The Mochachia Smoothie Bowl (vegan protein breakfast bowl)

Chia seeds, that trendy superfood, that’s actually been around since ancient Mayan and Aztec times, is the hero of The Mochachia smoothie bowl. Chia seeds have all sorts of things to brag about, being a superfood and all, but one of their most unique qualities is the ability to turn any liquid into a gel like substance. This makes chia seeds an excellent, nutrient dense thickening agent in plant-based recipes.

Unlike flax seeds, chia seeds don’t need to be ground for your body to absorb the nutritional benefits. Whole chia seeds are equally nutrient dense. Ground chia seeds do, however, work better as a quick thickening agent without the “frog egg” appearance or texture of soaked whole chia seeds. So, I prefer to use ground chia seeds in smoothie bowl recipes, but it’s totally up to you! (for more info. on chia seeds click here)

This is a great recipe for anyone who loves coffee and chocolate together. Full of rich chocolatey coffee flavor, I feel like I’m inviting my favorite coffee shop and superfoods into my kitchen, every time I make The Mochachia smoothie bowl. And because it’s made with beans and seeds, all that fiber and protein will keep you feeling sweetly satisfied for hours.

Proudly featured in The Vegan Vogue .co.uk website in their recipes book under breakfasts.

Ingredients for The Mochachia Smoothie Bowl

Method for making The Mochachia smoothie bowl

the mochachia smoothie bowl ingredients in a blender container — Step One:

1. If using canned beans, drain and thoroughly rinse the beans to avoid a beany taste. One 15 oz. can is approximately 1½ cups. If you have cooked dried beans, measure out 1½ cups.

the mochachia smoothie bowl ingredients ready for blending — Step Two:

2. Add the beans, bananas and pear to a blender container, followed by the coffee, coconut milk, vanilla and coffee extract, along with the cacao powder, salt, ground chia seeds and dates

the mochachia smoothie bowl blended in a vitamix — Step Three:

3. Securely attach the lid to your container and blend util creamy, starting on low speed and working up to medium speed. You may have to stop and scrape down the sides of the container or use the tamper (with a Vitamix) to push the food down and around toward the blade. This will take about a minute or more, depending on what type of blender you are using.

the mochachia smoothie bowl ready to serve in bowls — Step Four:

4. Scoop the delicious superfood mixture, which will be the consistency of thick pancake batter into two or three bowls and top with a drizzle of tahini and a dollop of coconut whip cream.

Enjoy as an easy energizing breakfast or a filling superfood snack!

Note: You can buy chia seeds that are already ground or grind your own in a small coffee grinder or spice grinder. If those choices aren’t available, use whole chia seeds.

Other superfood smoothie bowls you might fall in love with:

The Evergreen Smoothie Bowl

The Chocolate PB Cup Smoothie Bowl

The Pot O’ Gold Smoothie Bowl

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The Mochachia Smoothie Bowl