Peanut Butter & Jelly Açaí Bowls

Name: Peanut Butter & Jelly Açaí Bowls (4-Ingredient)
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 10 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: Gluten-Free
Ingredients: 2 packets frozen unsweetened acai; 1 1/2 medium ripe bananas ((previously sliced and frozen)); 3 Tbsp peanut butter powder; 1/4 - 1/2 cup unsweetened coconut, almond, rice or other non-dairy milk; 1 cup spinach (organic when possible // I buy mine washed + freeze it) ((optional)); 1/4 cup mixed berries ((optional // for color)); 1/2 medium banana, sliced; 2 Tbsp shredded unsweetened coconut; 2 Tbsp sunflower seeds/hemp seeds

This peanut butter and jelly açaí bowl combines frozen açaí, banana, peanut butter powder, and coconut milk into a creamy, nutrient-dense breakfast that tastes like a milkshake and comes together in minutes.

🌍Gluten-Free 🌍Vegan 🏷️Peanut butter & jelly açaí bowls

Total

10 min

Servings

2

Difficulty

Easy

Est. Cost

$19–$31

Recipe Source

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From Minimalist Baker · by Minimalist Baker

Ingredients

2 packets frozen unsweetened acai
1 1/2 medium ripe bananas ((previously sliced and frozen))
3 Tbsp peanut butter powder
1/4 - 1/2 cup unsweetened coconut, almond, rice or other non-dairy milk
1 cup spinach (organic when possible // I buy mine washed + freeze it) ((optional))optional
1/4 cup mixed berries ((optional // for color))optional
1/2 medium banana, sliced
2 Tbsp shredded unsweetened coconut
2 Tbsp sunflower seeds/hemp seeds

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Instructions

1
Add frozen acai, frozen banana, peanut butter powder (or butter), and the lesser amount of dairy-free milk (1/4 cup as original recipe is written) to a high-speed blender. If adding spinach, add at this time. I only added berries for purple color and recommend leaving them out for best flavor.
2
Blend on low, using a wand to push the fruit down. Smoothie bowls will be thick, so it takes them longer to blend. Continue blending, scraping down sides as needed, adding only as much dairy-free milk as it takes to help it form a thick smoothie texture.
3
Taste and adjust flavor as needed, adding more peanut butter powder (or butter) for peanut butter flavor, banana for sweetness, or berries for fruity flavor. The flavor should resemble a peanut butter banana smoothie, as the açaí is quite subtle in flavor and slightly tart.
4
Divide between two serving bowls and garnish with desired toppings. I went with coconut, berries, banana, sunflower seeds, hemp seeds, and peanut butter.
5
Enjoy immediately - best when fresh! Freeze leftovers up to 2 weeks. Thaw to enjoy.

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Tips & Notes

Pro tips

Freeze banana slices in advance (on a parchment-lined tray, 2 hours, then transfer to bags) so they're ready to blend and texture is thick and creamy.
Add liquid gradually—start with 1/4 cup coconut milk and blend, then add more if needed. The mixture should be thick enough to scoop with a spoon, not drinkable.
Use unsweetened açaí packets; sweetened versions add hidden sugar. Taste before adding extra sweeteners to toppings.
Layer toppings last and serve immediately; the açaí base softens quickly once assembled.

Substitutions

Peanut butter powder → almond butter powder or sunflower seed butter powder (nut-free, same ratio)
Coconut milk → almond milk, rice milk, or oat milk (unsweetened, same ratio)
Frozen banana → 1/2 cup frozen mango or frozen mixed berries (slightly less creamy but works)
Spinach → kale or no greens (optional; omit if preferred)

Storage & make-ahead

Blend and serve immediately for best texture. Pre-portion açaí packets and freeze up to 3 months; store peanut butter powder in a cool, dry place.

Equipment

high-powered blender (standard blender works but frozen açaí packs require power)

Common Questions

Can I make these bowls ahead of time?

Blend and serve immediately for best texture. The mixture softens quickly once blended. Prep individual frozen packets and milk the night before, then blend fresh in the morning.

What if I don't have peanut butter powder?

Use 1.5–2 Tbsp natural peanut butter (creamy or crunchy), though this adds fat and will thicken the blend. You may need slightly more milk to reach bowl consistency.

How do I know if my frozen banana is ripe enough?

Slice and freeze bananas when they're yellow with light brown speckles—this ensures natural sweetness. Overripe (mostly brown) bananas blend smoother; underripe (green) bananas are harder to blend.