Description
This vibrant and refreshing Açaí Bowl is a quick and easy way to enjoy a healthy breakfast or snack, blending frozen mixed berries, banana, acai puree, and coconut yogurt into a creamy smoothie base. Topped with fresh fruits, granola, coconut flakes, and peanut butter, it’s naturally sweet, packed with nutrients, and ready in just 10 minutes—just like your favorite juice bar treat.
Ingredients
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Smoothie Base
- 2 cups frozen mixed berries
- 1 frozen banana, chopped (about 1 cup)
- 3/4 cup pure apple juice
- 1/2 cup coconut yogurt
- 1 cup frozen acai puree (150g) or 1 tbsp acai powder
Toppings
- 1/4 cup strawberries, sliced
- 1 banana, sliced
- 1/4 cup granola
- 2 tbsp coconut flakes
- 2 tbsp peanut butter
Instructions
- Prepare the Smoothie Base: Combine the frozen mixed berries, chopped frozen banana, pure apple juice, coconut yogurt, and frozen acai puree in a blender.
- Blend Until Smooth: Blend the mixture on high speed for about 1 minute, or until smooth and creamy, ensuring there are no large chunks left.
- Assemble the Bowl: Spoon the thick smoothie mixture evenly into two bowls, creating a thick base for the toppings.
- Add Toppings: Arrange sliced strawberries and banana on top of the smoothie base, then sprinkle with granola and coconut flakes.
- Finish with Peanut Butter: Add a spoonful of peanut butter on each bowl for a rich, nutty flavor and extra protein boost. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
- How to make an Açaí Bowl just like your local juice bar with just 5 simple ingredients.
- Ready in 10 minutes! This homemade açaí bowl is thick, naturally sweet, vibrant purple, and refreshing.
- Feel free to swap toppings according to your preference—try nuts, seeds, or other fresh fruits.
- Use frozen acai puree for the best texture; acai powder works too but may result in a slightly different texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 248 kcal
- Sugar: 20 g
- Sodium: 13 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 0.3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1.2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 29 g
- Fiber: 4.6 g
- Protein: 7 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
