The Ultimate Açaí Smoothie Bowl!

Hey there, HeyHaileyFam!

Today, we’re diving into the colorful and nutritious world of smoothie bowls. I’ve gone down a huge rabbit whole chasing the best possible smoothie bowl recipe so you do not have to! If you’re tired of your usual breakfast or looking for a healthy snack, you’re in for a treat. I’m sharing a recipe for an Açaí Smoothie Bowl that’s not only Instagram-worthy but also packed with antioxidants, protein, and fiber. Let’s get blending!

Why You’ll Love This Açaí Smoothie Bowl

1. Nutrient-Rich: Açaí berries are known for their high antioxidant content, and this bowl is also rich in protein and healthy fats.
2. Quick & Easy: All you need is a blender and a few minutes to whip this up.
3. Customizable: Feel free to swap out toppings or add your favorites.
4. Delicious: It’s like eating ice cream for breakfast, but healthier!

Ingredients

For the Base

• 100 grams Almond Milk
• 150 grams Frozen Bananas
• 150 grams Frozen Blueberries
• 1 Scoop Vanilla Protein Powder – Truvani Protein Powder (My absolute favorite!)
• 100 grams Açaí Puree (Trader Joes Organic Frozen Açaí is my favorite because their is no sugar added. Sambzon makes the tastiest, but their is quite a lot of sugar added.)

For the Toppings

• 2 Strawberries, sliced
• 1/2 Banana, sliced
• 1/2 Cup Granola
• 1 Tablespoon Hemp Seeds
• Honey (to drizzle)

Equipment Needed

• High-Speed Blender – Vitamix Blender
• Measuring Scale – Food Scale for Kitchen
• Measuring Cups – OXO Good Grips Measuring Cups
• Measuring Spoons – OXO Good Grips Measuring Spoons
• Bowl for Serving
• Spoon

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Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Base

1. Add 100 grams of almond milk to your blender.
2. Add 150 grams of frozen bananas
3. Add 150 grams of frozen blueberries.
4. Add one scoop of vanilla protein powder.
5. Finally, add 100 grams of frozen açaí. Pro-tip, break up the frozen packet before putting in the blender to prevent chunks

Step 2: Blend to Perfection

1. Blend the ingredients on the “Frozen Dessert” setting for one cycle. This will give you the thick, ice-cream-like consistency that makes smoothie bowls so delightful.

Step 3: Transfer to a Bowl

1. Once blended, transfer the thick smoothie base to a serving bowl.

Step 4: Add the Toppings

1. Arrange the sliced strawberries and bananas on top of the smoothie base.
2. Sprinkle half a cup of granola and a tablespoon of hemp seeds.
3. Drizzle some honey for added sweetness and flavor.

Step 5: Dig In!

1. Grab a spoon and enjoy your nutrient-packed, delicious Açaí Smoothie Bowl!

Nutritional Info (Approximate)

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 20g
• Fat: 10g
• Carbs: 70g
• Fiber: 10g

Variations

• Vegan: Use a plant-based protein powder (Truvani! I can’t recommend this protein enough…) and skip the honey or use a vegan alternative like maple syrup or agave.
• Nut-Free: Use oat milk instead of almond milk and choose a nut-free granola.

And there you have it—a delicious, nutritious, and oh-so-pretty Açaí Smoothie Bowl that’s perfect for any time of the day. This is the base of EVERY açaí bowl out there… You can substitute any of the frozen items with the same weights of just about anything as long as you keep the 100 grams of milk. Give it a try and let me know how you liked it in the comments below. Happy blending!

-Shane