Creamy Piña Colada Slushie
A quick and easy tropical refreshment that blends creamy coconut cream with tangy pineapple for a smooth, icy slushie perfect for summer.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 1-2 minutes
- Total Time: 7 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Cuisine: Tropical
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 cups (225g) frozen pineapple chunks
- 1/2 cup (120ml) coconut cream
- 1 cup (240ml) ice cubes
- 2 tablespoons (30ml) sweetened condensed milk
- 1 tablespoon (15ml) fresh lime juice
- 1/2 teaspoon (2.5ml) vanilla extract
- Optional: 2 oz (60ml) white rum
- Optional: 1 tablespoon (6g) shredded toasted coconut for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients (5 minutes): Measure out 1 1/2 cups (225g) of frozen pineapple chunks and set aside. Juice 1 fresh lime to get about 1 tablespoon (15ml) of juice. If using shredded coconut for garnish, toast it lightly in a dry pan for 2-3 minutes until golden and fragrant.
- Add to Blender: Combine the frozen pineapple, 1/2 cup (120ml) coconut cream, 1 cup (240ml) ice cubes, 2 tablespoons (30ml) sweetened condensed milk, 1 tablespoon (15ml) fresh lime juice, and 1/2 teaspoon (2.5ml) vanilla extract in the blender jar.
- Blend Until Smooth (1-2 minutes): Start on low speed, then gradually increase to high. Stop and scrape down the sides as needed. The goal is a thick, slushy consistency with no large chunks of ice or pineapple. If it’s too thick, add a splash of coconut water or regular water; if too thin, add a few more ice cubes or frozen pineapple.
- Optional Alcohol Addition: If making a boozy version, add 2 ounces (60ml) of white rum and pulse a few more times just to combine. Avoid over-blending to keep the texture intact.
- Serve Immediately: Pour into chilled glasses and garnish with toasted shredded coconut and a lime wedge or pineapple slice. Insert straws and enjoy the creamy piña colada slushie at its best.
Notes
Use frozen pineapple for best slushie texture. Pulse blending helps avoid over-melting ice. Coconut cream is preferred over coconut milk for creaminess. Adjust sweetness after blending. Chill glasses before serving for extra refreshment. For dairy-free, substitute sweetened condensed milk with coconut condensed milk or natural sweeteners like agave syrup.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximate)
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 28
- Fat: 10
- Carbohydrates: 35
- Protein: 2
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