroasted raw nuts.

13. Cacao nibs

Cacao nibs are small pieces of crushed cacao beans that have a rich, intense flavor. They are often touted for their health benefits due to their nutritional content.

In lieu of chocolate chips, a little goes a long way with these crunchy bits.

14. Sunflower seeds

With antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and anti-microbial properties, sunflower seeds are a great nut-free option that adds flavor and texture.

Purchase unsalted and unroasted raw sunflower seeds to avoid added salt and oil.

15. Goji berries

Goji berries, also known as wolfberries, are bright red berries native to China. They have been used in traditional Chinese medicine for centuries and offer several health benefits due to their nutritional composition and health benefits.

Their nutritional benefits, bright red color, and texture make them one of the best toppings.