Açai Delight
by CookJunkie
No ratings yet
Prep: 5 minutes
Cook: 0 minutes
Total: 5 minutes
2 servings
Easy
About This Recipe
A refreshing blended acai and coconut cream beverage topped with sparkling water and garnished with fresh berries.
Açaí is a palm fruit native to South America, especially in the Amazon rainforest.
Ingredients
- 1 cup fresh acai puree
- 2 fl oz coconut cream
- 4 fl oz sparkling water
- 1 cup ice cubes
- fresh berries for garnish
Instructions
- 1
In a blender, combine the açaí puree, coconut cream, and half of the ice cubes.
- 2
Blend until smooth and frothy.
- 3
Pour into two highball glasses.
- 4
Top each glass with sparkling water.
- 5
Add remaining ice cubes to each glass.
- 6
Garnish with fresh berries.
Chef's Notes
This recipe calls for fresh açaí puree; if unavailable, substitute with frozen açaí packets.
Plating Tips
Serve in a tall highball glass with a few berries floating on top and a reusable straw for a tropical presentation.
Nutrition (per serving)
190 kcal3g protein19g carbs13g fat3g fiber11g sugar13mg sodium