Description
This Pina Colada Milkshake is the ultimate tropical treat, blending the sweet and tangy flavors of pineapple with creamy coconut for a refreshing and indulgent beverage. Perfect for a quick summer delight or a festive adult cocktail when spiked with rum, this milkshake combines frozen pineapple, coconut milk, cream of coconut, and optional vanilla ice cream for a rich and creamy texture. Topped with whipped cream, maraschino cherries, and pineapple wedges, it’s a perfect way to capture the taste of the tropics anytime.
Ingredients
Scale
Milkshake Ingredients
- 1 cup frozen pineapple chunks
- 1/2 cup canned coconut milk (full-fat for best flavor)
- 1/4 cup pineapple juice
- 2 tablespoons cream of coconut (Coco Lopez recommended)
- 1/4 cup ice cubes (adjust for desired thickness)
- 1/4 cup vanilla ice cream (optional, for extra creaminess)
- 1 tablespoon white rum (optional, for an adult version)
Toppings (Optional)
- Whipped cream, for topping
- Maraschino cherries, for garnish
- Pineapple wedge, for garnish
Instructions
- Combine the ingredients: In a blender, add the frozen pineapple chunks, coconut milk, pineapple juice, cream of coconut, ice cubes, and vanilla ice cream if using. For an adult version, add the white rum now.
- Blend until smooth: Secure the blender lid and blend on high speed until the mixture is completely smooth and creamy. Stop occasionally to scrape down the sides for even blending. The consistency should be thick but pourable. Adjust thickness by adding pineapple juice or coconut milk if too thick, or more ice cubes if too thin.
- Taste and adjust: Sample the milkshake and tweak the flavor as needed—add more cream of coconut for sweetness, pineapple juice for more pineapple flavor, or coconut milk for enhanced coconut taste. Blend again after any adjustments.
- Prepare your glasses: Chill your milkshake glasses in the freezer for a few minutes to keep the drink extra cold.
- Pour the milkshake: Pour the prepared pina colada milkshake into the chilled glasses, filling nearly to the top to leave room for toppings.
- Add toppings (optional): Top each milkshake with whipped cream, add a maraschino cherry on top, and garnish with a pineapple wedge on the rim for a festive presentation.
- Serve immediately: Enjoy your pina colada milkshake right away for the best fresh, cold flavor.
Notes
- For a non-alcoholic version, omit the rum entirely.
- Use full-fat coconut milk for the creamiest texture and richest flavor.
- Adjust ice quantity to reach your preferred milkshake thickness.
- Vanilla ice cream is optional but adds extra creaminess and sweetness.
- Chilling the glasses helps keep the milkshake cold longer when served.
- This recipe yields two generous servings.
- You can substitute fresh pineapple if frozen is not available, but add more ice for chill and thickness.
- For a vegan version, use coconut-based ice cream and skip the whipped cream topping or use a vegan alternative.
