Breakfast bowls are the best way to start the day! This summer, enjoy a healthy, fresh, and delicious breakfast every day that’s easy to make. These papaya breakfast bowls are the perfect summer breakfast.
You can customize your papaya breakfast bowls based on what you like best! We’ve included three ideas in the recipe below.
You’ll combine fresh papaya, creamy coconut yogurt, and other fruits for these perfect breakfast bowls.
How to Choose the Best Papayas for Breakfast Bowls
If you aren’t super familiar with papayas, that’s okay—you’re going to love them.
Choosing the perfect papayas for breakfast bowls is kind of like choosing avocados! You’ll know they’re ready to go when they give a little when you push on them. You can also tell by the color of the skin—ripe papayas are bright yellow with little hints of green or red.
Remember: you don’t eat papaya peel or seeds.
If you only have firm papayas on hand but want to whip up these breakfast bowls, what should you do? You can wait a few days and let them fully ripen. But a quick trick is to place the papaya in a paper bag overnight….it should come out soft and sweet!
Why You Should Make Papaya Breakfast Bowls
Papaya breakfast bowls are a delicious, fresh, and healthy option.
But papaya really is an incredible food to eat for breakfast. It’s packed with fiber, and you’ll feel full for longer. Plus, papaya is also filled with protein, which makes these breakfast bowls the perfect meal to start your day with.
A papaya is like a creamier version of a mango. WIth a slightly sweet flavor and a melt-in-your-mouth feel, papayas are the perfect base for breakfast bowls.
Then, you’ll add other fresh fruits and the creamy coconut yogurt for a well-balanced breakfast that tastes amazing!
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How to Make Papaya Breakfast Bowls
You can jump to the recipe card for full ingredients and instructions.
It’s totally okay if you’ve never heard of fruit breakfast bowls. They’re super easy to make and would even be a fun project to let kids help out with!
First, you’ll choose ripe papaya. These are much easier to slice and way tastier to eat. Slice the papaya in half lengthwise, then scoop out the seeds with a spoon.
Now it’s time to assemble your papaya breakfast bowls. You’ll layer in coconut yogurt (if you don’t like coconut, swap for another flavor).
Then, sprinkle on your toppings. In the recipe below, I’ve included three different variations.
One includes raspberries, blueberries, and chia seeds. The second recipe features blueberries, toasted coconut flakes, and chia seeds. The last option features chia seeds, blueberries, raspberries, blackberries, toasted coconut flakes, and some fresh mint or basil.
Chia seeds are included in all variations because they’re so good for you. This superseed chia blend is delicious and nutritious—it includes chia, flaxseed, coconut, and hempseed. These nutrient-rich ingredients add fun texture and lots of benefits to your breakfast bowls.
But you can tailor these papaya breakfast bowls to include what you like! Add some granola or honey for a special treat. Or try adding other fruits to your bowls.
I recommend squeezing a little bit of fresh lime juice over the top for some brightness!
Papaya breakfast bowls are the perfect delicious and healthy breakfast for summer. With fresh, sweet papayas, creamy yogurt, and summery toppings, you’re going to love these customizable breakfast bowls.
Plus, you’ll feel full for hours, which is always an amazing benefit of a good breakfast recipe. What toppings would you add to your papaya breakfast bowls?
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Healthy 5-Ingredient Papaya Breakfast Bowls
Ingredients
Variation #1:
- 2 very ripe papayas
- 3 c yogurt coconut
- 1 c raspberries
- 1 c blueberries
- 3 T chia seeds
Variation #2:
- 2 very ripe papayas
- 3 c yogurt coconut
- 2 c blueberries
- ½ c coconut flakes unsweetened and lightly toasted
- 3 T chia seeds
Variation #3 (Bonus – not 5-Ingredients):
- 2 very ripe papayas
- 3 c yogurt coconut
- 3 T chia seeds
- 1 c blueberries
- ½ c raspberries ½ c blackberries
- ½ c coconut flakes unsweetened and lightly toasted
- Mint or basil sprigs for garnish
Instructions
- Directions (Variation #1):
- Slice each papaya in half lengthwise. Scoop out the seeds with a large spoon and discard.
- Divide the coconut yogurt equally between the papaya halves and top with the raspberries, blueberries, and chia seeds. Serve immediately and enjoy!
- Directions (Variation #2):
- Slice each papaya in half lengthwise. Scoop out the seeds with a large spoon and discard.
- Divide the coconut yogurt equally between the papaya halves and top with the blueberries, toasted coconut flakes, and chia seeds. Serve immediately and enjoy!
- Directions (Variation #3):
- Slice each papaya in half lengthwise. Scoop out the seeds with a large spoon and discard.
- Combine the yogurt and chia seeds in a small bowl and stir to combine.
- Divide the coconut yogurt mixture equally between the papaya halves and top with the blueberries, raspberries, blackberries, and toasted coconut flakes.
- Garnish with a sprig of fresh mint or basil and serve immediately. Enjoy!
Nutrition Information
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Thanks for this healthy breakfast idea. My wife and I are planning to eat healthier soon, so this would be a good addition to our diet.
Hey Ivan, You’re so very welcome. My husband and I are trying to do the same to eat healthily. Thank you for stopping by!
This looks so cute and delicious! Love the idea!
I will definitely try this soon!
HI Rose Jane. Thank you! and Thank you for stopping by!
I eat papaya every day as a normal fruit. I never thought of adding other things like yogurt or chia seeds! I’ll surely try this tomorrow, looks so yummy!
Hi Everything Enchanting, I can’t wait to read all about it. Thanks for stopping by!
I loved all the ideas will try few for sure. Papayas are really healthy and yummy to eat
Hi Khushboo, Fantastic! Thank you for stopping by!
