Homemade Acaí Bowls

Homemade Acai Bowls are cool, refreshing and loaded with skin-glowing antioxidants! Enjoy one for breakfast or a snack on a warm summer day.

Have you ever had acaí? Similar to other dark berries, the rich purple color is attributed to its high antioxidant content which makes it a great healthy option for a summery breakfast or a snack. My favorite way to eat it is blended with frozen strawberries, frozen banana, and a little bit of coconut milk.

The smoothie portion is tasty enough on it’s own but what really makes the bowls so enjoyable for me is the toppings: hemp seeds, raw coconut, berries, bananas, and a good crunchy granola!

 

How to Make Thick and Creamy Acaí Bowls

  1. The trick for making a thick smoothie bowl is to start with just a small amount of milk and blend slowly so that the blender doesn’t get too hot.
  2. Stir in between blending and only add a small splash of milk, as needed.
  3. It takes a little bit of extra effort and patience but the end result is so worth it!

I like using a really crunchy granola because it’s softens a bit as it soaks up the acaí. So good! It really is the perfect treat to cool off with on a warm summer day.

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Homemade Acaí Bowls

Prep Time10 minutes
Total Time10 minutes
Servings: 1

Ingredients

  • 1 packet frozen acai, unsweetened
  • 1/2 cup frozen strawberries
  • 1 medium frozen banana, sliced
  • 4 tablespoons vegan protein powder, I like Nutiva Hemp Protein
  • 1/4-1/2 cup dairy-free milk, I like full fat coconut milk or oat milk

Instructions

  • To a high-speed blender, add frozen acai, frozen strawberries, frozen banana, protein powder, and dairy-free milk (starting with 1/4 cup and adding more as needed). Blend slowly and use a smoothie wand (or something similar that's blender safe) to scrape down the sides as you blend. Only add as much liquid as necessary- you don't want it to get soupy. It's important to be patient and blend slowly for a thick and creamy texture.
  • Transfer to a bowl for serving and finish with desired toppings. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 285kcal, Carbohydrates: 42g, Protein: 18g, Fat: 5g, Saturated Fat: 1g, Sodium: 31mg, Potassium: 616mg, Fiber: 11g, Sugar: 21g, Vitamin A: 305IU, Vitamin C: 56.8mg, Calcium: 117mg, Iron: 3.4mg
Course: Breakfast
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