This virgin pina colada is a beautiful twist and variation on the classic with the addition of chia seeds minus the alcohol. A simple, easy, and refreshing combination of tropical flavors from the crushed pineapple, coconut cream, and honey.
Pina colada is a classic Puerto Rican drink made with Malibu rum, crushed pineapple, coconut cream, and ice, garnished with a slice of fresh pineapple and cherry.
I love rum, pineapple is my favorite fruit, and coconut cream is always a treat. So, it seemed like the perfect drink for me. But, during the week I minus the rum and keep it lean so we can enjoy it as a smoothie. And of course, it is also perfect as a breakfast drink.
- Pineapple - If you get fresh please use fresh but, frozen or canned works just as well.
- Coconut cream - A canned or a carton of coconut cream works great.
- Chia seeds - just 1 tsp is plenty. I like the little added thickness it adds to the drink. Of course, feel free to omit the chai all together. Also, I like to add a few bloomed chia seeds for garnish. I have listed how to make that yourself below too.
Step by step instructions (pin)
- Save a few crushed pineapple pieces aside for garnish
- Add all ingredients to a blender and blend until smooth
- Taste and adjust sweetness and consistency. Add more honey or coconut milk/water if necessary
- Pour into individual smoothie glasses. Garnish with some more crushed pineapple. I added a cherry and a few bloomed chia seeds too.
- Note - If you want to make this an original pina colada cocktail, add ¼ cup or 1 oz Malibu rum to each individual serving.
- Enjoy
more smoothie you may like to try
- Strawberry Banana Milkshake
- Strawberry Banana Smoothie
- Blueberry Banana Smoothie
- Strawberry Chocolate Smoothie
- Berry Smoothie
- Mango Smoothie, Mango lassi, or coconut mango lassi
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Description
Ingredients
- 1 cup (240 g) Pineapple crushed or chopped
- ½ cup (120 ml) Coconut cream
- 1 cup Ice crushed
- 1 tsp Chia seeds (optional)
- 1 tbsp Honey or more
Instructions
- Save a few crushed pineapple pieces aside for garnish
- Add all ingredients to a blender and blend until smooth
- Taste and adjust sweetness and consistency. Add more honey or coconut milk/water if necessary
- Pour into individual smoothie glasses. Garnish with some more crushed pineapple
- Note - If you want to make this an original pina colada cocktail, add ¼ cup or 1 oz Malibu rum to each individual serving.
- Enjoy
Nutrition Information
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Ginny McMeans
What a great way to add a little something extra to a pina colada. It sounds like a meal! Delicious!
Veena Azmanov
Thank you Ginny. Definitely a great treat - very filling too!
Lisa Bryan
Love the idea of adding chia seeds to a pina colada - instant health boost! Yes!
Veena Azmanov
Absolutely Lisa. Thanks
Dannii
What a great idea to add chia seeds for a protein boost. This looks so refreshing.
Veena Azmanov
Absolutely Dannii. Perfect and refreshing
Alyssa
It's delicious as is, but is it bad to say I'd like to have it with chia AND rum? 🙂
Veena Azmanov
Oh I like how you think Alyssa. Rum sure makes everything better
Savita
What a delicious twist on pina colada with healthy chia seeds. I love that you kept it alcohol free. Perfect way to serve guests of all age.
Veena Azmanov
I do love alcohol sometimes but when the kids are around we keep it safe. Thanks
Traci
Oh how cute! You had me at Chia! And I'm always up for pineapple and coconut cream together. This looks like the perfect warm weather beverage! Bring on the warm weather 🙂
Veena Azmanov
Definitely a perfect drink in warm weather.