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Thick acai bowl topped with banana slices, strawberries, mango strips, blackberries, and crunchy granola in a white bowl

Acai Bowl Recipe

Ella
This thick and creamy acai bowl is a vibrant, nutrient-rich breakfast made from frozen acai puree, fruit, and minimal liquid for a scoopable texture.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Course Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine Brazilian-inspired
Servings 2 servings
Calories 248 kcal

Ingredients
  

Base

  • 1 ripe banana, sliced and frozen
  • 0.5 cup frozen blueberries
  • 0.5 cup frozen strawberries
  • 200 g frozen acai puree, broken into small pieces (usually two standard packets)

Liquid and Creaminess

  • 0.75 cup preferred milk or juice (dairy, almond, soy, apple, or grape)
  • 0.5 cup plain yogurt (or more milk/juice for dairy-free)

Toppings

  • fresh fruit like sliced bananas, kiwi, or berries as desired
  • granola, chia seeds, or sunflower seeds for crunch
  • almond butter, peanut butter, or a spoon of yogurt for creaminess
  • coconut flakes or cacao nibs for extra texture and flavor

Instructions
 

  • Step 1: Slice the banana and freeze it along with the blueberries and strawberries on a parchment-lined tray. If using pre-frozen fruit, skip this step.
  • Step 2: In a high-speed blender with tamper, add milk and yogurt first. Then add frozen banana slices, berries, and broken acai pieces.
  • Step 3: Start blending on low speed, using the tamper to push ingredients down. Blend until smooth and creamy, adding minimal liquid only if needed.
  • Step 4: Spoon into bowls and top with your favorite ingredients. Serve immediately for the best texture.

Notes

For thicker results, use a blender with a tamper and minimal liquid. Chill your serving bowls beforehand to keep the texture cold and firm longer. Try different topping combos like mango, granola, or nut butter. For a protein boost, use Greek yogurt or add protein powder. To keep it dairy-free, skip yogurt or use plant-based versions.

Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)

Calories: 248 kcal
Carbohydrates: 29 g
Protein: 7 g
Fat: 10 g
Saturated Fat: 3 g
Cholesterol: 17 mg
Sodium: 69 mg
Potassium: 511 mg
Fiber: 7 g
Sugar: 20 g
Vitamin A: 245 IU
Vitamin C: 29.9 mg
Calcium: 183 mg
Iron: 0.4 mg
Nutrition information is automatically calculated and should only be used as an approximation.
Keyword acai bowl, frozen fruit recipe, Healthy Breakfast, smoothie bowl, superfood breakfast