{Breakfast}: Homemade Acai Bowls

Growing up, breakfast wasn't really my thing. My sisters would always make crepes or German pancakes, but I would much rather eat an early lunch rather than eat breakfast. Once we moved to San Francisco though, I fell in LOVE with all things breakfast. My favorite restaurants in the city are my favorite places to enjoy brunch.

This week on Elephant & Chick, we are going to share some of our favorite breakfast ideas you can make right at home. They are easy enough to pull together on a busy morning, and will keep you full until lunch. Without any further ado, my new personal favorite: Homemade Acai Bowls.

I have a coworker who is obsessed with acai bowls. She makes one almost every morning in the office, and that's where I first learned about them. Acai berries (pronounced ah-sigh-EE) are a superfood containing antioxidants, fiber, and heart-healthy fats. 

A few months ago, my husband and I wanted to try them out for ourselves, so we bought some frozen acai packets. We found a 10-pack at Costco for about $10. These bowls are so easy to put together, and they are so fun to eat! I mean, who doesn't eating a bowl full of fruit and granola?

Acai Bowls

Serves 2

Bowls:

1 packet acai berry
1 cup blueberries
1-2 bananas
1/4 cup milk (my fave is coconut milk)

Toppings:

Fruit, granola, coconut, honey, nuts, chia seeds

Add all "bowl" ingredients to the blender and mix until pureed. Pour mixture into two bowls, and add toppings.