Acai Bowl
An acai bowl is a thick, smoothie-like blend of frozen acai berries and fruit, served in a bowl and topped with granola, fruit, and other nutritious add-ins. It’s a refreshing and energizing way to enjoy a nutrient-packed breakfast or snack.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 1–2 servings
- Category: Breakfast, Snack
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Brazilian-inspired, Healthy
Ingredients
- 1 frozen acai puree packet (unsweetened or sweetened)
- 1/2 frozen banana
- 1/2 cup frozen berries (like blueberries, strawberries, or raspberries)
- 1/4–1/2 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy, like almond, oat, or coconut)
- Toppings: granola, sliced banana, fresh berries, chia seeds, coconut flakes, nut butter (optional)
Instructions
- Run the frozen acai packet under warm water for a few seconds to soften it.
- In a blender, combine the acai packet, frozen banana, frozen berries, and a splash of milk.
- Blend until smooth and thick, using a tamper if needed. Add more milk gradually if needed to blend.
- Pour the smoothie mixture into a bowl.
- Top with your favorite toppings like granola, fresh fruit, seeds, or nut butter.
- Serve immediately and enjoy cold.
Notes
- Use as little liquid as possible for a thick, scoopable texture.
- To meal prep, freeze fruit in individual bags and blend with acai when ready.
- Top just before serving to keep granola crunchy.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 250–350 (depending on toppings)
- Sugar: 12g (varies with fruit and toppings)
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: undefined
- Trans Fat: undefined
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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