In a Reddit thread questioning Tropical Smoothie’s pre-made bowls, one user argued that a non-frozen base would make toppings impossible. “[The base] melts VERY quickly, like 30 minutes.

The combination of the smooth frozen base with crunchy nuts, fresh fruit, or sugary sweets has made açaí bowls a favorite treat across the country — and, increasingly, all over the world.

Acai, a deep purple berry native to tropical Central and South America, is typically the base of these bowls because they're packed with powerful antioxidants called anthocyanins, Harrington said.

A blend of refreshing acai and sweet-and-salty pops of peanut butter, fans will go nuts for this flavor combination. Açaí Sorbet with Banana and Strawberry Chunks: An açaí base deliciously ...