This easy yogurt bowl recipe (maple pecan and banana bowl) will make mornings easier and more delicious, all you need is a few minutes and a few ingredients. You'll find a template to DIY a bowl and a few more recipes here too.
[This yogurt bowl recipe was originally posted in July 2018. It has been updated with photos, video, cooking instructions, expert tips, FAQ, related recipes and ways to repurpose/use up ingredients]
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Yogurt bowl recipes are such an easy way to start and fuel your day. The flavor combinations are endless and you can adapt them to use up ingredients you already have. Use fresh, frozen, or dried fruit for sweetness and lots of flavor.
Yogurt Bowl Template
I've simplified my own approach to yogurt bowls, here's how I break it down:
yogurt + fruit + crunchies
Yogurt is the base, it's a good source of calcium, protein, and hopefully some fat (chose 2% or whole yogurt) to keep you satisfied and absorb the nutrients from the fruit.
Use fresh, frozen, or dried fruit-whatever you have/prefer.
Add crunchies, this can be in the form of granola, a great source of grain, or chia seeds or flaxseeds, or even chocolate chips.
If you're using plain yogurt (which I use and keep in my fridge for versatility) you might want to add sweetener to your yogurt bowl recipe. It can be honey, brown sugar/regular sugar, maple syrup, or a banana, etc.
Ingredients
Scroll down to the yogurt bowl recipe card for the amounts of each ingredient, but here's a quick visual + description of what's in this recipe.
- Yogurt: I use plain yogurt because I can use it in more recipes/breakfasts than flavored. Plus you can add flavorings, giving you more options. Use whatever kind of yogurt that you like though. I do recommend not fat free because fat is satiating.
- Banana: I like adding banana to the pecans and maple syrup, but you can adapt it however you want. Blueberries, other berries will also be delicious in this recipe.
- Pecans: I like to add something crunchy to a yogurt bowl recipe, pecans are great with maple syrup and bananas, but you can substitute it for granola or other nuts.
- Maple Syrup: I like adding maple syrup or honey to yogurt for sweetness and flavor, but you can substitute it for another sweetener or skip it. If using plain yogurt, some sweetener will be nice.
Instructions
Scroll down to the yogurt bowl recipe card for more detailed instructions. Here's a quick overview + photos to see how to make this recipe in general.
1.Slice banana.
2. Add yogurt to bowl, top with banana, pecans, and maple syrup.
3. Enjoy immediately.
Other Yogurt Bowl Recipes
- Frozen Fruit and Granola Bowl: 1 cup yogurt, ½ cup frozen fruit (or fresh), ⅓-1/2 cup granola of choice
- Blueberry Mango Coconut Bowl: 1 cup yogurt, ½ cup blueberries and mango slices, 1-2 Tablespoons coconut pieces
- Peanut Butter and Jelly Bowl: 1 cup yogurt, 1 Tablespoon peanut butter, 1-2 teaspoons jelly of choice, 1 teaspoon chia seeds
- Make the topping from any of these recipes. Just add the topping to your yogurt bowl-
Storage/Reheating Tips
Store any leftover yogurt bowl in an airtight container, in the fridge for about a week. Any granola or crunchy add-in will get soggy in the fridge, so try to eat those up or remove them before storing. Switch up your yogurt bowl recipe for leftovers.
Substitutions/Tips
- Use whatever kind of yogurt you like/have on hand. Plain/vanilla or fruit is usually best for these yogurt bowl recipes.
- Add additional sweetener if using plain, if desired.
- swap frozen for fresh fruit, or visa versa. You can just use whatever fruit you like too. These yogurt bowl recipes are easy to adapt.
- Optional add-ins: chocolate chips, flaxseeds, nut butter, dried fruit, etc.
FAQ
I like to add fruit and crunchies*, etc to make a more filling yogurt bowl recipe. Crunchies= granola, chia seeds, flax seeds, chopped nuts, etc. You can also add sweetener and nut butter to make it more filling. Fruit adds flavor and sweetness.
