Avocado, Almond, and Soymilk Glow Bowls with Honey-Glazed Almonds

If you’re looking for a way to support the health of your skin, this Avocado, Almond, and Soymilk Glow Bowl with Honey-Glazed Almonds is a delicious place to start. Every spoonful is packed with three skin-loving ingredients backed by research: Soy, Avocado, and Almonds.

Three Foods to Keep Your Skin Glowing

Want to manage wrinkles from the inside out? Research shows that certain foods can help keep skin hydrated, firm, and radiant at any age.

1. Soy Foods: Hydrate and Smooth Skin

Tofu, soymilk, edamame, and other soy foods contain isoflavones, natural plant compounds that mimic estrogen. According to a recent study of postmenopausal women, consuming  50mg of isoflavones a day can lead to fewer wrinkles, improved skin tone, and better hydration. You’ll get 50mg of isoflavones in 2 cups of soymilk, 1 cup of tofu, or 1 cup of edamame. Bonus: Soy isoflavones also support bone and heart health.

2. Almonds: A Natural Wrinkle Reducer

Almonds contain vitamin E, a powerful antioxidant that helps protect skin from UV damage and premature aging. Research shows that eating 2 ounces of almonds daily (about ½ cup) can reduce wrinkle severity by 16% and improve skin tone.

3. Avocados: The Ultimate Skin Superfood

Avocados do more than add creaminess to your meals—they help keep skin firm and elastic. Rich in monounsaturated fats and carotenoids, they can help to combat inflammation and oxidative stress. One study found that eating one avocado daily improved skin elasticity and firmness. Try them smashed on toast, blended into a smoothie, or diced and added to a salad.

Read more about diet and skin health: Eat to Glow: The Best Anti-Aging Foods for Healthy, Radiant Skin

This smoothie bowl blends 3 superstar skin ingredients—soymilk, avocado, and almonds—into a creamy, chocolatey base and calls for banana, dates, and a drizzle of maple syrup to sweeten. Topped with crunchy honey-glazed almonds, hemp seeds, and fresh banana slices or berries, it’s a nutrient-dense, satisfying way to fuel your day—while giving your skin the glow it deserves. I suggest making it for breakfast or filling snack. And now that I’m thinking about it, you could add a bit more soymilk and a few ice cubes and transform the mixture into a drinkable smoothie vs. spoonable bowl.

Avocado, Almond, and Soymilk Glow Bowls with Honey-Glazed Almonds: A Skin-Loving

 

Author: Liz Weiss

Recipe type: Snack

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My Avocado, Almond & Soymilk Glow Bowl makes two generous servings, but if you're serving smaller appetites, you can easily stretch it to three. The honey-glazed almonds add an irresistible crunch, but you can also switch up the toppings to suit your taste—try cacao nibs, shredded coconut, or fresh berries for extra flavor and antioxidants. However you top it, this smoothie bowl is a delicious and nutrient-dense way to support glowing, healthy skin.

Ingredients

• 2 pitted dates, roughly chopped
• 1 cup plain soymilk
• 1 sliced and frozen banana
• ½ avocado, peeled or ⅔ cup frozen diced avocado*
• 1½ tablespoon cocoa powder
• 1 tablespoon almond butter
• 1 tablespoon maple syrup
• ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
• Pinch cinnamon
• Toppings: Honey-glazed almonds, help seeds, sliced banana or berries
• Honey-Glazed Almonds:
• 2 teaspoons honey
• 1 teaspoon olive oil
• ½ cup sliced almonds
• Pinch kosher salt

Instructions

1. Soften the dates by soaking in a bowl of hot water for 10 minutes. Drain and set aside.
2. Next, place the soymilk, banana, avocado, cocoa power, almond butter, maple syrup, dates, vanilla extract, and cinnamon in a blender. Then blend until smooth.
3. Pour into two bowls. Top with honey-glazed almonds (you will likely have extra, so enjoy later as a snack or in a salad), and sliced banana and hemp seeds, as desired.
4. To make the honey-glazed almonds: Heat the honey and oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add the almonds and cook, stirring often, until golden, 2 to 3 minutes. Keep a watchful eye on the almonds, since they can go from golden to burnt in a matter of seconds.
5. Transfer the almonds to a parchment-lined baking sheet to cool. Use a spatula or spoon to separate the nuts into a single layer. (A few small clusters are okay.)
6. * I rely on frozen fruits and vegetables for many of my recipes. Frozen produce is nutrient dense, convenient, and reduces food waste because you only use what you need.

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