Acai Banana Smoothie
Why this recipe works
- Fast to blend: Everything goes straight into the blender, making this a genuinely quick drink with minimal prep.
- Thick, smooth texture: Frozen berries and açaí give the smoothie body, while ripe banana helps it blend creamy rather than icy.
- Fresh, balanced flavour: Apple juice adds sweetness and liquid, while lime juice keeps the berry flavour bright and tangy.
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Texture tips
- For a spoonable smoothie: Use frozen banana and keep the apple juice to just enough for the blender to catch.
- For a drinkable texture: Add a little more apple juice gradually, blending after each splash so the smoothie does not become too loose.
Ingredient notes
- Use a ripe banana: A ripe banana brings natural sweetness and helps balance the tartness of the frozen berries and açaí.
- Adjust the sharpness: Orange juice gives a sharper citrus note than apple juice, while extra lime makes the finish brighter.
Make-ahead tips
- Best served straight away: The texture is thickest and freshest immediately after blending, before the frozen fruit starts to melt.
- If storing briefly: Chill in a sealed container for up to 1 day, then shake or re-blend before serving.
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Ingredients
Instructions
- Pour the apple juice into a blender. Squeeze in the lime juice.
- Peel the banana and break it into chunks, then add to the blender with the mixed berries and açaí. Blend until thick and completely smooth, stopping to scrape down the jug if needed.
- Taste and add a little more apple juice only if you want it looser. Pour into a glass and serve straight away.
Recipe notes
Tips
- For an extra-cold, spoonable texture, freeze the banana (peeled) before blending.
- If the smoothie won’t catch in the blender, add a small splash more apple juice and pulse, then blend again until smooth.
Substitutions
- Replace Apple juice with Orange juice for a sharper citrus finish.
- Replace Mixed berries with Strawberry for a sweeter, less tangy smoothie.
Storage
- Refrigerate up to 1 days
- Best served straight away. If needed, chill in the fridge in a sealed container for up to 1 day and re-blend or shake well before drinking.
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Recipe overview
- Servings: 1 glasses
- Total time: 7min (7min active)
- Difficulty: Easy
- Cuisine: Latin American
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