Bowl Mix Vers Fruit Recipe

Combine base ingredients

In a medium bowl, stir together rolled oats, chia seeds and almond milk until evenly combined. Add vanilla extract and honey (or maple syrup) and whisk briefly. If using protein powder, add it now and mix until smooth.

Fold in the Greek yogurt to create a creamy, slightly thickened base. If the mixture is too thick, add up to 2 tablespoons more almond milk to reach desired consistency.

Let the base rest for 10 minutes so the oats and chia soften and thicken. You can refrigerate during this time for a cold bowl.

While the base rests, prepare the fruit: slice the banana, dice the mango, and halve any large strawberries. Keep berries whole if small.

Gently fold the applesauce or grated apple into the oat-yogurt mixture to add natural sweetness and moisture. Then fold in half of the mixed berries and half of the banana slices so some fruit is incorporated into the base.

Spoon the thickened oat-and-fruit base into a serving bowl.

Arrange the remaining fresh fruit on top (remaining berries, banana slices, mango) for a colorful presentation.

Scatter the chopped almonds, toasted pumpkin seeds, coconut flakes and granola over the fruit for crunch.

Grate the lemon zest over the bowl and sprinkle the cinnamon if using. Taste and drizzle an extra 1/2–1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup if you prefer sweeter.

Serve immediately for a textured bowl, or chill 10–15 minutes for a cooler, more set texture.

If you want a smoother, drinkable version, blend the prepared bowl with 1/2 cup additional almond milk until smooth and pour into a glass as a smoothie bowl beverage.