Açaí na Tigela (Brazilian Açaí Bowl)

• Prep time: 10 minutes

• Cook time: 0 minutes

• Total time: 10 minutes

• Servings: 2 servings

• Country of Origin: Brazil

• Description: A thick, icy, dark purple smoothie bowl made from blended frozen açaí palm fruit pulp, guaraná syrup, and bananas, topped with granola.

• Presentation & How It's Eaten: Served in wide bowls, arranged with sliced bananas, granola, and drizzled with condensed milk or honey. Eaten cold with a spoon.

• Ingredients:

  • 2 packs (3.5 oz each) frozen unsweetened açaí pulp, slightly thawed

  • 1 frozen banana

  • 2 tbsp guaraná syrup or honey

  • 1/4 cup apple juice or coconut water

  • Toppings:

    • 1 fresh banana, sliced

    • 1/2 cup crunchy granola

    • 2 tbsp sweetened condensed milk

• Step-by-Step Directions:

  • Break Pulp: Break frozen açaí pulp packs into smaller chunks.

  • Blend: Place broken açaí pulp, frozen banana, guaraná syrup, and splash of apple juice into a high-powered blender.

  • Process: Blend on high speed using a tamper tool until thick, smooth, and sorbet-like in consistency.

  • Assemble Bowl: Scoop thick frozen smoothie into serving bowls.

  • Garnish: Top evenly with fresh banana slices, granola, and drizzle with condensed milk. Serve immediately.

• Optional: Add sliced strawberries, paçoca (peanut candy), or powdered milk on top.

• Cooking Tips: Use minimal liquid while blending to achieve a scoopable, sorbet-like thickness.

• Nutrition Facts:

  • Calories: ~340 kcal

  • Total Fat: 9g

  • Saturated Fat: 3g

  • Cholesterol: 10mg

  • Sodium: 75mg

  • Total Carbohydrates: 62g

  • Dietary Fiber: 7g

  • Sugars: 38g

  • Protein: 6g