Description
Sweet tropical mornings come alive with this Piña Colada Breakfast Smoothie, blending Puerto Rican cocktail inspiration into a creamy, nutrient-packed breakfast delight. Fresh pineapple and coconut milk create a refreshing start that energizes you through the day’s first hours.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 frozen banana, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 cup frozen pineapple chunks
- 1.25 cups almond milk
- ¼ cup plain Greek yogurt
Dry Ingredients:
- ¼ cup rolled oats
- 3 tablespoons coconut butter (or shredded coconut)
Binding/Textural Ingredients:
- 3 tablespoons (45 milliliters) coconut butter (or shredded coconut)
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients: frozen banana pieces, chilled almond milk, frozen pineapple cubes, coconut butter (or shredded coconut), rolled oats, and creamy Greek yogurt.
- Place the frozen banana chunks, pineapple cubes, and rolled oats into the blender first to create a solid base for the smoothie.
- Pour in the almond milk (about or 240 milliliters), Greek yogurt (or 120 grams), and coconut butter (or 15 milliliters).
- Secure the blender lid tightly and pulse the mixture on high speed for 30-45 seconds until the ingredients transform into a silky, uniform texture.
- If the smoothie appears too thick, gradually add small amounts of additional almond milk and blend again until reaching the desired creamy consistency.
- Transfer the vibrant, tropical smoothie into a tall glass, ensuring you scrape all the mixture from the blender.
- Serve immediately to enjoy the fresh, cold beverage at its peak flavor and temperature.
Notes
- Elevate your morning routine with this tropical-inspired smoothie that transports you to a beachside breakfast.
- Frozen banana provides a creamy base while keeping the smoothie icy cold without diluting the flavors.
- Greek yogurt adds protein and creates a luxurious, velvety texture that makes this drink feel indulgent yet nutritious.
- Rolled oats contribute hearty fiber and help thicken the smoothie, turning it into a satisfying meal replacement.
- Coconut butter intensifies the tropical profile, bringing a rich, authentic island essence to every sip.
- Almond milk serves as a light, smooth liquid that binds all ingredients together effortlessly.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Drinks
- Method: None
- Cuisine: Caribbean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 500 kcal
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 5mg