Make a high protein acai bowl with banana, berries, frozen acai, greek yogurt, protein powder and all your favorite toppings! It’s healthy, easy to make and packed with 30+ grams of protein.
If you love acai bowls, but are trying to get your protein in, I’ve got the perfect solution for you… this protein acai bowl!
It’s similar to my classic acai bowl recipe, but this one is packed with over 30 grams of protein thanks to the addition of protein powder and greek yogurt! It’s the perfect way to start your day or makes for a great post-workout treat.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Nutrient-Packed – Loaded with antioxidants, vitamins and 30 grams of protein, this bowl will keep you fueled and satisfied.
- Easy – It comes together in minutes… just add everything to a blender, blend, pour into a bowl, add your toppings and enjoy.
- Customizable – The best part about smoothie bowls are the toppings… feel free to get creative and add whatever your heart desires. I love topping this bowl with homemade granola, fresh fruit, chia seeds and nut butter, but the options are endless!
Ingredients Needed
- unsweetened acai packet – provides the base and distinctive flavor for the bowl. Acai is a superfood rich in antioxidants! Using an unsweetened packet allows you to control the sweetness of your bowl and keeps it healthy.
- frozen banana – adds natural sweetness and creaminess.
- frozen berries – contributes to the fruity flavor and vibrant color.
- full fat greek yogurt – adds creaminess and a protein boost.
- vanilla protein powder – increases the protein content and provides a great taste.
- non-dairy milk – helps blend everything smoothly and keeps the bowl dairy-free.
Recipe Variations
- Dairy-Free: replace the greek yogurt with a dairy-free yogurt alternative like coconut or almond yogurt.
- Different Protein Powder: use chocolate protein powder for a different flavor.
- Fruit Swap: try using different frozen fruits like mango, pineapple, or peaches to change up the flavor.
- Green Boost: add a handful of spinach or kale to the blend for an extra dose of greens without altering the taste too much.
- Nut Butter: blend in a tablespoon of almond butter or peanut butter for added richness and protein.
How to Make a Protein Acai Bowl
Step 1: Add all ingredients to a blender.
Step 2: Blend on a low setting for a few seconds while slowly increasing the speed until you have a creamy consistency.
Recipe Tips!
- Make sure you are using unsweetened frozen acai berry packets for this recipe.
- Use a high-powdered blender with a tamper like a Vitamix blender. The tamper is critical for pushing the ingredients around and you definitely need a machine that has power when you’re working through this amount of frozen fruit.
- Acai bowls are meant to be super thick and scoop-able with a spoon! Using frozen fruit and a small amount of liquid will help ensure your smoothie bowl ends up nice and thick.
Frequently Asked Questions
Frozen fruit helps achieve a thick, creamy texture for the acai bowl. If you use fresh fruit, you might need to add ice cubes to achieve the desired consistency.
Yes! Like I mentioned above, acai is loaded with antioxidants and a healthy little super-fruit! Watch for added sugars in your acai mixture and make sure your bowl is well rounded with protein, fat and fiber for a filling snack or meal.
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