Description
Tropical paradise meets summer refreshment in these pineapple strawberry swirled slushies, blending sweet fruit flavors into a cool, Instagram-worthy drink. Icy layers of tangy pineapple and luscious strawberry create a delightful sip that cools you down instantly.
Ingredients
Scale
Fruits:
- 2 cups pineapple juice
- 2 cups strawberries, hulled and frozen
Liquid Base:
- 1/2 cup coconut milk
Sweetener:
- 1 tablespoon sugar (optional)
Garnish:
- Fresh fruit (optional)
Instructions
- Pour chilled pineapple juice and coconut milk into a high-powered blender, processing until completely silky and uniform.
- Transfer half of the pale tropical liquid into a serving glass, reserving carefully.
- Return the blender container to the base and add frozen strawberries with granulated sugar, puréeing until achieving a vibrant crimson consistency.
- Gently cascade the ruby-red strawberry mixture into the waiting glass, creating elegant marbled swirls without fully integrating the layers.
- Garnish with optional fresh fruit fragments for visual appeal and enhanced flavor profile.
- Serve immediately while the slushie maintains its icy, refreshing temperature and distinct color separation.
Notes
- Swap coconut milk with almond or oat milk for a lighter, dairy-free alternative that keeps the creamy texture.
- Freeze fresh strawberries at peak ripeness to enhance natural sweetness and intensify flavor without extra sugar.
- Use a clear glass to showcase the beautiful swirled layers, creating an Instagram-worthy beverage that looks as good as it tastes.
- Add a splash of rum or vodka for an adult version, transforming this refreshing slushie into a tropical cocktail perfect for summer gatherings.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Mocktails
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 110 kcal
- Sugar: 24 g
- Sodium: 10 mg
- Fat: 2 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 27 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg