Jul 10

Blueberry Acai Smoothie Cups

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In honor of National Blueberry Day (July 11, aka tomorrow!), this week’s theme is Blueberries! Make sure you hop around to check out all the amazing recipes in this link up and feel free to add your recipes as well!

So here’s the thing–I had a recipe planned for a Blueberry Protein Smoothie Bowl…but when I finally got around to making it a couple weeks ago, I realized that I no longer had any bowls left in my apartment.

That’s right. Not a single one.

I’ve been eating out of Tupperware containers, but let’s face it: Tupperware really doesn’t photograph all that well. (sigh)

Case in point: I massively altered my intended recipe. (Gotta learn to roll with the punches, right?)

This could still be a smoothie bowl if you, y’know, put it in a bowl. But since I presently am not able to do so, you’ll just have to use your imagination. :D I used my silicone baking cups (affiliate link)—they work for everything! :P

Since space was limited, I just topped em’ each off with chopped/sliced nuts and a sprinkle of unsweetened coconut flakes, but as with my past smoothie bowl recipes (e.g. Tropical Smoothie Bowl…Tropical Acai Bowl…Coconut Acai Bowl…), feel free to go to town on the toppings! If you need ideas, I’ve listed a couple here:

  • dried or fresh fruit, chopped/diced/sliced
  • chia seeds/hemp seeds
  • ground flax seed
  • cacao powder

It’s really darn hot here, and since I take almost all my food pictures out on my balcony, they melted a little before I actually snapped the pictures. har har. Still good though! <3

Blueberry Acai Smoothie Cups

blueberryacaismootihecupIngredients:

  • 1/2 cup frozen blueberries
  • 1 Sambazon unsweetened smoothie pack
  • 1/4 cup cactus water
  • walnuts, chopped
  • almonds, sliced
  • crispy pili nuts, chopped
  • unsweetened coconut flakes

Instructions:

  1. Combine blueberries, acai smoothie pack, and cactus water in a blender and blend until smooth.
  2. Pour into silicone baking cups (or a bowl) and add desired toppings!
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  1. Very cute! We are going to be moving too and all my ‘nice’ photography stuff is packed up! But these cups are so cute and sound delicious! Thanks for the link up!
    Michelle recently posted…Kodiak Cakes Berry Breakfast MuffinsMy Profile

    1. hehe, thanks so much! :D You can definitely relate then, hehehe. I’m currently living with a friend, so if I get to make anything, I will be perusing her dishes and cookware! :P

  2. This looks yummy! I’m just getting into smoothies (crazy right?) I’m adding this to my list of ones to try. Pinning to easily find later!
    Amanda recently posted…Shrimp Scampi with LinguineMy Profile

    1. :O! There is a whole ‘nother world out there–in the form of delicious smoothies–go forth and explore!! :D I hope you like this one! :]

  3. Like a superfood jello shot :D
    Susie @ SuzLyfe recently posted…Join me at Bright Pink Fit Fest for Breast and Ovarian Health!My Profile

    1. hahaha, basically! :D!

  4. I guess I’ll be making some blueberry pancakes tomorrow morning to celebrate! Yay blubs!!
    Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine recently posted…Friday Finisher 7/10/15My Profile

    1. Yay! :D

      I snickered at the word, “blubs.” I’m going to have to incorporate that into my everyday vocabulary, just for kicks! :P

  5. This looks so good! Love that you used cactus water! How fun!!!
    Annmarie recently posted…Foodie Friday: 5 Easy + Gluten Free Blueberry RecipesMy Profile

    1. Thanks so much, Annmarie! Hooray for random grocery store discoveries! :D!

  6. These are not only delicious but pack an antioxidant punch, I love it!! I love blueberries, acai, and smoothies/smoothie bowls so this recipe sounds perfect to me!
    Sarah recently posted…Peanut Butter Bacon JalapeƃĀ±o Poppers with Raspberry Coconut Dipping Sauce (vegan)My Profile

    1. :D! I hope the weather warms up again sometime, because I’ve been reallyyy wanting to start off my days with smoothie bowls!!

