8 açaí recipes for you to try

Acai is a very beneficial food for overall health, rich in antioxidants, fiber, and healthy fats. So, we've come up with recipes to incorporate it into your daily routine! Check out the benefits it can provide!

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Ingredients

• 1 can of condensed milk

• 1 tablespoon unsalted butter

• 2 tablespoons of açaí pulp (thawed)

• 2 tablespoons melted white chocolate (optional, for a creamier flavor)

• 1/2 cup powdered milk

• Sprinkles of your choice (can be white chocolate, granulated sugar, shredded coconut or cocoa nibs)

Preparation Method

1. In a saucepan, add the condensed milk, butter, and açaí pulp. If using white chocolate, add it at this point so it melts together.

2. Place the pan over low heat, stirring constantly.

3. Stir until it starts to come away from the bottom of the pan (approximately 10-15 minutes)

4. Transfer the dough to a lightly buttered plate and let it cool. Once cooled, grease your hands with a little butter, take small portions of the dough, and roll them into balls.

5. Roll the balls in sprinkles or your favorite topping.

Ingredients

• 200 ml of açaí pulp (thawed)

• 1 sachet of unflavored gelatin (12g)

• 200 ml of water (divided into 100 ml hot and 100 ml cold)

• 1/4 cup sugar or sweetener to taste (optional)

Preparation Method

1. In a small bowl, add 100 ml of hot water and dissolve the unflavored gelatin sachet, stirring well.

2. In another bowl, combine the thawed açaí pulp with the sugar or sweetener. Add 100 ml of cold water and stir.

3. Pour the dissolved gelatin into the açaí mixture, stirring well to ensure everything is well incorporated.

4. Divide the mixture into individual bowls or a large baking dish. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or until the gelatin is completely set.

Ingredients

• 200 ml of açaí pulp (thawed)

• 200 ml water or milk (for a creamier texture, use milk)

• 1/4 cup condensed milk

• 1 banana (optional)

Preparation Method

1. In a blender, blend the açaí pulp, water or milk, condensed milk, and banana (if using) until smooth.

2. Using a funnel, pour the mixture into the popsicle bags, filling them 3/4 full so there is room when tying.

3. Place the popsicles in the freezer for about 4 to 6 hours, or until completely frozen.

Ingredients

• 200 ml of açaí pulp (thawed)

• 1 ripe banana

• 200 ml of milk

• 1 tablespoon of honey (optional)

• 2 to 3 ice cubes (optional)

Preparation Method

1. Place the açaí pulp, banana, milk and honey in a blender.

2. Blend all ingredients until smooth.

3. If you prefer, add the ice cubes and blend a little more until the ice is well crushed.

4. Pour the milkshake into a glass and serve immediately.

Tip: You can replace the açaí pulp with Mahta's Superfoods Powder - Açaí and Camu-Camu . In this case, use a frozen banana to prepare a recipe!

Furthermore, açaí has ​​been gaining popularity due to its nutritional profile and benefits, also present in Superfoods. Check out the health benefits it can provide!

https://www.mahta.bio/blogs/mahta/beneficios-do-acai

Ingredients

To the Base

• 200 g of crushed cornstarch biscuits

• 100g melted butter

For the Filling

• 300g cream cheese (at room temperature)

• 200 g of cream

• 1 cup of açaí pulp (thawed)

• 1/2 cup sugar

• 1 tablespoon unflavored gelatin

• 4 tablespoons of water (to hydrate the gelatin)

For Coverage

• 1/2 cup açaí pulp (thawed)

• 2 tablespoons of sugar

• 1 teaspoon of cornstarch diluted in 2 tablespoons of water

Preparation Method

Base

1. In a bowl, mix the crushed cookies with the melted butter until you get a mixture with the texture of wet sand.

2. Press this mixture into the bottom of a thick springform pan (about 8 inches in diameter), spreading evenly. Refrigerate while you prepare the filling.

Filling

1. In a small bowl, combine the gelatin and water and let it soak for a few minutes. Then microwave for 10 seconds or until dissolved.

2. In a blender or mixer, blend the cream cheese, cream, açaí pulp and sugar until smooth.

3. Add the dissolved gelatin and beat quickly to incorporate.

4. Pour the filling over the biscuit base. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or until firm.

Coverage

1. In a small saucepan, combine the açaí pulp, sugar, and cornstarch diluted in water.

2. Cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until absorbed. Let cool completely.

3. Once the cheesecake is set, spread açaí sauce over the top.

Ingredients

Mass

• 1 cup of açaí pulp (thawed)

• 3 eggs

• 1/2 cup oil

• 1 cup of sugar

• 2 cups of wheat flour

• 1 tablespoon baking powder

• 1/2 cup milk

Coverage

• 1/2 cup açaí pulp (thawed)

• 1/2 cup condensed milk

• 1/4 cup shredded coconut (optional)

Preparation Method

Mass

1. Preheat the oven to 180°C and grease a medium pan with butter and flour.

2. In a blender, beat the eggs, oil, milk, açaí and sugar until you get a watery mixture.

3. In a large bowl, add the flour and gradually pour in the blender mixture. Mix well until the dough forms a moist dough.

4. Add the baking powder and mix.

5. Pour the batter into the greased pan and bake for approximately 35-40 minutes.

Coverage

1. In a small saucepan, combine the açaí pulp and condensed milk. Cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until lightly absorbed.

2. Once the cake is cool, spread an açaí glaze on top. To finish, sprinkle with shredded coconut, if desired.

Ingredients

• 1 cup of açaí pulp (thawed)

• 1 and 1/2 cups shredded coconut (fresh or unsweetened dried)

• 1 cup of sugar

• 1/2 cup condensed milk

• 1 tablespoon of butter

Preparation Method

1. In a saucepan, mix the açaí pulp, grated coconut, sugar, butter and condensed milk.

2. Place the pan over medium heat, stirring constantly to prevent sticking to the bottom.

3. Continue stirring until the coconut begins to pull away from the bottom of the pan. This process can take 15 to 20 minutes.

4. Remove from heat and, using a spoon, place portions of the coconut candy on a greased surface to form small portions. If you prefer, you can also spread it on a baking sheet and cut it into squares after it cools.

Ingredients

• 2 cups of açaí pulp (about 500 ml)

• 1 and 1/4 cups of water (about 300 ml)

• 1/2 cup tapioca starch (about 100 g)

• 2 very ripe plantains

• 2 tablespoons of palm butter for frying bananas

Preparation method

• In a medium saucepan, place the açaí and water, and heat over medium heat.

• When the açaí mixture is hot, gradually add the tapioca starch, stirring constantly. Continue stirring until thickened.

• Remove from heat and set aside.

Fried Plantain

1. Peel the plantains and cut into slices or strips.

2. In a frying pan, heat the butter and fry the bananas until golden and lightly caramelized.