These are awesome! I’ve been incorporating papaya in my breakfast for a week now!
Hey JenJen, That’s fantastic! Thank you for stopping by!
I actually hate papayas but this is something my grandma would love love! Will save this recipe for her
Rochelle, Sorry to read that you dislike them, and thank you for passing the recipe on to your Grandma! Thank you for stopping by!
I love papaya and we consume it as a fruit or in a chutney here in India, the raw papaya chutney carries a unique taste and is eaten with fried stuff.
Hey Dipika, Thank you for sharing. I wasn’t where this Fried is good, lol. Thank you for stopping by!
Wow, these are really delicious and there is variety in all these bowls. I love the first one because I love chia seeds, blueberries, and raspberries.
Hi Aisasami, Variation 1 is amazing! Enjoy. Thank you for stopping by!
I love breakfast bowls, but can I be honest and say that I am not a fan of papaya? The only time I like papaya is when I’m having Tinola (a Filipino chicken dish made with ginger, mostly).
Hey, Crickette, Absolutely you can be honest, lol not many people aren’t; I think it’s an acquired taste. Thanks for stopping by!
Nutritious and healthy breakfast is what I need since most of the time, we have the same breakfast food.
Ramil, I couldn’t agree more with you. Thank you for stopping by!
I haven’t had papaya in a long time. Papaya is abundant in my home country, though and we liked having it for dessert.
Hi Lynndee, Yes, great as a dessert! Thanks for stopping by!
Oh wow, these look super delicious and of course healthy too, I am surely giving them a try.
Hey Aditi, Yes, Super delicious. Thank you for stopping by!
I love papaya never thought of making them into breakfast bowls. Thanks for this I am going to try this.
Hi Swathi, That’s wonderful. Thanks for stopping by!
What’s better to use the fruit as a bowl so you don’t have to wash one more dish after breakfast!? Great recipe and thanks a lot for sharing with us!
Hello Knyex, Oh, I agree 1 less dish is always a bonus, lol; you’re welcome. Thanks for stopping by!
Definitely a MUST TRY, we will do this over the weekend! I have to go to the market really early for fresh ones. Thanks for sharing!
Hey Kenneth, You’re welcome. Thank you for stopping by!
These look really tasty. I would have to figure out which fruits I would want with the papaya. Thanks for sharing!
Hi Dominique, Thank you, it is amazingly delicious. The variations are endless. Thank you for stopping by!
This papaya breakfast bowl is so nice. This is a delicious alternative to the overnight oats that I usually make.
Hello Ivan, Thank you! Yes, I agree this papaya breakfast bowl is the perfect alternative. Thank you for stopping by!
This looks so good!! I would definitely try variation #3. I love berries. I think I would omit the yogurt because I don’t eat dairy, buy papaya is my favorite. Love this idea.
Hi Candle, I also love the #3 variation big fan of berries I am. Thank you, and thanks for stopping by!
LOve this, I can’t wait to try this dessert.
Hey Scarlett, Thanks for stopping by!
Loving papaya I really find this super summer and Caribbean bowl! I love it!
Hey Christina, A Caribbean bowl now that sounds delicious. Thank you for stopping by!
Papaya has the same texture like mangoes, absolutely, thanks for your recipes!
Hi Richelle, Yes, they do. Thank you! and thank you for stopping by!
One of the fruits I never get tired of eating! I love the health benefits of papaya whether for skin or digestion wise. Thanks for this post!
Hi Agnes, Your Welcome! The many health benefits of papaya are incredible. Thank you for stopping by.
Papaya is such a great fruit that has a lot of benefits. Breakfast bowls sound like such a healthy, delicious idea.
Hi Marysa, Yes, they do. They have tremendous health benefits. Thank you! and Thank you for stopping by!
Sounds so delicious and healthy I’ve never tried a papaya either lol
Hi Inas, What no you too? Add them to your grocery list and give these a try. Thank you for stopping by!
These look delicious. I would love to have one for breakfast!!
Hi Terri, Thank you, and Thank you for stopping by!
I love fruit bowls for breakfast. These look simply delicious.
Hi Heather, They are straightforward to make, and with the endless variations might be fun coming up with new combinations. Thank you for stopping by!
Yum! I haven’t really used Papaya often. These Papaya Breakfast Bowls look soooo mouthwatering and healthy-licious. I will definitely give them a try.
Hi Chef Dennis, please give them a try. The taste is incredible, and they are healthy. Win-win. Thank you for stopping by!
This looks so yummy, I can’t wait to give this a try.
Hi Tasheena, Thank you! I can’t wait to read all about it. Thank you for stopping by!
I’ve not had papaya in ages. These are such a lovely and tasty idea for breakfast x
Hi Melanie, Yes, they taste amazing and very healthy for you. Thank you for stopping by!
I have seen fresh papayas at my store. I will have to buy one to make this soon.
Hello Tara, That’s perfect then! I can’t wait to read all about it. Thank you for stopping by!
Ooo yum, I would love one of these bowls! They would be a perfect way to start out the day.
Hey Amber, Yes, I couldn’t agree more with you it is a perfect way. Thank you for stopping by!
I am all for some new ideas on how to kick off the day with breakfast and this sounds like it would be delicious!
Hi Sarah, It’s delicious and healthy so it is a win-win to kick off your morning. Thank you for stopping by!
This sound so delicious and healthy, can’t wait to give it a try!
Hey Petro, So it is a win-win. I can’t wait to read what you thought. Thank you for stopping by!
This sounds delicious. I will have to try it. Would you believe I’ve never tasted papaya before?!
Hi Heather, No, I dont believe you, LOL! Let me know how you like it! Thanks for stopping by!