Description
This Pina Colada Milkshake is a creamy, tropical delight combining pineapple, coconut, and vanilla ice cream for a refreshing and indulgent beverage. Perfect for summer, this easy-to-make milkshake blends the classic flavors of a pina colada into a sweet, cold treat topped with whipped cream and coconut flakes.
Ingredients
Scale
Milkshake
- 2 cups vanilla ice cream
- 1 cup canned pineapple chunks, drained
- 1/2 cup coconut milk
- 1/4 cup whole milk
- 1 tablespoon honey (optional)
Toppings and Garnishes
- Whipped cream for topping
- Maraschino cherries (optional)
- Toasted coconut flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare ingredients: Gather all the ingredients including the vanilla ice cream, pineapple chunks, coconut milk, whole milk, and honey. Drain the pineapple chunks to avoid excess liquid.
- Blend the milkshake: Place the vanilla ice cream, drained pineapple chunks, coconut milk, whole milk, and honey into a blender. Blend on high speed until the mixture is smooth and creamy. If needed, taste and add additional honey to adjust sweetness to your preference.
- Serve the milkshake: Pour the blended milkshake into chilled glasses to keep it cold longer.
- Add toppings: Top each glass with whipped cream, then garnish with a maraschino cherry and a sprinkle of toasted coconut flakes if desired for added flavor and decoration.
- Enjoy immediately: Serve the milkshakes immediately with straws while cold and fresh for the best experience.
Notes
- For a dairy-free version, substitute dairy-free ice cream and use plant-based milks.
- To make a boozy variation, add 1 to 2 ounces of white rum before blending.
- To achieve a thicker milkshake, reduce the amount of milk or increase the ice cream quantity.
