<\/noscript><\/figure>\n<\/div>\nWhat is an acai bowl?<\/h3>\n If you\u2019ve never had one of the famous acai bowls, you are in for a treat!<\/p>\n
Packed with antioxidants and nutrition, the smoothies blend acai berries with other fruits, such as banana, blueberries, or pineapple, and as many toppings as your heart desires.<\/p>\n
It\u2019s the ultimate thick and refreshing smoothie in a bowl!<\/p>\n
Also try these Overnight Oats<\/strong> \u2013 15 recipes<\/p>\n\n
<\/noscript><\/figure>\n<\/div>\nAcai Smoothie Recipes<\/h3>\n Tropical Coconut:<\/strong> In the recipe below, use canned coconut milk as your milk of choice and chopped frozen pineapple instead of frozen berries. Top with shredded coconut.<\/p>\nPeanut Butter Cup:<\/strong> Blend in 2 tbsp peanut butter and 1 tbsp cocoa powder. Top with chopped Vegan Peanut Butter Cups or Peanut Butter Fat Bombs.<\/p>\nChocolate Acai Smoothies:<\/strong> Add 1 tbsp cocoa powder or chocolate syrup and optional 2 tbsp chocolate nut butter of choice. Sprinkle chocolate chips on the finished bowl. <\/p>\nBerry Granola:<\/strong> Make the recipe below exactly as written. Stir in a scoop of your favorite granola or breakfast cereal. <\/p>\nAlmond Butter & Jelly (AB&J):<\/strong> Use mixed berries or blueberries for the 1 cup frozen berries and banana instead of pineapple. Blend in 2 tbsp almond butter (or sunbutter for nut free).<\/p>\nGreen Acai Bowls:<\/strong> Blend in 1 cup raw spinach or other raw greens. This is especially good if you also add some almond butter or coconut butter.<\/p>\nProtein Smoothie Bowls:<\/strong> Add 1 scoop of your favorite protein powder before blending, and add more liquid if a thinner smoothie is desired. For a caffeine boost, you can also add 1\/2 tsp instant coffee.<\/p>\nLeftover blueberries? Make Healthy Blueberry Muffins<\/strong><\/p>\n\n
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hemp seeds<\/p>\n
shredded coconut<\/p>\n
cacao nibs<\/p>\n
mini chocolate chips<\/p>\n
muesli or granola<\/p>\n
peanut butter<\/p>\n
sliced fruit<\/p>\n
Serve the acai bowls with Healthy Banana Bread or these homemade Protein Bars, for a filling and healthy breakfast that will power you through the morning.<\/p>\n
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<\/noscript><\/figure>\n<\/div>\nHealth benefits of acai<\/h3>\n Originally from Brazil and the rainforests of Central and South America, purple acai (pronounced ah-sigh-EE)\u00a0berries are often called the Amazon superfood.<\/p>\n
They are low in calories and natural sugar, with 19 amino acids, antioxidants, fiber, and Omega 3s, 6s, and 9s.<\/p>\n
How to make an acai bowl<\/h3>\n The recipe can be made from scratch with either frozen or powdered acai.<\/p>\n
Frozen acai packets are widely available in the US from a company called Sambazon. Look for them at Target, Costco, Whole Foods, Giant, or other local grocery stores, and either unsweetened or sweetened puree will work.<\/p>\n
If you want to use powder instead, look at your local health food store or on Amazon. Popular brands include Navitas or Sunfood.<\/p>\n
The actual vegan acai bowl recipe is simple \u2013 blend all ingredients until smooth, garnish as you wish, and enjoy! <\/p>\n
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\n2<\/span> packets frozen acai, or 2 tbsp acai powder<\/span><\/li>\n1<\/span> cup<\/span> frozen berries of choice<\/span><\/li>\n1\/2<\/span> cup<\/span> milk of choice or apple juice<\/span><\/li>\n1<\/span> frozen banana, or 1\/2 cup chopped frozen pineapple<\/span><\/li>\nsweetener of choice, as desired<\/span><\/li>\ntoppings of choice\u00a0\u2013 see above for lots of ideas<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n
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\n\nIf using frozen acai, thaw first so it’s not rock hard. Blend all smoothie ingredients except the toppings until smooth, then pour into glasses or bowls and garnish as desired.<\/span>View Nutrition Facts<\/span><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n