Fresh Berries in Coconut Water (Printable)

A vibrant, hydrating breakfast featuring fresh berries in chilled coconut water over ice—naturally sweet and loaded with antioxidants.

# What You Need:

→ Fresh Fruit

01 - 1/2 cup fresh blueberries
02 - 1/2 cup fresh raspberries
03 - 1/2 cup fresh blackberries
04 - 1/2 cup diced strawberries

→ Liquids

05 - 1 cup chilled coconut water (unsweetened, pure)

→ Other

06 - 1/2 cup ice cubes

# Steps:

01 - Wash all berries thoroughly and drain well.
02 - Add the blueberries, raspberries, blackberries, and diced strawberries to two serving bowls.
03 - Add the ice cubes to each bowl.
04 - Pour the chilled coconut water evenly over the berries and ice.
05 - Serve immediately with a spoon, enjoying the crisp texture and refreshing flavors.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It takes five minutes and requires zero cooking, which means you can make it while your coffee is still brewing.
  • The coconut water absorbs subtle flavors from the berries as it sits, creating this naturally sweet syrup that tastes like you actually planned something fancy.
  • It's the kind of breakfast that hydrates you from the inside while tasting indulgent enough to feel like a treat.
02 -
  • Washing your berries right before assembly prevents them from absorbing too much water and turning mushy—timing matters more than you'd think.
  • The beauty of this bowl is that it evolves as you eat it: the first spoonful is crisp and cool, but by the time you reach the bottom, the coconut water has picked up every berry flavor and become something richer.
03 -
  • Freeze your serving bowls for ten minutes before building if you have the foresight—it extends the coldness window considerably.
  • Make this the night before a hot day and you'll have an instant cooling breakfast that requires zero morning effort.
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