Get a great serving of protein in at breakfast with these easy High Protein Açaí Smoothie Bowls. These plant-based smoothies take just 5-10 minutes to make and have 36g of protein per serving!
Açaí bowls were all the rage a few years ago, and touted as a super food. These days, the myths of one specific food like açaí being the food that will change your diet are gone.
But açaí bowls do still have plenty of nutrients, especially when made with a proper nutrient breakdown in mind.
Getting enough protein is essential for optimal health, including muscle building and longevity! So adding some extra protein to a breakfast smoothie that is already rich in micronutrients from the fruits is a great way to go.
Plus, if you start your day with protein, you'll be fuller longer. And it will help make sure you're getting enough protein throughout the day!
Why I love these Açaí Protein Bowls
- Dietary needs — this smoothie is dairy-free, vegan, oil-free, gluten-free, and sugar-free
- Easy to make — smoothies are such an easy way to get in plenty of nutrients.
- Great for meal prep — you can make smoothies the night before or even the weekend before for a grab and go breakfast
- Customizable — grab your favorite flavor of protein powder, and switch up the fruits, nuts, yogurt, granola, and other toppings you add
- Packed with protein — depending on the milk, yogurt, and protein powder you use, this recipe has over 36g of protein per serving
Ingredient Notes & Substitutions
- Frozen Açaí:look for a package that is just açaí - not a smoothie mix. Most smoothie mixes have added sugar and other ingredients we don't want
- FrozenMixed Berries:I used a berry blend. Feel free to use your favorite frozen berries
- Frozen Banana:always keep frozen bananas on hand for smoothies and desserts! Using a frozen banana makes your smoothie nice and creamy, so you don't have to water it down with ice.
- Non-Dairy GreekStyle Yogurt:greek-style yogurt creates a thick and creamy texture and adds even more protein. I've been loving Kite Hill's greek-style yogurt
- Soy Milk: you can use any non-dairy milk, but soy milk in particular adds another boost of protein
- Vegan Protein Powder: I used Naked's Vegan Vanilla Shake protein powder. I love this brand because of how clean there ingredients are. If you're looking for a completely unsweetened protein powder you can try their vegan seed protein powder or even their peanut powder
- Cinnamon
- Maple Syrup:if your protein powder is unsweetened, you may want some extra sweetness, so feel free to add some maple syrup
- To Serve:Vanilla AlmondGranola, nuts, chia seeds, hemp seeds, fresh fruit, coconut, etc.
How to make an Açaí Protein Bowl
Step 1. Add all the ingredients to your blender and blend until smooth. Taste and adjust the sweetness if desired.
Step 2. Serve bowl-style with your favorite toppings.
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Tips for the best high protein smoothie
- Make it easy on your blender. If your ingredients are very frozen, let them thaw slightly before blending.
- Add sweetness. If you're using an unsweetened protein powder or just want a bit more sweetness in your breakfast, add a few extra teaspoons of maple or date syrup
- Choose the protein-rich options. Soy milk and a non-dairy yogurt with protein added in are both great options for your smoothie, since they'll be giving you extra protein. Choose those options over regular non-dairy milk or yogurt.
- Protein powder. I used Naked's Vegan Vanilla Shake protein powder. I love this brand because of how clean there ingredients are. If you're looking for a completely unsweetened protein powder you can try their vegan seed protein powder or even their peanut powder. I also like the Natreve brand Peanut Butter flavor, and they have a French vanilla flavor that would work well in this smoothie.
- Use frozen fruit, not ice. Ice makes for a watery smoothie that doesn't store well. Instead, use frozen fruit (as opposed to fresh.)
- Add your favorite toppings. The topping possibilities are literally endless. I chose fresh fruit, granola, coconut, almonds, chia and hemp seeds for my bowls. Other topping ideas include more non-dairy yogurt, other seeds like pepitas or flaxseeds, other nuts like walnuts, nut butters, chocolate chips, cereals and more!
Granola Toppings
Make your favorite granola recipe to go on these bowls. Here are a few to choose from:
- Vanilla Almond Granola (what I used)
- 7-Ingredient Granola
- Chia Granola
- Banana Walnut Granola
- Coconut Granola
FAQ
Storing Leftovers
I store my smoothie leftovers in a freezer safe bag. They can last for months in the freezer.
Defrost in the fridge overnight.
Prep for the go
Grab some plastic or other freezer-safe cups and pour in the smoothie. Cover with plastic wrap and freeze. Then defrost in the fridge the night before you want to drink your smoothie.
Recipe Prayer
Thank you God for a healthy smoothie bowl to fuel our bodies with protein, vitamins, and nutrients. Amen.
More Protein Breakfast Recipes
Looking for more protein-rich breakfasts? Try these recipes next:
- Protein Chia Pudding
- Protein Powder Overnight Oats
- Tofu Scramble
- Sweet Potato Hash Browns with Tempeh Sausage
- Tofu Scramble Breakfast Sandwich
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