A healthy smoothie not only gives you a dose of much-needed vitamins and nutrients but can also help you stay focused and productive until your next meal.

The base of this smoothie is made from hand-harvested Acai, which contains 7 x the antioxidants of blueberries plus Omega-3, 6 & 9 essential fatty acids.

Antioxidants neutralise free radicals in our bodies, helping to minimise inflammation and boost overall health. In addition to being brain boosters, Acai is also skin and hair saviours.

Adding an extra hit of antioxidants is the cacao: it’s also a great source of fibre, protein, potassium, magnesium, and natural compounds known to reduce anxiety and lift our moods. Mix these together with frozen bananas, nut butter, oat milk and frozen berries and you’ve got a delicious Choc Acai Smoothie that tastes naughty, but is seriously good for you.

Ingredients:

  1. 2 x Amazonia Acai Pure Sachets
  2. 2 frozen bananas, chopped
  3. 1 cup frozen mixed berries
  4. 2 tbsp cacao peanut spread 
  5. 1 tbsp cacao powder 
  6. 3/4 cup oat milk (or other plant-based milk)

Directions:

  1. Combine all ingredients in a high speed blender, blend until smooth. Add more oat milk if required. 
  2. Pour into a jar/glass and layer with buckinis (or granola), additional cacao peanut spread, and/or choc almonds. 

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Acai image credit:  Healthy Luxe