What Goes In Your Acai Bowl

We've heard of the benefits of acai. So when they were turned into an inviting bowl of nutrient-rich goodness, studded with a myriad of fellow fruity adornments as seen on various Instagram accounts, we just had to get our hands on one. Not just a feast for the eyes, these delicious bowls had us sold from the first spoonful.

As much as they're fun to eat, they're also fun to make. Here's how to easily make your own acai bowl at home! It's a great way to get your friends together for brunch and customize your own personalized bowls of lip-smacking goodness.

Recipe

Serves 2

Acai puree

4 tablespoons of acai powder

1 cup frozen blueberries

1 cup frozen strawberries

½ frozen Banana

Unsweetened almond milk

Or

1 pack of prepared frozen acai

Unsweetened almond milk

Toppings

Sliced banana

Sliced strawberries

Sliced kiwi

Mashed mango

Whole blueberries

Whole dried goji berries (wolfberries)

Coconut flakes

Crumbled granola

Raw cacao nibs

Chia seeds

Bee pollen

Method

1) Blend all the ingredients or the prepared frozen acai in a blender until smooth. Add almond milk accordingly until you reach the consistency that you like.

2) Arrange toppings to your preference. There’s no hard and fast rule here, so go easy or go crazy with what you have.

3) Serve.

By Syed Zulfadhli

Bananas

This sweet and creamy fibre-rich fruit contains numerous essential minerals – namely potassium (lowers blood pressure and aids tissue function), manganese (works with calcium to promote strong bones and teeth), and copper (regulates heartbeat). Its vitamin B6 and biotin content also ensures that your hair, skin, and nails grow at a tip top condition. Photo: Getty

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Mangoes

A known source of vitamins A and C, this sweet tropical fruit also has selenium that balances the hormones, phosphorous that boosts nutrient utilization, and iron that works with folate in the body to build healthy red blood cells. Photo: Getty

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Strawberries

These scarlet berries hold an impressive vitamin C content that encourages collagen production, thus keeping the skin and tissues taut. They also contain flavonoids (a plant-based compound) that defend the body against cancerous growths. Photo: Getty

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Goji berries

Don’t judge these dried berries by its size. A healthy sprinkling of these in your acai bowl provides a substantial amount of carotene (a vitamin A derivative), lycopene (prevents various cancers), thiamine (maintains a healthy nervous system) and zinc (that works with vitamin C to boost the immune system). Photo: Getty

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Raw cacao nibs

These bittersweet sprinkles echo the earthy flavor of the acai, and also provides a good serving of flavonoids that help keep the heart pumping at a healthy rate thus reducing the risk of heart disease. Cacao nibs also contain plenty of plant-based compounds that help boost brain function. Photo: Getty

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Bee pollen

It’s rich in amino acids, antioxidants, and minerals that all work in conjunction to benefit the body in many ways. All you need is a little sprinkling of this to give your acai bowl a nice crunchy texture, and watch your cholesterol levels drop and your skin glow. Photo: Getty

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Blueberries

Like the acai berries, these tart blue pellets are rich in anthocyanins. They’re also high in vitamins A, C, and E which work to keep cells and tissues well protected from damaging free radicals that accelerates ageing and halts the growth of cancer cells. Furthermore, they provide every bite with a lovely burst of flavor. Photo: Getty

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Coconut flakes

These flakes will provide a lovely tropical whiff to your acai bowl, no doubt. But more than that, it will provide some dietary fibre, a healthy amount of manganese and copper that work in conjunction to maintain collagen strength as well as improve brain function. Photo: Getty

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Acai

Native to South and Central America, these plump berries with an earthy and tangy flavor are rich in fibre (helps in bowel movement), vitamin A (maintains healthy vision and aids in cell turnover rate), a vitamin B complex (aids with healthy metabolism), vitamin C (prevents collagen breakdown), essential fatty acids (reduces heart-related diseases and improves skin elasticity), essential amino acids (boosts muscle performance and maintains tissue development), and essential minerals. Its rich purple comes from an antioxidant compound called anthocyanin that prevents age-related damage. Photo: Getty

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Kiwi

Kiwis are famous for their skyrocketing vitamin C content. Aside from that, these furry little fruits are also high in vitamin K that helps maintain healthy bones, as well as folate that helps build healthy red blood cells to ensure that oxygen gets transported effectively around the body. Photo: Getty

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Granola

Generally a hearty mix of oats and various nuts, granola serves up a healthy amount of dietary fibre that loosens blood vessels for healthier blood flow and improves bowel movements, essential fatty acids to prevent cells from dehydrating and promoting healthy blood flow, and a good amount of vitamin E and trace minerals. Photo: Getty

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Chia seeds

These little seeds swell up when in contact with water, giving you a sense of fullness which helps prevent you from overeating. Furthermore, they are a rich source of heart and bowel loving fibre, omega 3 fatty acids that reduce inflammation and promote smooth blood flow, as well as a good serving of protein that helps keep muscles, skin, hair and nails to stay healthy. Trace elements like potassium, magnesium, and iron that keep the body running healthily are also found in chia seeds. Photo: Getty

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Almond milk

This vegetarian milk substitute gives the acai puree a creamy consistency while providing the body with vitamin E (promotes free radical protection and keeps skin glowing) and protein (promotes healthy hair and nail growth). What’s more is that it’s lactose-free, making it perfect for people who are lactose-intolerant. Photo: Getty

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