Description
This Easy Piña Colada recipe is a refreshing tropical cocktail blending pineapple juice, creamy coconut, and light rum. Perfect for a quick, indulgent treat, it can also be made into a delightful mocktail by simply omitting the alcohol. Ready in just five minutes, this smooth and creamy drink is garnished with a pineapple slice and cherry for a classic look and flavor.
Ingredients
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Drink Ingredients
- 6 ounces (178 ml) pineapple juice
- 3 ounces (89 ml) coconut cream (such as Coco Real Cream of Coconut)
- 1 1/2 ounces (45 ml) light rum
- 1-2 cups crushed ice
- 1 pineapple slice (for garnish)
- 1 maraschino cherry (for garnish)
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: Pour the pineapple juice, coconut cream, light rum, and crushed ice into a blender.
- Blend Smooth: Blend all ingredients on high speed until the mixture is smooth and creamy, with no chunks of ice remaining.
- Pour and Garnish: Pour the blended piña colada into a chilled glass. Garnish with a fresh pineapple slice and a maraschino cherry for a tropical presentation.
- Serve Immediately: Enjoy your refreshing piña colada right away to fully appreciate the creamy texture and vibrant flavors.
Notes
- To make a non-alcoholic version (mocktail), simply omit the light rum from the recipe.
- Use fresh crushed ice for the best texture and chill.
- Adjust the amount of ice to achieve your preferred thickness of the drink.
- If coconut cream is not available, substitute with thick coconut milk, though the flavor may be less sweet.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 glass (about 12 ounces)
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 28 g
- Sodium: 30 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 38 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 5 mg
