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Non-Alcoholic Pina Colada

A refreshing tropical non-alcoholic pina colada made with pineapple juice, coconut cream, and ice for a creamy beach-ready drink.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Beverage
Cuisine: Caribbean-Inspired
Calories: 185
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 1.5 cups pineapple juice fresh or canned
  • 0.75 cup coconut cream canned, not coconut milk
  • 2 cups ice crushed or cubed
  • Pineapple wedges and maraschino cherries for garnish
  • 1 tablespoon simple syrup or agave nectar optional

Equipment

  • Blender or food processor
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Tall drinking glasses
  • Bar spoon or long-handled spoon
  • Strainer (optional)
  • Citrus juicer (optional)

Method
 

  1. Chill pineapple juice and coconut cream in the refrigerator for at least 10 minutes before starting.
  2. Add 1.5 cups pineapple juice to the blender first.
  3. Pour 0.75 cup coconut cream into the blender and stir lightly to recombine before blending.
  4. Add 2 cups crushed ice to the blender.
  5. If desired, add 1 tablespoon simple syrup or agave nectar for extra sweetness.
  6. Blend on high speed for 45 to 60 seconds until smooth and creamy, pausing to stir if needed.
  7. Place two tall glasses in the freezer for 2 to 3 minutes to chill.
  8. Pour the mixture evenly into the chilled glasses and garnish each with pineapple wedges and maraschino cherries.

Notes

Keep canned coconut cream in the pantry and pineapple juice in the freezer to make this drink in under 5 minutes anytime a craving hits.