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Think sun on your face and salty hair—like you’re kicking back on the sand, but with a frosty drink in hand. That’s where this strawberry piña colada smoothie takes you. After tinkering with frozen fruit and coconut cream, I finally nailed that sweet-spot combo that makes you feel like you’ve snagged a mini getaway right at your blender.
I brought this to a playdate last week and saw some serious surprise looks—"Really? It’s non-alcoholic?" The best ones always taste a little more special than you’d expect.
Luscious Ingredients
- Yogurt: Total creaminess with a sneaky bit of protein
- Pineapple Juice: Starts you off with that sun-drenched flavor
- Fresh Strawberries: Pulls in sweetness and that pretty pink vibe
- Frozen Pineapple: Keeps things chilly without needing any ice cubes
- Cream of Coconut: The magic behind that classic colada taste
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Smoothie Creation
- Blend Time Pop the lid on and whiz it all up 'til everything is velvety. You’re after that dreamy mix of pink and orange swirls:
- Dive Into Creaminess Spoon in your yogurt now. Instantly turns your mix into a super-smooth treat. (Go for vanilla or stick with plain—up to you):
- All About the Fruit Next comes your frozen pineapple and fresh strawberry action. Frozen works wonders for that icy-cold punch, and keeps it from getting watery:
- Liquids First Splash that cream of coconut (give it a good shake or stir—sometimes it separates) along with your pineapple juice in the blender:
The first time I whipped this up, I skipped stirring the coconut cream and got weird globs. Lesson learned!
Just in Time
Drink straight away for the best frosty goodness.
Fun Ways to Serve
Pour into big glasses, stick in a striped straw, and if the mood strikes, top it off with a little paper umbrella.
Make it Your Own
Throw in spinach (promise you won’t even notice), trade yogurt for coconut milk, or try adding mango for that extra punch of summer flavor.
How to Store
Tastes best fresh, but you can stash it in the fridge for about 24 hours. Just shake it up before you dive in again.
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This one’s my top pick for lazy summer afternoons or just because I need a vibe check. Honestly, paradise is only a blender away.
Recipe FAQs
- → How do I make it without any dairy?
- You can replace yogurt with coconut yogurt or just skip it entirely.
- → What if I need it sweeter or less sugary?
- Mix in honey or maple syrup to sweeten, or add a splash of lemon juice to tone it down.
- → Can this be made as a smoothie bowl?
- Totally! Just add less liquid and throw on some fruit, chia seeds, or granola as garnish.
- → How do I fix a smoothie that’s too thick or watery?
- Add extra juice if it’s super thick, or throw in more frozen fruits to thicken it up.
- → What toppings should I use?
- Fresh pineapple slices, shredded coconut, or some sliced strawberries work great.