Passionfruit Pina Colada Smoothie
A tropical twist on the classic piña colada, this smoothie features the vibrant flavors of passionfruit and coconut. Frozen pineapple and passionfruit provide a burst of sweetness and tartness, while coconut milk adds a creamy richness. Unsweetened shredded coconut adds a touch of texture, and honey, cinnamon, and nutmeg round out the flavors with warm spices. This smoothie is a refreshing and flavorful way to start your day or cool down on a hot afternoon.
The piña colada is a classic tropical cocktail that is typically made with pineapple juice, coconut cream, and white rum. There are many different stories about the origin of the piña colada, but one of the most popular is that it was invented in the 1950s by a bartender at the Caribe Hilton in San Juan, Puerto Rico. The bartender, Ramón "Monchito" Marrero, was experimenting with different recipes and came up with the piña colada as a way to use up some leftover pineapple juice. The drink quickly became a favorite of the hotel's guests and eventually became one of the most popular cocktails in the world. This passionfruit piña colada smoothie is a variation on the classic cocktail. It uses frozen pineapple and passionfruit instead of pineapple juice, and it omits the rum. The result is a smoothie that is still tropical and flavorful, but it is also lighter and more refreshing. This smoothie is perfect for a healthy breakfast or snack, and it can also be enjoyed as a dessert.
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Prep time: 5 | Cook time: 0 | Serves: 2
Ingredients
  • 1 cup frozen pineapple
  • 1/2 cup frozen passionfruit
  • 1 cup coconut milk
  • 1/4 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • Ice cubes
Instructions
  1. Add all of the ingredients to a blender and blend until smooth.
  2. Add ice cubes as needed to reach desired consistency.
  3. Pour into glasses and enjoy.
Why It Works
  • Frozen pineapple and passionfruit provide a burst of sweetness and tartness, while coconut milk adds a creamy richness.
  • Unsweetened shredded coconut adds a touch of texture, and honey, cinnamon, and nutmeg round out the flavors with warm spices.
  • This smoothie is a refreshing and flavorful way to start your day or cool down on a hot afternoon.