  7. I understand you on the tubberware thing haha. My husband is usually the voice of reason on dish washing around here :).

    I will have to try this out! I always drink my smoothies, but this is a great alternative!!

    1. hahaha, nice! :P

      I hope you like it! The more crazy-frozen the fruit is, the more sorbet/froyo-like the consistency will be! :]

  8. What a super cute idea! Also, I have never tried cactus water, but I am super intrigued by it!
    Hannah @ CleanEatingVeggieGirl recently posted…Eating Gluten-Free in Fort Collins and Denver, Colorado {Part 3}My Profile

    1. I hadn’t either until I found it on sale! I can’t really describe the taste, but it almost tastes like berry-infused water to me…? (I am terrible with food descriptions.)

  9. Those look yummy!! I’m all about all the berries in season right now!! So good!
    Melanie recently posted…Friday Five: Do What?!My Profile

    1. Berries make me extra-happy for summer! <3!

  10. I actually tried cactus water a few weeks ago! It was very interesting, Im sure it tastes great in this :)
    rachel @ Athletic Avocado recently posted…Fluff n’ Nutter Ice CreamMy Profile

    1. I can’t figure out how to describe the taste! :O It definitely wasn’t what I expected, but I liked it! :]

  11. What cute presentation! Haha it turned out well that you had no bowls left ;)
    Jess @hellotofit recently posted…#LJInspired Instagram Challenge: are you in?My Profile

    1. hehehe, thanks, Jess!

      I have bowls again for a short period of time (til I start my rotation in August)! If only I weren’t in study hibernation–I wanna make the world!

  12. cactus water? I am so intrigued – these cups sound fantastic, Farrah!

    1. Thanks so much, Shashi! Those were my exact thoughts when I came across it at the store! :P

  13. Well these look incredibly tasty! But I have just 1 question. Where does one find cactus water?!?
    Jill recently posted…Summer HaikuMy Profile

    1. Ah. That might be a hard one–I got mine at my local Kroger, but I think it’s also available online if your usual grocery store/health food store(?) doesn’t stock it!

  14. These look yummy. I’m not a fan of blueberries so I’ll have to try another fruit. The portions seem great as well.

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    Danielle recently posted…BCBGMAXAZRIAMy Profile

    1. Any other frozen fruit would probably be awesome in here! :D + yay for built-in portion control!

  15. This sounds great! I am definitely adding this to my “to try” list!
    Jessica @ Moxie and Mischief recently posted…Freebie Friday: $25 Darden Restaurant Gift CardMy Profile

    1. Thank you! :] I hope you like it!

  16. Those look like a yummy superfood treat. I’ve got to try that cactus water – sounds delish! I’ve never seen that around here – off to google to find out where to get it.
    Cassandra @ Powered By BLING recently posted…Blueberry Croissant PuffMy Profile

    1. Thanks! :] I got mine at my local Kroger, but am not entirely sure where else it can be found. Health food stores + online would probably be a safe-ish bet though! :]

  17. These acai cups are sooo cute, I love how healthy they are too. They’re perfect for satisfying my sweet tooth! The cactus water sounds amazing!
    Harriet Emily recently posted…THE VAQUITAMy Profile

    1. Agreed! I usually make smoothies when I’m craving something sweet, and that tends to do the trick! :]

  18. It was Blueberry Day and I didn’t even celebrate – rats! Haha yes tupperware doesn’t photograph nicely, but try those pyrex glass bowls – very pretty (and it stores things too!)
    Natalie @ Obsessive Cooking Disorder recently posted…Filipino Turon (Fried Banana Lumpia)My Profile

    1. Aww, darn! It doesn’t hurt to celebrate later though! Blueberries are welcome at any time in my book! :P

      That’s a good idea! I really need to invest in those after I’m done moving all over the place! *-*

  19. I’m a huge fan of acai smoothie bowls. I can’t wait to try this recipe, it looks delicious Farrah.
    Mary recently posted…Challenge MondayMy Profile

    1. Thanks so much, Mary! I adore acai bowls too! :]

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