You did the workout. You sweated. You swore. You earned this.
This smoothie bowl was engineered for post-ride glory — equal parts cool-down, recovery fuel, and “wow I’m kind of amazing for making this.”
With carbs to refill, protein to rebuild, electrolytes to rebalance, and mint to make you feel like a functioning adult — it’s basically everything your body is begging for after a long ride or run.
Let’s get into it.
The Full Ingredient List (Serves 1 Big Bowl or 2 Small Bowls)
The Base:
- 1½ frozen bananas, sliced (pro tip: slice before freezing so you don’t destroy your blender or your mood)
- 1 scoop Chocolate Skratch Recovery protein powder
- A few fresh mint leaves
- 1 packet Untapped Mint Maple Syrup (don’t skip this—it’s the secret sauce)
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1 cup unsweetened milk or yogurt
- Milk = silky smooth
- Yogurt = thicker, more spoonable, more “look at me, I’m thriving"
Why This Combo Works
- Carbs: The frozen banana + Untapped Maple Syrup give you quick carbs to replenish glycogen stores after endurance efforts.
- Protein: Chocolate Skratch Recovery gives you the protein hit your muscles are screaming for.
- Electrolytes: Both the Skratch Recovery and Untapped Maple have sodium and minerals to help you rehydrate.
- Mint: Anti-inflammatory, cooling, and honestly, just fun.
Optional Toppings (Highly Recommended for Max Satisfaction)
- Jessica’s Granola (crunch factor: 10/10)
- Purely Elizabeth Granola (very “influencer breakfast” energy)
- Rule Breaker Chocolate Mint Bites (soft, chewy, sneaky protein boost)
- Cocoa nibs (bitter, crunchy, and basically health food)
- Nuts/seeds: almonds, pumpkin seeds, chia, whatever you’ve got on hand
Step-by-Step Instructions
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Prep Your Blender:
Add the frozen banana slices, Chocolate Skratch Recovery powder, fresh mint leaves, Untapped Mint Maple Syrup, and your milk or yogurt base. -
Blend It Smooth:
Start on low speed to break up the frozen banana, then increase to high until it’s smooth and creamy. Scrape down the sides as needed.
If it’s too thick: add a splash of extra milk.
If it’s too thin: toss in a few ice cubes or a bit more frozen banana. -
Taste Test:
Pause, grab a spoon, and taste. If you want it sweeter, add a drizzle of maple syrup or honey and give it one last blitz. -
Pour & Style:
Pour into a bowl like you’ve done this before. Smooth the top, take a breath. -
Top Like a Pro:
Layer on your granola, bites, nibs, seeds, and anything else that makes you feel fancy. Yes, this is the fun part. -
Recover Like a Champion:
Spoon it up. Feel your core temperature drop. Post a photo. Text your group chat. Bask in the recovery glory.
Pro Tips:
- Freeze multiple pre-sliced bananas so you're always 5 minutes away from smoothie bowl greatness.
- Keep Untapped Mint Maple Syrup stocked — it works for fueling AND for recipes like this.
- Blend extra and store leftovers in the freezer for a late-afternoon mini-recovery slushie.
The Takeaway:
Recovery doesn’t need to feel like a chore. It can taste like dessert.
You trained hard — now fuel smarter. The Untapped Mint x Skratch x Frozen Banana trio hits every single recovery checkbox.
Now go make it. Then tag us @fuel_goods so we can admire your masterpiece.