This Superfoods Acai Bowl is so delicious you won't believe how healthy it is! Make it extra special by loading it up with toppings. {gluten free, paleo, whole30}

Have you tried a smoothie bowl yet? If not, it's time to give this Superfoods Acai Bowl a whirl.

Don't be mistaken: it is different from a smoothie you drink with a straw. It is thicker, more like ice cream, so the toppings stay on the surface without sinking.

You can easily achieve this by adding more frozen fruit and less liquid. It's nice to have a bit of crunch on top or sweetness from some fresh fruit. It's a whole different experience from a smoothie. Trust me on this one.

This is one of my favorite combos for a smoothie bowl. The sweet blueberries and raspberries hide the taste of the spinach and the frozen blueberries help to thicken it.

What is Acai?

Acai (pronounced ah-sah-ee) is a berry that comes from the acai palm tree. It is similar in nutrition to a blueberry, containing fiber, heart-healthy fats, and more antioxidants than other berries.

How To Make an Acai Bowl

Making an acai bowl is so easy my kids do it regularly. All you do is add the ingredients into the blender and mix. Since this is going into a bowl and eaten with a spoon, you want a thicker consistency. We like spinach, frozen berries, banana, acai powder and almond or coconut milk. It's so easy!

What Toppings Can I Put on an Acai Bowl?

pistachios
walnuts
cocoa powder
cinnamon
kiwi
pumpkin seeds
oatmeal / granola
chia seeds
raisins
almond butter
peanut butter
sunflower butter
pumpkin puree
cocoa nibs
dates
cashews
figs
flax seeds
chocolate chips (did I just say that?)
shaved or chopped chocolate
hazelnuts
macadamia nuts
sunflower seeds
pumpkin seeds
figs
frozen berries or cherries
banana
mango
persimmon
apples
pears
raisins
dried cherries

So try one today and see what all the hype is about. I think you'll be pleasantly surprised.