Non-Alcoholic Pina Colada Smoothie
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4.6
Non-Alcoholic Pina Colada Smoothie
Description
The smoothie base combines pineapple and banana, which provide natural sweetness and tropical flavor. Unsweetened vanilla almond milk adds creaminess and a mild nutty undertone without dairy. Coconut extract enhances the classic pina colada taste, while optional shredded coconut can add texture and more coconut flavor. Sweeteners may be added according to preference to balance tartness from pineapple.
Preparation involves blending all ingredients until smooth and creamy, optionally adding a splash of rum or Malibu Coconut Rum for those who consume alcohol responsibly. The drink can be garnished with maraschino cherries for presentation and served immediately for freshness. Leftover smoothie may be frozen for up to two months, maintaining flavor and texture well for later consumption.
This smoothie serves as a non-alcoholic tropical treat suitable for any time of day and can be adjusted for sweetness or coconut intensity per taste.
Ingredients
- 1 cup pineapple chunks fresh or frozen
- 1 banana medium to large, ripe
- ½ cup almond milk unsweetened vanilla
- ½ teaspoon coconut extract or to taste
- sweetener optional and to taste**
- coconut optional and to taste, about 1/4 cup, shredded
- rum optional, splash, or Malibu Coconut Rum
- maraschino cherries optional, for garnishing
Instructions
- Combine pineapple, banana, milk, coconut extract, and optional sweetener in a blender and blend until smooth and creamy.
- Optionally add rum, to taste, and blend. (Intended for those for whom alcohol consumption is appropriate; always drink responsibly)
- Optionally garnish and serve immediately. Leftover portion may be frozen for up to 2 months.
Notes
- One 8-ounce can of crushed pineapple (in juice) can be used as a substitute for fresh or frozen pineapple chunks.
- To maintain a lower-calorie option, use no-calorie sweeteners such as liquid vanilla stevia drops, white stevia powder, or Splenda as desired.
- Serve immediately for best texture; leftovers can be frozen up to 2 months preserving flavor.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 2Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 272 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1 | |
| Calories | 272kcal | 14% |
| Carbohydrates | 52g | 17% |
| Protein | 2g | 4% |
| Fat | 4g | 6% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Sodium | 36mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 42g | 84% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.