Acai Bowl with California Prunes
Have you ever tried an acai bowl? They’re similar to a smoothie but piled high with your favorite fruits, nuts and other toppings. If you’re looking for a nutritious breakfast that won’t leave you hangry by lunch time, look no further.
How is a smoothie bowl different from a traditional smoothie?
Smoothie bowls are blended to a slightly thicker consistency than normal smoothies, so that you can eat them with a spoon. They, they’re topped with a lots of yummy add-ons, like fruit, nuts and even prunes!
Can I customize my smoothie bowl?
You can (and should) customize this smoothie bowl recipe to your liking. Prefer blueberries to acai? Swap them out. Coconut flakes aren’t your fave? Use slivered nuts instead. The beauty of these bowls is that they’re endlessly customizable, so you can create your own personalized masterpiece.
Acai Bowl with California Prunes
Ingredients
For the Smoothie:
- 1 frozen banana
- 5 California Prunes
- 1 cup acai puree or your choice of frozen fruit
For Topping:
- 2 prunes cut into strips
- 1 tablespoon goji berries
- 1-2 tablespoons cashew nuts
- a handful of raspberries
- pineapple slices
- coconut shreds
- mint leaves
Instructions
- Pour boiling water over prunes and set aside for 5 minutes.
- Put frozen banana, hot prunes and acai puree into the blender and blend well.
- Pour smoothie into a bowl.
- Place slices of pineapple, coconut shreds, prunes, raspberries, cashew, goji berries, and mint leaves on top of the smoothie.
- Serve immediately and enjoy your Acai Bowl with California Prunes! For more breakfast or snack ideas, check out our Recipe page.
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