Description
Tropical paradise meets breakfast bliss in this pina colada smoothie bowl, combining creamy coconut and sweet pineapple into a refreshing morning treat. Coconut flakes and caramelized pineapple chunks crown this island-inspired bowl, promising pure vacation vibes with each spoonful.
Ingredients
Scale
Fruits:
- 1 cup (240 ml) frozen pineapple chunks
- 1 frozen banana
- Fresh pineapple (for topping)
- Sliced banana (for topping)
Dairy and Sweeteners:
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) coconut milk
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
Coconut Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup (60 ml) frozen coconut chunks or 3-4 tablespoons shredded coconut
- Coconut flakes (for topping)
Topping:
- Granola
Instructions
- Prepare frozen pineapple and coconut chunks at room temperature for 2-3 minutes to slightly soften for smoother blending.
- Pour coconut milk and yogurt into a high-performance blender, ensuring ingredients are evenly distributed.
- Pulse ingredients at medium speed for 30-45 seconds, creating a velvety, uniform texture without over-processing.
- Check consistency, adding small amounts of liquid if mixture appears too thick to blend smoothly.
- Immediately transfer blended mixture into a chilled ceramic bowl to maintain optimal temperature and prevent separation.
- Artfully arrange fresh pineapple slices, toasted coconut flakes, and chia seeds across the surface in decorative patterns.
- Drizzle a light stream of honey or agave nectar in elegant swirls for additional sweetness and visual appeal.
- Serve immediately while smoothie maintains its creamy, cold temperature, ideally within 5 minutes of preparation.
Notes
- Chill your blender and bowl beforehand to maintain the smoothie’s cool, refreshing texture and prevent melting.
- Opt for frozen pineapple chunks instead of fresh to create a thicker, more ice-cream-like consistency without watering down the flavor.
- Use full-fat coconut milk for a richer, creamier base that enhances the tropical profile and provides a luxurious mouthfeel.
- Try dairy-free yogurt alternatives like coconut or almond yogurt to make the smoothie bowl vegan-friendly while keeping its creamy texture.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Smoothie
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Caribbean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg