Acai berries are the amazing fruits of acai palm trees, predominantly found in Brazil’s Amazon rain forest. These small berries are packed full of nutrients and contain a whole host of antioxidants, amino acids and essential fatty acids to help your skin glow! Acai berries are known as the “Beauty Berry” and do your body a world of good including increased energy levels, boosted immune system, improved metabolic function and better skin! One of the most popular ways to eat acai berries is in a acai bowl, topped with yummy sliced fruits – check out one of my favourite recipes below.

Ingredients:

• 1 banana
• 1/2 cup frozen strawberries
• 1/2 cup frozen blueberries
• 100g frozen acas berry pulp or 4 tbsp acai powder
• 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk

Toppings:

• 1/2 small banana
• 1/4 cup blueberries
• 1/4 cup raspberries
• 1/4 cup strawberries
• 1/4 cup gluten free granola
• Drizzle of raw honey, optional

Directions:

1. Add all main ingredients to blender or food processor and blend until smooth. Add extra almond milk as required if you need to perfect the consistency. Aim for a frozen-yoghurt consistency, slightly thicker than a smoothie.

2. Spoon the mixture into bowls and top with your preferred toppings and a drizzle of honey.

Enjoy! Please leave your comments and questions below – I would love to hear from you! Make sure you share your recipe with me on my Facebook page here or tag me in your Instagram posts!

Love Olivia xx