Hello, lovelies! OK, i’ll admit it, I was REALLY late to get on the acai bowl train. But, i’ve finally hopped on board and let me just say, i’m obsessed! There’s a store right down the street that makes them, but they are way too expensive to buy every morning. So, I decided to come up with my own recipe and it is SO good.
This acai bowl will completely change your morning routine and you’ll feel amazing swapping out your pancakes for this healthy, fruit-filled breakfast. So, what exactly is it? Acai (pronounced ah-sah-ee) is a superfood that’s harvested from trees in the Amazon that is even more antioxidant rich than any of your typical grocery store berries.
Here are some of it’s known health benefits:
Aids in weight loss
Improves digestion
Promotes skin health and clarity
Enhances anti-aging effects
Increases energy
For those of you who are skeptical of healthy recipes (just like my hubs), I promise you’ll think your indulging when you eat this bowl. The fruit makes it sweet and it tastes just like a smoothie. Plus, you can add any fruit you like, so it’s completely customizable. Let’s just say that my husband (who eats like a 5-year-old), LOVED this bowl and asked if we could make it every day before work, so don’t let the “healthy” aspect scare you away!
- 1 Acai Frozen Packet (Found near the frozen fruits at Publix)
- 1/2 banana
- 1/4 cup frozen blueberries
- 1 handful frozen strawberries
- 3/4 cup almond milk (unsweetened)
- Fresh fruit
- Granola
- Coconut shreds
- Run hot water over frozen acai packet for 5-10 seconds. Squeeze into blender.
- Add Banana, frozen berries and almond milk to the blender and mix well.
- Pour smoothie into bowl and add fresh fruit, granola, coconut shreds and any other toppings you desire.
- Enjoy!
Have you ever tried an acai bowl? What was your favorite flavor?
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Kate at Green Fashionista says
YUM! And don’t worry I’m even later to the train! This looks delish 😀
Green Fashionista
Kenzie says
Glad to know I wasn’t the only one who took a minute to hop on the train! Thanks so much, Kate 🙂
Kelsie says
Even try and add honey to make it sweeter!:) I always buy mine but I am excited to try this recipe<3