Cool down and refresh with a Healthy Pina Colada made with pineapple, coconut milk, lime juice, honey, and your favorite white rum.
The most refreshing pina coladas
That time is almost here again... warmth, sunshine, and all things summer! As the weather begins to get a bit warmer, refreshing drinks are all the more needed. So today, we're whipping together one of my favorites — a healthy pina colada that capitalizes on that delicious pineapple and coconut taste!
You'll need only 6 items and less than 5 minutes for this delicious recipe. Grab your blender and your favorite garnishes, and let's make some pina coladas!
Ingredients in this healthy pina colada recipe
For this low calorie pina colada, we're pulling out all of the stops and creating one delicious flavor blast of a drink. With coconut milk, lime juice, and honey, the taste is unbeatable!
- Pineapple: First up, you'll need 3 cups of frozen pineapple. Frozen is best in this recipe because it gives the pina colada that a nice, refreshing icy texture.
- Milk: Next, use 1 cup of coconut milk as the liquid component, both for texture and flavor.
- Lime Juice: Add 2 tablespoon of lime juice for a slight zing.
- Honey: 2 tablespoon of honey adds a nice level of sweetness.
- Ice: Use 1 cup of ice for extra texture.
- Rum: Use ¾ cup of white rum to make your colada complete!
- Garnishes: Finally, top with the garnishes of your choice. I recommend pineapple chunks, extra lime juice, luxardo cherries, and even a drink umbrella!
Tools required to make this recipe
Pina coladas couldn't be simpler to make. All you need is a high speed blender and a few measuring cups (1 tbsp, ¾ cup, and 1 cup)! A cutting board may come in handy for cutting a lime, but you won't need it if you use lime juice from a bottle.
How to make a healthy pina colada
Healthy pina coladas are made in only two steps — just blend and serve!
Add all of the ingredients to a high speed blender and blend until smooth.
Then, add extra honey to reach your desired flavor. Depending on your preference, you may not need extra!
Once you reach the perfect flavor, serve in chilled glasses with the garnishes of your choice!
Step-by-step instructions on how to make a Healthy Pina Colada
Delicious recipe variations
Pina coladas can be transformed to your liking by using your favorite ingredients and garnishes.
- Coconut milk: Coconut milk helps to give pina coladas their signature flavor. If you're out, you could use regular milk and add in a few drops of coconut extract or a couple teaspoons of coconut cream.
- Rum: If you're not a rum person, it can be swapped with your favorite vodka! And of course, you can always skip the alcohol altogether if you're looking for a non-alcoholic recipe.
- Add yogurt: Want to thicken up your drink? Add yogurt! You can use pineapple, coconut, or plain flavored options. About ½-3/4 cup should do.
- Add mangos: For a tropical twist, sub ½ of the frozen pineapple with frozen mangoes! This will give you a delicious result that will have you feeling like you're sitting on the beach somewhere tropical.
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Recipe by Erin Morrissey and Photos by The Mindful Hapa
Pina Colada
Ingredients
Method
- In a high speed blender, add all ingredients and blend until totally smooth. Add more honey to match preferred sweetness.
- Serve in chilled glasses and garnish as desired.
Elysse says
Love the glasses in the shot! Where did you get them from?
Lauren says
Not to be dramatic, but this is hands down the best piña colada I've ever tasted. I made it for me and my Mom last night, and we've decided that this will be the only thing we are drinking for the rest of the summer! We used coconut rum for a little extra coconut flavor and it did not disappoint!!! we love you Erin!!!
Erin says
Hi Lauren, so happy you loved it so much! 🙂
Sara T says
This has absolutely become a staple drink for friend hangouts and game nights!! Love love love it!!!
Erin says
Hi Sara, so happy you and your friends enjoyed it!!
Lauren says
I love that this recipe is dairy free, not full of chemicals (like the usual store bought mixes), and super easy to make! I’ve made the recipe with just pineapple, and also with a mix of pineapple and mango - both were delicious!
Erin says
Hi Lauren, so happy you loved it and great idea!!
Rachel says
Do you use unsweetened coconut milk? These look delicious!
Erin says
Hi Rachel, yes! It is just unsweetened and from a can. Let me know how yours come out!
Kate says
100% best summer cocktail ! Love love love
Erin says
Hi Kate, I am so glad you loved them!
Katy says
So refreshing!
Erin says
Hi Katy, so glad you enjoyed them!
Lauren says
These are the best ever! And they dont make you feel sick afterwards!!! We make them all the time now
Erin says
Hi Lauren, so glad you loved them!! 🙂
Aly says
love it! where can I find this beautiful glassware??
Erin says
Hi Aly, ah sorry it is from my photographer's studio. I don't have a link or info. Sorry!
Emily says
This recipe is delicious and refreshing! Perfect for a summer get together!
Erin says
Hi Emily, so glad you loved it!!
Lauren says
Love pina coladas, and your version is delicious!
Erin says
Hi Lauren, so glad you liked it!!
Chelsea says
Sooo good! Tried this recipe after previous fails to make a good pina colada and was SO happy with how it turned out! Super yummy and easy
Erin says
Hi Chelsea, so happy you liked it!!
Monica says
Oh my gosh, these are perfection. Tastes just like a beach vacation and such minimal ingredients. Thank you for the best summer drink!
Erin says
Hi Monica, so glad you loved it! 🙂
Lily says
Made these tonight to have with family and they were SO good! I used pineapple Bacardi for some extra pineapple flavor and followed the recipe otherwise. Definitely adding this to my rotation. Thanks Erin!
Erin says
Hi Lily, so happy you loved them and yumm!!
Casey Colodny says
Made this for a cookout the other night and we all loved it! Super light and fresh while still giving the alcohol buzz, a new favorite!
Erin says
Hi Casey, so glad you loved it!!
Chrissy says
This is by far the best homemade Pina Colada I have ever had!! -Was looking forward to it since I saw the post and it did not disappoint!!! My new favorite weekend drink !! Erin you are AMAZING!!!!
Erin says
Hi Chrissy, so glad you loved it so much! 🙂