This Strawberry Acai Smoothie Bowl combines frozen strawberries, creamy banana, and superfood acai into a thick, spoonable treat! Perfect for a nutritious breakfast or post-workout snack, it's naturally sweetened and ready in just 5 minutes!
If you love this recipe, try my Super Thick Berry Smoothie Bowl or Mango Smoothie Bowl next!
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Editor's Note: This post was originally published on January 8, 2024. I recently updated it on January 18, 2025, with more information and helpful tips, but the recipe remains the same.
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Why I love this bowl
- Perfectly thick: The ideal ratio of frozen fruit creates a perfect spoonable texture.
- Naturally sweet: No added sugars needed - just real fruit flavor.
- Customizable: Top it with your favorite fruits, nuts, and seeds.
- Quick + easy: Ready in 5 minutes with just your blender.
Recipe ingredients
All ingredients for this acai bowl recipe are shown in the pic below and special notes are made in the bulleted list below to assist you.
- Frozen strawberries - Frozen strawberries are the base of this smoothie bowl. If strawberries aren't your thing or you want to mix it up, use frozen mixed berries. You can use fresh fruit, but you have to add ice cubes to thicken it, which will dilute the flavor.
- Frozen banana - Creates creamy richness and natural sweetness. You can substitute with frozen avocado for a similar creamy texture without the banana flavor.
- Acai packets - Adds antioxidants and that signature acai bowl flavor. You can find frozen acai packets in the frozen section of your grocery store or acai berries in a bag of mixed fruit. If you can't find them, use two tablespoons of acai powder instead.
- Greek yogurt - Greek yogurt adds creaminess and protein. Regular yogurt can also be used.
- Almond milk - I used unsweetened almond milk, but feel free to use any milk of choice, like oat milk, soy milk, or even regular dairy milk.
- Honey - Optional. Honey adds extra sweetness if you like a sweeter smoothie bowl. You can also use maple or agave syrup.
See the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post for a complete list of ingredients and measurements.
How to make a strawberry acai smoothie bowl
You will need a high-speed blender, regular blender, or food processor to make this recipe.
- If using a high-speed blender, add the following ingredients in the order given: Almond milk, Greek yogurt, acai berry puree, frozen banana, and frozen strawberries. If using a blender cup, reverse the order and add the frozen fruit first. Note: Adding liquids first helps everything blend smoothly.
- Break up 1 packet frozen acai and 1 frozen banana into chunks. Add these plus 2 cups frozen strawberries to the blender.
- Blend on high speed for 30-60 seconds. Scrape the sides of the blender or food processor with a spatula if needed, and keep blending until smooth. This may take 2-3 minutes. Note: If the mixture is too thick, add a bit more milk. If it's too thin, add a few more frozen strawberries. Taste the smoothie and add honey if desired.
- Pour the mixture into your favorite smoothie bowl. Garnish with your favorite smoothie bowl toppings and serve immediately.
Top tips
- Get it thick: Add frozen ingredients to your blender last. Use minimal liquid and be patient while blending.
- Perfect blend: A powerful blender is key. Stop and scrape the sides with a spatula as needed.
- Prep ahead: Freeze fruit in advance on a lined baking sheet before transferring to freezer bags.
- Serve immediately: These bowls are best enjoyed right away while they're perfectly thick.
Best smoothie bowl toppings
Make your bowl Instagram-worthy with these delicious toppings:
- Banana slices
- Fresh fruit
- Homemade granola
- Chia seeds or hemp hearts
- Coconut flakes
- Drizzle of honey
- Nut butter swirl (almond butter, cashew butter, or peanut butter)
Variations
- Vegan - Use plant-based yogurt and milk.
- Protein boost - Add a scoop of protein powder for extra protein.
- Switch the fruit: Try mixed berries, blueberries, raspberries, or mangoes.
- Add greens: Sneak in some spinach or kale - you won't taste it!
Storage & make ahead
- Prep ahead: Store frozen fruits in portion-sized bags ready to blend.
- Storage: These bowls are best enjoyed fresh. If needed, freeze for up to 2 hours and let thaw slightly before eating.
Recipe FAQs
This strawberry acai bowl contains five ingredients: Frozen strawberries, a banana, frozen acai, Greek yogurt, and almond milk.
The main difference between a smoothie and a smoothie bowl is that a smoothie is blended to a thin consistency so you can drink it through a straw. A smoothie bowl is thicker and is eaten with a spoon. It has a very similar texture to soft-serve ice cream.
Both smoothie bowls and smoothies can be nutritious, but their benefits depend on the ingredients, portion sizes, and sugar content. Piling a smoothie bowl with toppings high in calories or sugar will not make it a healthy choice.
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Printable Recipe
Strawberry Acai Smoothie Bowl
Ingredients
- ¼ cup almond milk
- ½ cup Greek yogurt
- 1 cup frozen strawberries
- 1 medium frozen banana sliced
- ½ cup acai berries frozen or puree
- 2 tablespoons honey optional
Optional smoothie bowl toppings:
- chia seeds or hemp hearts
- coconut chunks or shredded coconut
- fresh or frozen fruit
- sliced banana or pomegranate
- granola
Instructions
- Combine almond milk, Greek yogurt, frozen strawberries, frozen banana, and acai berries in a high speed blender, blender cup, or food processor.
- Blend on high speed for 2-3 minutes until the ingredients are blended and smooth. Scrape the sides of the blender or food processor if needed.
- Taste and sweeten with 1-2 tablespoons of honey if desired.
- Transfer into a bowl and add your favorite smoothie toppings. Serve immediately and enjoy!
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Notes
- Slightly thaw your frozen fruit for 5 minutes before blending to make it blend more smoothly.
- Be mindful of the toppings you add to your smoothie bowl.
- The nutrition information above only includes the smoothie bowl base, not any toppings.
Nutrition
The provided nutrition information is automatically calculated. Accuracy is not guaranteed.
This recipe was originally published on January 8, 2024. It was completely updated on January 18, 2025.
About Jeri Walker
Jeri Walker is the founder and CEO of Winding Creek Ranch. She is a self-taught home cook who specializes in easy family-friendly recipes. Jeri is also a food writer who regularly writes articles for MSN. Read about Jeri's journey and connect with her on your favorite social media channels!
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