Other breakfast recipes
- Banana Blueberry Oatmeal Muffins
- Time Saving Frozen Breakfast Sandwich
- Smoothie with Granola
- Single Serve Banana Bread
- Microwave Egg in a Cup
What to do with leftover ingredients
When you're cooking for one, you often have leftover produce, cans of whatever ingredient, etc. Here are a couple ideas on how to use up the leftover ingredients. It'll help you save money by wasting fewer ingredients.
- Yogurt: Peanut Butter Yogurt, Spinach Apple Banana Smoothie, Lentil Stroganoff
- Banana: Overnight Oats with Yogurt, Strawberry Banana Peanut Butter Smoothie
- Pecans: Easy Bananas Foster Pancakes, add to Protein Granola
Did you make this yogurt bowl recipe? Leave me a comment & rating to share how it turned out!
Banana, Maple, and Pecan Yogurt Bowl Recipe
Equipment
- knife
- cutting board
- Measuring Spoons
Ingredients
- 1 whole banana
- 1 cup plain or vanilla yogurt or other favorite flavor
- 2 Tablespoons pecans chopped or whole
- 1 teaspoon+ maple syrup
Instructions
- Slice banana.
- Add to 1 cup of plain or vanilla yogurt
- Sprinkle 2 Tablespoons chopped pecans (or whole) over yogurt. Drizzle 1 teaspoon or more of maple syrup over yogurt bowl. Enjoy immediately.
Notes
- Try these other yogurt bowl recipes:
- Frozen Fruit and Granola Bowl: 1 cup yogurt, ½ cup frozen fruit (or fresh), ⅓-1/2 cup granola of choice
- Blueberry Mango Coconut Bowl: 1 cup yogurt, ½ cup blueberries and mango slices, 1-2 Tablespoons coconut pieces
- Peanut Butter and Jelly Bowl: 1 cup yogurt, 1 Tablespoon peanut butter, 1-2 teaspoons jelly of choice, 1 teaspoon chia seeds
- Use whatever kind of yogurt you like/have on hand. Plain/vanilla or fruit is usually best for these recipes.
- Add additional sweetener if using plain, if desired.
- swap frozen for fresh fruit, or visa versa. You can just use whatever fruit you like too. These recipes are easy to adapt.
- Optional add-ins: chocolate chips, flaxseeds, nut butter, dried fruit, etc.
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Patty @ Spoonabilities says
I love yogurt bowls any time of day, but it has definitely been my main breakfast go-to! This looks so good!
Rebecca says
same here! all the time! thanks
Abbey says
Love all the hacks and ideas for yogurt in there! And the photos are beautiful!
Rebecca says
thanks so much Abbey!
Julie @ Running in a Skirt says
Such a good way to start the day! I love adding goodies to my yogurt bowls too.
Rebecca says
right?! it's the best
Mikki says
Love a good, healthy, and easy snack!
Rebecca says
me too!
Emily @Sinful Nutrition says
Yogurt bowls are a favorite of mine in the summer. So quick and refreshing for a hot morning!
Rebecca says
totally! they're so refreshing
Chichi says
Hmmm. I literally want to eat these off the screen. I love yoghurt and this yoghurt bowl is so rich and can fit into a healthy lifestyle.
Rebecca says
me too! they're soo delicious! thanks
Soniya says
What a perfect way to start your day!! I love yogurt bowls and you have made it looks more gorgeous ??
Rebecca says
thanks so much! agreed
Jennifer says
I always need quick easy ideas in the morning for me and my kids. Looks yummy!
Rebecca says
yay! this is quick & so easy!
Janette | Culinary Ginger says
I love a yogurt bowl, the creamy, sweet crunchy bites are so satisfying. I need to check these out, I love Dannon yogurt.
Rebecca says
yes! and isn't Dannon great?! love how creamy it is
Jenni LeBaron says
I am a huge advocate for yogurt everyday because it is so good for you. This is a great way to jazz it up!