Acai Bowl Recipe

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Last Updated on July 2, 2025 by Toya

See how to make the best thick, fruity homemade acai bowl in just a few minutes! This refreshing acai bowl is made with simple ingredients and makes the perfect breakfast, but is also great whenever you’re feeling for something cool, creamy, and delicious! And it’s all ready in 5 minutes!

There really isn’t anything better than a cold, vibrant acai bowl like this one to kickstart your day! And my easy acai bowl recipe comes together with frozen acai, bananas, berries, and just a splash of liquid—then is topped with all your favorite crunchy, creamy, or fruity toppings! So Good!

Why You’ll Love This Acai Bowl

• It’s ready in just minutes
• It’s thick and scoopable— just like soft-serve!
• It’s a naturally dairy-free and vegan breakfast or snack
• This bowl is loaded with antioxidants, fiber, and some healthy fats
• Plus it’s perfect for breakfast, post-workout, or a healthy snack

Keep reading if you wanna give it a try!

Ingredients You’ll Need

• 1 ripe banana, sliced and frozen
• ½ cup frozen strawberries
• ¼ cup frozen raspberries
• ¼ cup frozen blueberries (optional – skip for a brighter pink color)
• ¼ cup frozen cherries (optional – pitted)
• ¾ cup milk or juice (almond milk, apple juice, or grape juice work well)
• ½ cup plain yogurt (optional – or sub with more milk/juice for dairy-free)
• Toppings: Fresh strawberries, raspberries, blueberries, granola, coconut flakes, cherries, etc.
• 2 packets (200g) frozen acai puree, broken into chunks

Tools Needed to Make This Acai Bowl

1. High-Speed Blender

To get that thick, spoonable texture, a powerful blender is key. I love using my Ninja Blender. It blends frozen fruit effortlessly with minimal liquid.

💡 Tip: Use the tamper if your blender has one—it really helps when working with thicker blends.

2. Smoothie Bowl Set

Serving your bowl in something pretty makes the experience feel like a treat! I use these coconut shell bowls or stoneware bowls for the perfect café vibe.

3. Silicone Spatula

A flexible silicone spatula helps you scrape out every bit of your blend without any wastage.

How To Make An Acai Boil

Start by prepping your fruit. Make sure that all fruit is frozen, including your banana. You can slice the fruit ahead of time and store in a freezer-safe bag.

Then break the acai puree by running it under warm water for a few seconds to loosen it up, then break it up into chunks.

Then add the frozen banana, berries, cherries, yogurt, and your milk or juice to a high-speed blender and blend until thick and creamy.

Use a tamper tool if needed. Add only a splash more liquid if the blades are stuck—but keep it thick!

Lastly, pour the thick blend into a bowl and swirl the top. Then add your favorite toppings and enjoy right away!

Important Tips & Tricks

• Frozen = thicker: Every ingredient (except the liquid) should be frozen for a creamier, more scoopable base.
• Less liquid is better: Start with just ¾ cup and only add more if absolutely needed. And even then, only use a splash at a time.
• Use a powerful blender: A high-speed blender with a tamper makes a big difference when it comes to making acai bowls! If you don’t have one yet, this might be the perfect time to grab a blender like this one on Amazon.
• Blend low and slow: Start blending on low speed and increase gradually.
• Don’t over-blend: You need to stop blendeing as soon as it’s smooth—this keeps the base thick.
• Prep the toppings first: It a great idea to have everything ready to go so you can top quickly before the base starts to melt.

Can You Store an Acai Bowl?

Acai bowls are best enjoyed immediately. But, if you need to store it:

• Store the base only. Do so by freezing the blended base in an airtight container and then thaw slightly before eating.
• Avoid storing with the toppings: The granola and fruit can get soggy and you don’t want that!

For the best texture, eat your acai bowl within 30 minutes of making it.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I make this without acai puree?
Yes you can! If you don’t have access to frozen acai packs, you can substitute with 1 tablespoon of acai powder and increase your frozen fruit slightly (especially berries and banana) to keep the consistency thick. The flavor will be similar, but the color is sure to be slightly different depending on the brand of powder you’re using.

Where do I buy acai packets?
Look in the frozen fruit section at your grocery store. Popular brands include Sambazon and Trader Joe’s Acai Purée. You can also order online here.

Why isn’t my acai bowl bright pink like the photo?

The color can vary based on your fruit mix. Using more blueberries or dark acai will make it more purple. For a vibrant pink color, lean heavily on strawberries, raspberries, banana, and keep blueberries to a minimum.