Virgin Piña Colada Recipe
This Virgin Piña Colada Recipe is a creamy, tropical, and refreshing non-alcoholic drink made with pineapple, coconut milk, and ice. It’s the perfect family-friendly mocktail for summer days, beach parties, or when you just need a mental vacation. With just a few simple ingredients and a blender, you can whip up this delicious tropical drink in minutes. It's dairy-free, naturally sweetened, and easy to customize for kids or adults alike.
Equipment
- High-speed blender
- Measuring Cups and Spoons
- Knife and cutting board (if using fresh pineapple)
- Serving glasses
- Optional: paper umbrellas or fun straws for garnish
Ingredients
- 2 cups frozen pineapple chunks or fresh if preferred
- 1 cup full-fat coconut milk or coconut cream for a richer version
- ½ cup pineapple juice
- 1 –2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup optional, adjust to taste
- 1 cup ice cubes
- Garnishes optional: maraschino cherries, pineapple wedges, mint leaves
Instructions
- Add Ingredients to Blender
- In a high-speed blender, combine the frozen pineapple, coconut milk, pineapple juice, honey (if using), and ice cubes.
- Blend Until Smooth
- Blend on high for 1–2 minutes, or until the drink is creamy, frothy, and smooth. Scrape the sides if needed.
- Taste and Adjust
- Taste the mixture and add more sweetener or pineapple juice if desired. For added zing, a splash of lime juice works great!
- Serve Immediately
- Pour the mixture into chilled glasses. Garnish with a cherry, pineapple wedge, or a mint leaf.
- Enjoy!
- Sip and enjoy your homemade tropical vacation!
Notes
Make it dairy-free: This recipe is naturally dairy-free when using coconut milk or coconut cream.
For a thicker texture: Use more frozen pineapple or reduce the juice slightly.
Customize sweetness: Depending on the ripeness of your pineapple, you may not need added sweetener at all.
Presentation tip: Serve in a hollowed-out pineapple or a fancy glass with a paper umbrella for that tropical bar look.
Make-ahead tip: Blend everything and pour into ice cube trays. Re-blend with a splash of juice later for an instant treat.