7 Smoothie Bowl Recipes to Enjoy on National Açaí Bowl Day
The United States celebrated National Açaí Bowl Day over the weekend, and it reminded us just how good smoothie bowls can be. They contain mostly superfood ingredients of fruits and vegetables, so they are delicious and nutritious.
Regardless of whether you are on a health journey or simply searching for a lightweight snack, there is a smoothie bowl for everyone. Below, discover some of the most creatives recipes we could find, from birthday cake to carrot cake.
Birthday Cake Smoothie Bowl by Eating by Elaine
In a way, National Açaí Bowl Day is kind of like a birthday party for the dish, so why not celebrate with healthy birthday cake? Eating by Elaine emulates the flavor with vanilla extract, maple syrup and almond milk, but you'll also get nutrients from cauliflower, cashews and more. The true fun part, however, comes from the festive sprinkles and birthday candles.
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Mango Pineapple Smoothie Bowl by Bakerita
Ugh, we would give anything to be on a tropical island. Sadly, we can't always pack up and fly to Bora Bora, but we can bring a taste of the isles to our homes with a smoothie bowl. This recipe from Bakerita is truly a slice of paradise, fusing mango, kiwi and pineapple.
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Peanut Butter Banana Smoothie Bowl by Purely Kaylie
Peanut butter and bananas is one of those combinations we never expected to work so well. It's probably because bananas have a much more subtle and sweet (rather than tart) flavor profile compared to other fruits. It ends up blending flawlessly into peanut butter and, unsurprisingly, making a great smoothie bowl. Purely Kaylie's recipe features only five ingredients—even better for beginners.
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Green Goddess Smoothie Bowl by The Endless Meal
Green Goddess everything has been popular over the past few years, thanks to TikTok. It can be more than a salad or dressing; it's also a tasty smoothie bowl! The Endless Meal has a recipe we're obsessed with, blending kale with kiwi, almonds and raspberries. When you eat it, you will truly feel like a Green Goddess.
(via The Endless Meal)
Carrot Cake Smoothie Bowl by Pinch of Yum
Since it's almost Easter, it's the prime time to chow down on some carrot cake—but instead of eating traditional cake, try it as a smoothie bowl. Pinch of Yum gives you a step-by-step guide to create a much healthier version. It's got all the ingredients you need to get an authentic flavor: namely carrots, vanilla extract and cinnamon.
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Matcha Smoothie Bowl by Shivani Loves Food
You really can't go wrong with anything matcha-flavored, and a smoothie bowl is no exception. Its natural earthy flavor can balance anything, from fruity to sweet. For this smoothie bowl, Shivani Loves Food leans tart with blueberries and mango chunks, but it also gives a touch of extra earthiness from nuts and cacao nibs.
(via Shivani Loves Food)
Mermaid Smoothie Bowl by The Glowing Fridge
You know a dish will be fun when it has "mermaid" in its name. This Mermaid Bowl is vibrant, healthy and full of flavor. It gets its rainbow color from avocado and spirulina powder. Meanwhile, its taste is driven by fresh fruit and almond milk, and it's got texture from granola, covering all its bases to make basically the perfect smoothie bowl.
(via The Glowing Fridge)
Searching for even more food recommendations? Click HERE to discover six recipes we enjoyed on International Waffle Day.