Description
This vibrant Pina Colada Smoothie offers a tropical blend of frozen pineapple, creamy coconut milk, and ripe banana, sweetened naturally with honey or maple syrup. It’s a refreshing, dairy-free treat perfect for a quick breakfast or a nourishing snack that transports you to a sunny island getaway.
Ingredients
Scale
Fruit & Liquid
- 1 cup frozen pineapple chunks
- 1 ripe banana
- 1 cup full-fat coconut milk
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lime juice
Sweeteners & Extras
- 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup (adjust to taste)
- 1 cup ice cubes
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: Gather all ingredients on your kitchen counter to ensure everything is ready before blending.
- Combine Ingredients: In a blender, add the frozen pineapple chunks, ripe banana, full-fat coconut milk, fresh lime juice, and honey or maple syrup.
- First Blend: Blend on high speed for about 30 seconds until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
- Adjust Consistency: Check the thickness; if it’s too thick, add extra coconut milk a little at a time to achieve your preferred smoothness.
- Add Ice and Blend Again: Add ice cubes to the blender and blend again until the smoothie is icy and smooth.
- Taste and Sweeten: Taste the smoothie and adjust the sweetness by adding more honey or maple syrup if desired; blend briefly to combine.
- Serve: Pour the smoothie into glasses and optionally garnish with fresh pineapple wedges or shredded coconut for a tropical finish.
Notes
- Use frozen pineapple chunks to avoid watering down the smoothie and to add a chilly texture.
- Full-fat coconut milk provides the best creamy texture and rich flavor, but light coconut milk can be used for a lower calorie option.
- Adjust sweetness based on the ripeness of your banana and personal preference.
- For a vegan version, use maple syrup instead of honey.
- To enhance the tropical flavor, add a tablespoon of shredded coconut or a splash of rum extract (optional).
