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A thick, smooth, deep-purple açai sauce sits in a small bowl, with a glossy surface and a few tiny darker flecks.

Acai sauce Calories

Antioxidant-rich fruit-based sweet sauce

In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter

CALORIES · 100 G

120kcal

GI

48medium

POTASSIUM · 100 G

95mg

FIBER · 100 G

2.5g

Quick answer

2 tablespoon (medium) of Acai sauce (30 g) has 36 calories. That works out to 120 calories per 100 g. It contains 8.4 g of carbs, 0.2 g of protein, 0.5 g of fat and 0.8 g of fiber. Its 0.3 mg of Manganese covers 12% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 48 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.

Acai sauce Nutrition Facts

Selected: 2 tablespoon (medium) · 30 g

36

KCAL / 30G

Carbs

8.4g

· 3% DV

Protein

0.2g

· 0% DV

Fat

0.5g

· 1% DV

Fiber

0.8g

· 3% DV

DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.

Calories come from: Carbs 86% · Protein 2% · Fat 12%

Acai sauce nutrition facts table · 2 tablespoon (medium) (30 g)

NutrientAmount% DV
Calories36 kcal
Total fat0.5 g1%
Saturated fat0.15 g1%
Trans fat0 g
Sodium5.4 mg0%
Total carbohydrate8.4 g3%
Fiber0.8 g3%
Protein0.2 g0%

Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.

Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.

Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.

Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.

Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.

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How Many Calories in 1 Tablespoon of Acai sauce?

ServingAmountCalories
1 tablespoon (medium)15 g18 kcal
1 teaspoon (small)5 g6 kcal
2 tablespoon (medium)30 g36 kcal
1 serving (small)40 g48 kcal
4 tablespoon (large)60 g72 kcal
0.25 cup (quarter)60 g72 kcal
1 serving (large)80 g96 kcal
100 g100 g120 kcal
½ cup (half)120 g144 kcal

Calculated from 120 calories per 100 g.

Frequently Asked Questions About Acai sauce

What is acai sauce made of?

Acai sauce is a processed, fruit-based sauce made from acai berry pulp or puree. Depending on the recipe or brand, it may also contain sweeteners, water, or ingredients that help create a pourable consistency.

How do you use acai sauce?

Drizzle acai sauce over yogurt, oatmeal, pancakes, granola, or a fruit bowl. Its fruity flavor pairs especially well with banana, strawberries, and other berries, and a small amount can also be swirled into a smoothie bowl.

What does acai sauce taste like?

Acai sauce usually tastes fruity, mildly tart, and rich, while sweetened versions are noticeably sweeter. Acai has a distinctive berry-like flavor that some people compare with blackberry, with a slight cocoa-like note.

How do you make acai sauce at home?

Blend acai puree with a little water or fruit juice until it reaches a pourable consistency. Taste it before adding sweetener, since the puree and the toppings you serve it with may already provide enough sweetness.

Is acai sauce the same as acai puree?

No, acai sauce and acai puree are not necessarily the same. Puree is usually just crushed acai fruit, while sauce may be thinner or sweeter because of added liquid or sweetener.

Can you put acai sauce on pancakes?

Yes, acai sauce works as a fruity topping for pancakes and waffles. Spoon or drizzle it over them just before serving, and pair it with fresh banana or berries for extra fruit flavor.

How should you store acai sauce after opening?

Keep opened acai sauce tightly covered in the refrigerator. Homemade sauce is best used promptly, while the safe storage period for a packaged product varies; follow the storage directions provided for that specific product.

Does acai sauce contain added sugar?

Some acai sauces contain added sugar or another sweetener, while others rely mostly on the fruit. The amount depends on the recipe, so unsweetened acai puree is a useful choice when you want to control the sweetness yourself.

Can you use acai sauce in an acai bowl?

Yes, you can drizzle acai sauce over an acai bowl or swirl it through the base. Add it gradually so its sweetness and flavor complement, rather than overpower, the fruit and crunchy toppings.

What can you use instead of acai sauce?

Blackberry puree or mixed-berry puree can stand in for acai sauce on yogurt, pancakes, or fruit bowls. The flavor will not be exactly the same, but either gives a fruity, slightly tart topping.

Acai sauce Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

Vitamin K

3.6µg · 3% DV

Vitamin E

0.36mg · 2% DV

Vitamin C

1.8mg · 2% DV

B6

0.02mg · 1% DV

Minerals

Manganese

0.27mg · 12% DV

Copper

0.02mg · 2% DV

Magnesium

5.4mg · 1% DV

Potassium ⭐

29mg · 1% DV

Sodium

5.4mg · 0% DV

Acai sauce Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

48
Medium
0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

3.9
Low

Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.

How to Burn Off Acai sauce

To burn the 36 calories in 2 tablespoon (medium) (30 g):

🚶

9min

Walking (5 km/h)

🏃

4min

Running (8 km/h)

🚴

5min

Cycling

🏊

4min

Swimming

Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.

What is Acai sauce?

Acai sauce is a sweet fruit-based sauce made from acai berries, the deep-purple fruit native to the Amazon region of South America. Depending on the product, it may be smooth or slightly textured, with a fruity, gently tart flavour. It is often used as a topping rather than eaten on its own.

In Brazil and elsewhere, it can accompany acai bowls; for English-speaking readers, it also works over yoghurt, porridge, pancakes or a smoothie bowl. Its nutritional profile is mainly carbohydrate, with 28 g per 100 g, alongside some fibre. A small spoonful adds plenty of fruit flavour, and pairing it with plain yoghurt or unsweetened oats keeps the overall serving less sweet.

How Nutritious Is Acai sauce?

Nutrient density

Medium

42/ 100

How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.

Satiety score

Medium

42/ 100

An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.

Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.

Is Acai sauce Processed?

NOVA 3

Processed

1. Unprocessed

2. Minimally Processed

3. Processed

4. Ultra-Processed

NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.

Does Acai sauce Contain Allergens?

No known major allergens

Gluten free
Dairy free
Eggs free
Peanuts free
Tree nuts free
Fish free
Soy free
Sesame free

Which Diets Is Acai sauce Good For?

Vegan

✓ Suitable

Vegetarian

✓ Suitable

Gluten-Free

✓ Suitable

Dairy-Free

— Not suitable

Mediterranean

✓ Suitable

Paleo

— Not suitable

Whole30

— Not suitable

DASH

— Not suitable

Keto

— Not suitable

Low FODMAP

— Not suitable

Acai sauce Fat Profile

SATURATED

0.15g

MONOUNSATURATED

0.21g

POLYUNSATURATED

0.06g

⚖️

Omega 6:3 ratio 5:1

Above the ideal 4:1 (5:1).

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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.