Açaí Bowl with Banana and Berries

Ingredients and method

1 large bowl or 2 small bowls (estimated)

Planning estimate: 10–15 min · Easy. Use already-frozen banana.

Plan ahead: Freeze the sliced banana until solid, usually at least 4 hours, if you do not already have some.

Timing guide: Blending and topping take about 10–15 minutes with already-frozen banana and a suitable blender.

Method

1. Have the toppings and bowl ready. If your banana is not already frozen, slice and freeze it on a lined tray until solid, then store covered in the freezer. The blending time below assumes fully frozen fruit.
2. Run the sealed açaí packs briefly under water just until you can break the purée into pieces. Open the packs and put the pieces into a powerful blender with the frozen banana, berries and 2 tablespoons milk.
3. Secure the lid. Pulse, then blend on low, using only the manufacturer-approved tamper through its designated lid opening. If the blades stall, switch off and unplug before scraping down. Add milk 1 tablespoon at a time, just enough to let the mixture move.
4. Stop when smooth and thick enough to hold a soft mound on a spoon. Transfer to the bowl, add the measured toppings and eat immediately while cold and spoonable.