15 Refreshing Açai Recipes Perfect for Warm Weather!

Açai berries are high in antioxidants and have other health benefits, such as increased blood flow, detoxification, and being great for hair, skin, and nails. It’s typically consumed in smoothie bowls and smoothies. The only way to get your hands on it in most places is buying it frozen. It’s thick, smooth, creamy, and refreshing! Get creative with your açai bowls and even use açai to make other refreshing treats with these 15 açai recipes from the Food Monster App that are perfect for spring and summer!

1. Acai Bowl

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Acai bowls have been popular in cafes for a while now, and it’s a lot of fun to buy one every once in a while. But making your own is much cheaper and quicker. Play around with the toppings to find your favorite combination, and enjoy this delicious bowl of goodness! Try it with this delicious Acai Bowl recipe by Marina Yanay-Triner.

2. Berry Beauty Tonic

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The anti-inflammatory properties acai berries boast are due to the combination of antioxidants. Many of the antioxidant compounds found in acai berries have been shown to block inflammatory pathways in the body. The acai berry’s high number of antioxidants makes it helpful for skin regeneration and preventing early signs of aging. Try this Berry Beauty Tonic by Maryea Flaherty.

3. Blueberry Acai Iced Latte 

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This Blueberry Acai Iced Latte by Harriet Porterfield is a coffee free iced latté made with blueberries, acai and coconut milk. Sure, you won’t get the rocket fuel kick you get from a good ol’cup of joe, but the acai is a beautifully fruity alternative to energize you for the day. You can use any dairy free milk you have to hand, but the coconut makes it extra creamy and latté-like. If you haven’t got any acai powder, just use extra blueberries in your syrup for a richer color. Blackberries would work really well too.

4. Protein Açaí and Red Currant Breakfast Bowl

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Red currants are so high in Vitamin C and Açaí is a nutritional powerhouse with fiber, protein, the antioxidant anthocyanin, abundant in acai berries, may lower oxidative stress and inflammation, promoting brain health. Just to name a few. And this Protein Açaí and Red Currant Breakfast Bowl by Robin Runner is chock full of plant-based protein! So easy & delicious.

5. Raw Blueberry Lavender and Vanilla Cheesecake Squares 

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A nut and date crust, creamy cashew filling, and rich chocolate ganache make for the perfect sweet treat. These Raw Blueberry Lavender and Vanilla Cheesecake Squares by Lexi & Beth Sinclair have the perfect touch of floral flavor that doesn’t overpower the tart flavor of the berry or the comforting vanilla. Enjoy these bars straight out of the freezer (and try to share with friends and family)!

6. Açaí Blueberry Bars With Chocolate 

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If you ask me I’d say that it’s natural and healthy to crave sweet treats every now and then. You don’t need to get rid of your cravings you just need to make better healthier choices. Next time you feel a sweet tooth coming on try these sugar free Açaí Blueberry Bars With Chocolate by Sirke Reivo. They will not only satisfy your cravings but also boost and Support your body and mind! Ready for the recipe?

7. Blackberry Açaí Nice Cream 

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As the weather gets warmer, our tastes shift from warm, cozy flavors to sweet and refreshing. And you can’t get any more refreshing than Blackberry Açaí Nice Cream by Gemma Gonzalez. It’s a creamy nice cream loaded with super antioxidant blackberries, acai powder, and a hint of almond butter. While most nice creams rely just on bananas to make them creamy, this one takes it to the next level with the addition of coconut milk. Yum!

8. Açaí, Vanilla, and Almond Butter Fudge 

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This decadent Açaí, Vanilla, and Almond Butter Fudge by Christina Leopold has layer upon layer of delightful flavors. The squares start off with a rich, almond butter fudge which is followed by a silky-smooth layer of vanilla, then a velvety layer of açaí, and finished with a homemade chocolate topping.

9. 3-Minute Açai Bowl

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Acai is full of goodness and packed with more antioxidants than other berries. Antioxidants slow the aging process by fighting free radicals. Acai is also a good source of omega 3 fats. These are just a few benefits of these magical berries! This 3-Minute Açai Bowl by Pauline Hanuise includes all these benefits and is easy to make!

10. Blueberry and Acai Berry Cheesecake 

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Made with natural, low-glycemic sugars and plenty of other wonderfully healthy ingredients like activated nuts, superfoods of dried berry powders such as acai, pomegrante, maca and cacao, this Blueberry and Acai Berry Cheesecake by Judy Moosmueller is full of enzymes, minerals and amino acids. Raw desserts are the best.

11. Avocado Chocolate Cake With Açaí 

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If you want something that is simple, impressive, and delicious, then this Avocado Chocolate Cake With Açaí recipe by Deniz Kilic is perfect for you. This cake has a smooth, creamy texture from the avocado and the purple from the açaí makes this dessert absolutely stunning. It’s guaranteed to be a show-stopper when you have friends for dinner.

12. Banana and Blueberry Oat Bars 

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Oat bars are super easy to make, and when made with the right ingredients can be extremely juicy and nutritious! TheseBanana and Blueberry Oat Bars by Niki Webster are packed with flavor, antioxidants, and have added crunch from sunflower and sesame seeds, and almonds. Pack these with you on a trip for a tasty way to fend off hunger.

13. Raw Açai Mini Cheesecakes 

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These adorable Raw Açai Mini Cheesecakes by Lena Ksanti have got that creamy, authentic flavor down pat. It’s all thanks to the magical combination of cashews, lemon juice, and dates. Açai offers the perfect fruity note to balance out the citrusy lemon flavors.

14. Açaí Ice Cream

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Açaí berries contain 19 different amino acids, including an optimal combination of essential amino acids, the building blocks of protein. Açaí contains 8 grams of protein per 100 gram serving. They also have essential fatty acids, in the form of Omegas 3-6-9, as well as beneficial flavonoids, magnesium, and potassium. Try this superfood in Carri Pattison‘s Açaí Ice Cream.

15. Blueberry Açaí Super Smoothie 

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While drinking this smoothie, imagine all the wonders it is doing for your body, like fighting free radicals with powerful antioxidants that may help reduce the risk of some diseases, such as heart disease and cancer. This Blueberry Açaí Super Smoothie by Jennifer Strohmeyer is delightful and so easy to make.

If you enjoy recipes like this, you should check out 15 Smoothie and Juice Recipes to Help You Stay Healthy, 15 Delicious Ways to Make Homemade Non-Dairy Ice Cream, and 15 Vegan Ice Cream Recipes With 5-Ingredients Or Less!

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