Vibrant Acai Bowl (Printable Version)
A thick, vibrant smoothie bowl made with frozen acai puree, banana, berries, and customizable toppings for a cafe-quality breakfast.
# Ingredients:
→ Acai Base
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1 medium banana, sliced and frozen
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200 g frozen unsweetened acai puree, broken into pieces
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1/2 cup frozen blueberries
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1/2 cup frozen strawberries
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3/4 cup milk or juice (dairy milk, almond milk, soy milk, apple juice, or grape juice)
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1/2 cup plain yogurt (optional)
→ Toppings
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Sliced banana
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Fresh berries
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Granola
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Nuts or seeds
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Shredded coconut
# Steps:
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If using fresh banana, slice it and freeze until completely solid. Using frozen fruit is essential for achieving the thick, spoonable texture characteristic of acai bowls.
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Add the milk (or juice) and yogurt to a high-speed blender. Add the frozen banana, frozen blueberries, frozen strawberries, and frozen acai puree. Blend on low speed, then gradually increase, stopping to scrape down the sides as needed. Use minimal liquid while ensuring smooth blending. The final consistency should be very thick.
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Divide the blended acai base between two bowls. Arrange your preferred toppings on top and serve immediately for optimal texture and temperature.
# Notes:
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Use fully frozen fruit for the ideal thick consistency.
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If the mixture won't blend, add liquid one tablespoon at a time to avoid over-thinning.
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Avoid over-blending, which can quickly melt the base and compromise texture.
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A high-speed blender works best for achieving the classic thick texture.
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Acai bowls are best enjoyed immediately after preparation.