Description
In search of a refreshing, nutritious breakfast recipe that's ready in 5 minutes? This Chocolate Acai Bowl is for you! It's creamy, slightly sweet, easy to make, and perfect for loading up with your favorite toppings.
Ingredients
- 2 packets (100g each) frozen acai puree (or 1/2 cup frozen acai)*
- 1 cup frozen blueberries
- 1 cup frozen strawberries or raspberries
- 1 large banana
- 1 1/2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
- 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon (optional)
- Optional: 2-4 tbsp coconut water
- Toppings: fresh berries, sliced bananas, granola, coconut flakes, nut/seed butter, chocolate chips
Instructions
- Add acai, blueberries, strawberries, banana, cacao powder, sweetener of choice, and cinnamon to a blender and blend on high speed until smooth and creamy. If your smoothie is not blending, add in a splash of coconut water or milk of your choice until the smoothie reaches your desired consistency.
- Divide between two bowls, add toppings and enjoy!
Notes
Leave the frozen fruit out at room temp for 10-15 minutes before blending. This lets them thaw a bit so you can easily blend!
*Acai: If you can't find frozen acai, you can substitute with acai powder. If using powder, use 2 tbsp total in this recipe (1 tbsp per bowl). You will need to add 1 extra banana and an extra 1/2 cup of frozen berries.
Go easy on the liquids: there's a fine line between a creamy, thick acai bowl and a watery one that doesn't hold any toppings. It's best to stick to as little liquid as possible, only adding it in when you need something to help blend.
Don't add ice: Acai bowl not thick enough? Instead of adding ice (which will make your bowl grainy and watered down), add in another handful of frozen strawberries and/or blueberries.
Optional additions: Try adding in 1/2 cup of yogurt for an extra creamy smoothie. It's also great for adding more protein! You can also add a scoop of your favorite chocolate protein powder.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Blender
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size:
- Calories: 241
- Sugar: 36.3 g
- Sodium: 39 mg
- Fat: 1.4 g
- Carbohydrates: 61.1 g
- Fiber: 10.8 g
- Protein: 3.4 g
