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Healthy High-Protein Acai Bowl Recipe with Crunchy Granola Topping Perfect for Breakfast

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A nourishing and delicious acai bowl with a creamy high-protein base and a crunchy homemade granola topping, perfect for a quick and energizing breakfast.

Ingredients

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  • 100g (3.5 oz) frozen acai puree, unsweetened
  • 1 cup (150g) frozen mixed berries
  • 1 ripe banana, sliced
  • ½ cup (120g) Greek yogurt, plain, full-fat or low-fat
  • 1 scoop (~30g) vanilla protein powder (whey or plant-based)
  • ½ cup (120ml) unsweetened almond milk
  • 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup (optional)
  • Granola Topping:
  • 1 cup rolled oats
  • ¼ cup chopped almonds, toasted
  • 2 tbsp pumpkin seeds
  • 1 tbsp chia seeds
  • 2 tbsp honey or maple syrup
  • 1 tbsp coconut oil
  • ½ tsp cinnamon
  • Pinch of sea salt
  • Fresh fruit for garnish (sliced strawberries, kiwi, or banana)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C). In a mixing bowl, combine rolled oats, chopped almonds, pumpkin seeds, chia seeds, cinnamon, and sea salt.
  2. Melt coconut oil with honey or maple syrup, then pour over dry ingredients and stir until coated.
  3. Spread granola mixture evenly on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Toast for 15–20 minutes, stirring halfway through. Remove and let cool completely.
  4. In a high-speed blender, combine frozen acai puree, frozen mixed berries, sliced banana, Greek yogurt, protein powder, and almond milk. Blend on high until smooth and thick, about 1-2 minutes. Add more almond milk if needed for desired consistency.
  5. Taste the base and add honey or maple syrup if sweeter flavor is desired; pulse to combine.
  6. Spoon acai mixture into bowls, sprinkle cooled granola on top, and garnish with fresh fruit slices.
  7. Serve immediately for best texture and flavor.

Notes

If blender struggles, break frozen fruit into smaller chunks before blending. Cool granola thoroughly before adding to maintain crunch. Store granola in airtight container at room temperature for up to two weeks. Acai base can be refrigerated up to 24 hours; stir or re-blend before serving. For vegan version, use plant-based yogurt and protein powder, and replace honey with maple syrup.

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