Açaí Bowl Recipe (Açaí na Tigela)
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Açaí Bowl Recipe (Açaí na Tigela)
Description
The Açaí Bowl Recipe (Açaí na Tigela) uses frozen açaí pulp blended with chilled coconut water and honey until smooth. The honey adds sweetness complementing the slightly tart açaí while coconut water helps achieve a creamy but thick consistency. Adding sliced bananas and granola on top provides contrasting textures and mild flavors that enhance the bowl's natural taste.
This dish is typically served immediately to enjoy the cold, creamy texture, making it suitable for breakfast or a cooling snack. The granola adds a crunchy element, complementing the dense açaí base and soft banana slices.
Practical advice includes potentially preparing it the night before and storing in the fridge for up to three days or freezing for longer storage, with recommended thawing in the fridge. Vegan adaptations can use maple syrup instead of honey, and gluten-free granola can be substituted to accommodate dietary needs. The recipe allows flexibility in toppings according to preference.
Ingredients
- 8 oz açaí pulp cut into chunks, frozen
- 2 tablespoon coconut water (or water), chilled
- 2 tablespoon honey (or guarana syrup or any other of your choice)
- 1 banana (add other fruits if desired), optional
- 1 tablespoon granola optional
Instructions
- In a blender, blend together the chunked frozen açaí pulp, coconut water,and honey until smooth. If the mixture is too thick to blend, stop the blender and stir. Pour mixture into one medium or two small bowls.
- Serve açaí bowl immediately topped with bananas slices and granola, or any other toppings of your choice.
Notes
- The açaí bowl can be made in advance and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 3 months; thaw in the fridge before serving.
- For a vegan version, substitute honey with maple syrup.
- If gluten-free is required, use gluten-free granola.
- For paleo or Whole30 diets, omit granola and add coconut flakes instead.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 2Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 210 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 210kcal | 11% |
| Carbohydrates | 48g | 16% |
| Protein | 2g | 4% |
| Fat | 1g | 2% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Sodium | 24mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 304mg | 6% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 37g | 74% |
| Vitamin A | 182IU | 4% |
| Vitamin C | 7mg | 8% |
| Calcium | 29mg | 3% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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