Description
Tropical paradise pina colada smoothie blends creamy coconut, ripe pineapple, and rum extract for a refreshing island-inspired drink. Cool sips transport palates to Caribbean beach destinations with minimal preparation and maximum flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ripe banana
- 1 cup frozen pineapple chunks
- 1 cup full-fat coconut milk (400 ml)
- 1 cup ice cubes
- 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup (to taste)
Instructions
- Arrange all ingredients near your blending station for quick access.
- Transfer frozen pineapple chunks, ripe banana, creamy coconut milk, zesty lime juice, and golden honey into the blender container.
- Activate the blender at high speed, processing the mixture until silky and uniform, approximately 30-45 seconds.
- Evaluate the texture, introducing additional coconut milk if the consistency appears overly dense.
- Drop several ice cubes into the blender, pulsing until the smoothie transforms into a frosty, velvety concoction.
- Sample the mixture, fine-tuning the sweetness by incorporating extra honey if desired.
- Elegantly distribute the tropical beverage into chilled glasses, embellishing with delicate pineapple wedges or a sprinkle of wispy coconut shavings for a sophisticated presentation.
Notes
- Customize the sweetness by adjusting honey levels or using alternative natural sweeteners like agave or maple syrup for different flavor profiles.
- Swap dairy-free coconut milk with almond, oat, or cashew milk to accommodate various dietary preferences and allergies.
- Freeze overripe bananas beforehand to enhance the smoothie’s thickness and create a more luxurious, creamy texture without adding extra ice.
- Transform this refreshing drink into a tropical cocktail by adding a splash of rum for an adult version, perfect for summer gatherings or beach-themed parties.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 minute
- Category: Smoothie
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Caribbean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 280 kcal
- Sugar: 35 g
- Sodium: 30 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 36 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg