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Easy Homemade Acai Bowl with Toppings

A trendy and delicious acai bowl is one of my new favorite breakfast ideas! These simple ingredients put together a refreshing and nutrient-packed bowl that energizes you for the whole day!

Acai smoothie in a brown bowl with toppings and a spoon on the side.

One of my favorite things to do with breakfast is customize my heart out. There’s no such thing as a boring breakfast in our home: even scrambled eggs always have some fun new ingredient tossed in. This smoothie bowl is no different: with a sweet, fruity taste and mild tartness, I can’t help but share how I love to make this bowl my own. 

The base of this acai bowl is made with frozen acai puree, banana, and plant milk, creating a thick and creamy texture that is perfect for adding your favorite toppings.

Speaking of toppings, the options are endless! Choose from a variety of fruits, seeds, and nuts to add some crunch and flavor to your bowl.

For a tropical twist, top the bowl with coconut flakes and chopped mango. Adding cocoa nibs, chocolate chips, and a drizzle of peanut butter create the chocolate lover’s dream. Refresh with a combination of mint leaves and sliced kiwi!

Key Ingredients

Easy homemade acai bowl with toppings ingredients with labels milk banana acai fruits and coconut.

Bananas: are a versatile fruit that add natural sweetness and creaminess to the acai mix.

Frozen acai puree: Acai berries are high in antioxidants and fiber, making them a nutritious addition to any breakfast. This tart berry combines well with any smoothie additions.

Plant milk: Choose from a variety of plant-based milks such as almond, coconut, oat, or soy milk for a dairy-free option.

Fruits, seeds, and nuts: Choose your favorite toppings such as sliced strawberries, blueberries, granola, chia seeds, and almond butter.

Find the full printable recipe with specific measurements below.

How to Make a Trendy and Easy Homemade Acai Bowl with Toppings:

Step 1: Add ingredients

Add ingredients to a blender.

Acai smoothie ingredients in a blender with a clear glass of milk on the side.

Step 2: Blend

Blend all ingredients until smooth.

Acai smoothie in a blender with a clear glass of milk on the side.

Step 3: Customize

If you’d like to customize like I do, You can add ½ cup of other frozen berries or fruits you like (like strawberries, blueberries, mango, or pineapple.)

Acai smoothie in a white bowl with toppings and a spoon on the side.

Expert Tips

  • To make your acai bowl even thicker, add less plant milk and more frozen acai puree and banana to the blender.
  • Don’t be afraid to get creative with your toppings! Try adding superfood ingredients like goji berries or cacao nibs for an extra boost of nutrients.
  • For an extra cold and refreshing bowl, freeze your fruit toppings ahead of time.

Recipe FAQs:

How can I add more protein to this smoothie bowl?

Adding hemp seeds, nut butter, or Greek yogurt atop the bowl (or yogurt, inside the smoothie) all add a great boost of protein!

Can I use regular milk instead of plant milk?

Yes, you can use regular milk if you prefer. The nutrition facts may change depending on the milk you use. Using plant milk adds a creamier and nuttier flavor to the bowl, and is a great way to make this breakfast dairy free.

How to make an acai bowl thicker?

Adding frozen berries into the blender while mixing the smoothie can make the smoothie bowl thicker. 

Acai smoothie in a brown coconut bowl topped with sliced strawberries, kiwi, blueberries, coconut slices and fresh mint surrounded by ingredients and a spoon on the side.

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a purple acai smoothie bowl in a wooden bowl with a spoon on the side with fruit toppings on the smoothie bowl.

Easy Homemade Acai Bowl with Toppings

Homemade acai bowls are easier than you think! Pile on your favorite toppings, and you’ve got a custom, delicious, acai bowl in minutes!
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Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Allergy: Dairy Free, Gluten Free, Nut Free
Total Time: 5 minutes
Servings1
Calories: 455kcal

Equipment

  • blender

Ingredients

  • 1 frozen banana, sliced
  • 17 oz frozen acai puree, 1 package
  • ½ cup plant milk, up to 1 cup, depending on the thickness you like
  • fruits, seeds, and nuts, for the topping

Instructions

  • Add ingredients to a blender.
    1 frozen banana,, 17 oz frozen acai puree,, ½ cup plant milk,
    acai smoothie ingredients in a blender bowl with a glass of milk on the side.
  • Blend all ingredients until smooth.
    acai smoothie blending in a bowl with milk on the side.
  • Spread the smoothie into a bowl and add fruits, seeds, and nuts on top for the topping.
    fruits, seeds, and nuts,
    a white bowl filled with acai smoothie with chopped fruits and coconut shavings on top with more coconut shavings on the side.

Notes

You can use regular milk if you prefer. The nutrition facts may change depending on the milk you use. Using plant milk adds a creamier and nuttier flavor to the bowl, and is a great way to make this breakfast dairy free

Nutrition

Calories: 455kcal | Carbohydrates: 96g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 2g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 78mg | Potassium: 635mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 73g | Vitamin A: 934IU | Vitamin C: 18mg | Calcium: 301mg | Iron: 3mg
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