Quick, easy, plant-based, naturally sweetened, and wholesome. Here's what you need to know about how to make an açaí bowl at home!
I made it a mission to find the best açaí bowl in Waikiki when we were visiting Oahu at the beginning of the year. I'm a pretty picky eater, so the first time we visited Hawaii on our honeymoon I wasn't interested. This second time around, it was a highlight of the trip!
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Smoothie Bowl Ingredients
Once you get the hang of making your own açaí bowls at home, you can start experimenting with other fruit, plant-based yogurt, and more! Here's what you need for this basic bowl:
- Frozen açaí packs
- Plant-based milk
- Frozen mixed berries + frozen banana
- Your choice of toppings
I like my bowl to have a crunch and be filled with a variety of different fresh fruit, nuts, and seeds. My secret ingredient is to add a little spoonful of almond butter. Experiment with your favorite flavors and textures!
Tips for The Best Açaí Bowl
- Use frozen fruit to blend with!!!
- Don't use too much plant-based milk
- Prep all your toppings ahead of time
- Pop your bowl in the freezer for a few minutes after blending, before topping
- Experiment with making an even creamier and thicker açaí bowl by adding a couple spoonfuls of plant-based yogurt
I hope you love this quick and easy homemade acai smoothie bowl as much as I do! Check out these recipes for more sweet treats:
- Chia Seed Pudding
- Baked Banana Bread Donuts
- Easy Banana Chocolate Chip Muffins
- Mango Papaya Smoothie Bowl Recipe
How To Make an Açaí Bowl
Ingredients
- 2 frozen açaí packs thawed
- ¼ cup plant-based milk (oatmilk, almondmilk, soymilk, etc.)
- ½ cup frozen mixed berries
- 1 frozen banana
- Your choice of toppings
Instructions
- Blend açaí packs with plant-based milk, frozen mixed berries, and frozen banana.
- Transfer to a bowl then place in freezer while you prepare the toppings.
- Top with your choice of toppings and enjoy! A few of my favorite açaí bowl toppings include granola, sliced banana, blueberries, blackberries, almond butter, and chia seeds.
Marisa M
What granola do you use?
Jenna | The Urben Life
Hi Marisa! I usually try to shop from the bulk item section of my grocery store but lately I’ve been using granola from Purely Elizabeth and CLIF 🙂
Caitlin Sauer
This looks so refreshing and delicious!! Can’t wait to try
Jenna | The Urben Life
Thanks, Caitlin 🙂 Lemme know what you think!
Kristen Wood
I have never had an acai bowl, believe it or not! It's been on my to-do list for a looong time haha. Thank you for the incentive to do so! This looks SO good! 🙂
Jenna | The Urben Life
Oh my gosh! You've gotta try one 🙂 I know you'll love it!
Marta
this looks so good!
Nia De la torre
This heat has me dying for something cold! Thanks for sharing this (:
Jenna | The Urben Life
Absolutely 🙂 Enjoy!!
Kelly
Would you believe I've never made an acai bowl? I've eaten lots of them out but now you've inspired me to make my own!
Jenna | The Urben Life
I hope you do 🙂 They're incredibly easy and so, so tasty!
Jules Shepard
A definite family favorite and this one is BEAUTIFUL! So healthy too!
Jenna | The Urben Life
Thanks so much 🙂 We love em so much!
Sarah
Looks beautiful, I love the color of the acai and fruit puree! I haven't had acai bowls before, so I definitely need to find some acai packs and make one
Jenna | The Urben Life
Thank you, Sarah 🙂 Definitely give it a go, I'm sure you'd love it!
Sarah
LOVE a good acai bowl, especially on these hot summer days! The options are endless and honestly if you can make them at home they're better as you control what goes in them, can customize them, and save money! Thank you for sharing.
Jenna | The Urben Life
Right!! That's what I love about them 🙂 Thanks!!
Noelle
So simple and delicious, I can not believe I haven't tried this until today!! Thank you
Jenna | The Urben Life
Yay 🙂 Aren't they great!? Just wait until you start experimenting with more toppings! Enjoy!!
Monica Davis
This looks great! I love how colorful it is! I cannot wait to try it!
Jenna | The Urben Life
Thanks Monica 🙂 Let me know what you think!
Kelly
Love the pics and will now try to make a bowl myself. Thanks for sharing!
Jenna | The Urben Life
Thank you so much, Kelly 🙂 Enjoy!
Kim
Yummy!
Jenna | The Urben Life
Thanks Kim 🙂 I hope you try it soon!