Açai Amazon Dream
About This Recipe
A refreshing Brazilian frozen treat made with blended açai puree, coconut milk, lime juice, honey, and banana, topped with blueberries and shredded coconut.
Açai berries have been a staple in the Amazon rainforest for centuries, used by local communities for their nutritional properties and medicinal benefits.
Ingredients
- 2 cup frozen açai puree
- 1 cup coconut milk
- 1/2 cup lime juice, freshly squeezed
- 3 tbsp honey
- 1 banana, ripe, sliced and frozen
- 1/2 cup blueberries
- 1/4 cup shredded unsweetened coconut
- 6 bamboo skewers
Instructions
- 1
In a blender, combine the açai puree, coconut milk, lime juice, and honey. Blend until smooth and creamy.
- 2
Add the frozen sliced banana to the blender and blend until incorporated.
- 3
Pour the mixture into 6 individual serving glasses or cups.
- 4
Top each with a generous sprinkling of blueberries and shredded coconut.
- 5
Insert a bamboo skewer into each glass, pushing it through the blueberries and coconut to create a colorful garnish.
Chef's Notes
This dessert is a delightful way to explore the flavors of Brazil while enjoying a refreshing, healthy treat.