Gingerbread Cookie Matcha Bowl (Printable Version)

A vibrant bowl combining warm gingerbread spices and matcha’s antioxidant boost for a festive start.

# What You'll Need:

→ Smoothie Base

01 - 2 frozen bananas, sliced
02 - 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
03 - ½ cup rolled oats (gluten-free if needed)
04 - 1 tablespoon almond butter
05 - 1 teaspoon matcha powder
06 - 1 teaspoon ground ginger
07 - ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
08 - ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
09 - ¼ teaspoon ground cloves
10 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
11 - 1 tablespoon maple syrup (optional)

→ Toppings

12 - ¼ cup granola (gluten-free if needed)
13 - 1 tablespoon chopped candied ginger
14 - 1 tablespoon mini gingerbread cookies or cookie crumbles
15 - 2 teaspoons chia seeds
16 - Fresh fruit such as sliced banana or berries
17 - Sprinkle of ground cinnamon

# How To Make It:

01 - Place frozen bananas, almond milk, rolled oats, almond butter, matcha powder, ground ginger, ground cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, vanilla extract, and optional maple syrup into a high-speed blender.
02 - Blend until the mixture is smooth and creamy, adding additional almond milk as needed to reach desired consistency.
03 - Pour the smoothie evenly into two serving bowls.
04 - Top each bowl with granola, chopped candied ginger, gingerbread cookie crumbles, chia seeds, and fresh fruit.
05 - Finish with a light sprinkle of ground cinnamon and serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Cozy flavors of gingerbread cookies
  • Antioxidant goodness of matcha
02 -
  • For extra protein, add a scoop of vanilla or unflavored protein powder to the smoothie base
  • Swap almond butter with peanut or cashew butter if desired
03 -
  • Make it vegan by ensuring all toppings and granola are plant-based
  • Adjust spices to taste for a stronger or milder gingerbread flavor
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