Vegan Pina Colada literally takes minutes to prepare. This creamy pineapple coconut drink is ready to sip in no time. This tropical paradise cocktail is made with rum and is vegan, gluten-free and dairy-free.
Try this green pina colada smoothie for a breakfast idea for those busy mornings. Another pina colada recipe is these pina colada squares, a sliced dessert the whole crew will enjoy.
This vegan Pina Colada recipe is…
- vegan
- Gluten free
- No dairy
- 5 minute drink
- alcoholic
- It can be made as a mocktail
How to make a pina colada
Complete steps on how to make a pina colada are on the printable recipe card at the bottom of the post. Here’s a quick tour of how it’s done.
- Add all the ingredients to the blender.
- Blend until smooth and creamy.
- Pour into a glass and serve with ice.
Useful tips for making Pina Colada
High speed mixer
Make sure you use a high speed mixer. This will ensure that the mixture really mixes well. Also, the higher speed will break down the frozen pineapple chunks in the recipe.
Frozen pineapple
Make sure your pineapple is frozen, or it will alter the texture of your cocktail. Just place the pineapple on a lined baking sheet and freeze for 1-2 hours. Make a single row of pineapple to ensure it freezes evenly. Or buy pre-frozen pineapple to cut a corner on the preparation.
Variations of the Pina Colada Recipe
Rom
I used a dark rum for this recipe. But you can change it to a lighter rum if you want. Or even try vodka for another twist.
Coconut shavings
Consider adding some coconut shavings to the top of your drink to showcase the coconut in the drink. You can even mix some coconut into the pineapple mixture. It will be a little chewy when you take a sip.
Coconut ice cream
If you want to give it a sweeter flavor, swap the coconut cream for a dairy-free coconut ice cream. This will further enhance the flavors and provide a creamier texture.
Pina Colada FAQs
Are pina coladas healthy?
You will find that it depends on the ingredients used. Some recipes will use a lot of pineapple, coconut cream, etc., which add sugar, calories, etc. So use your judgment on the brands of each item you need.
Can I make this cocktail ahead of time?
I think it’s best to serve it right before you enjoy it. This way it doesn’t melt or break down too much and dilute the flavor of the drink.
Does this recipe double well?
Go ahead and make as many of these cocktails as you like. Only make as much as will fit in your blender. If you want more, stir in the pina colada mix, pour into glasses and serve.
What can I use instead of simple syrup?
You can swap out the simple syrup for maple syrup if you like. Use simple syrup to help sweeten the drink. So just reach for some maple syrup to switch it up, if you prefer. Sweeten according to your preference.
How to adjust the thickness of the cocktail?
Add more liquid to dilute the pina colada. Or to thicken it, throw in extra frozen pineapple. Then mix and adjust the ingredients as needed.
Vegan Pina Colada
This vegan Pina Colada is the perfect summer cocktail. Full of spicy pineapple flavor and creamy coconut, and ready in just 5 minutes!
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Rations: 4 rations
Calories: 653kcal
Ingredients
- 1 cup dark rum
- 1 cup pineapple juice
- 1 ½ cups coconut cream canned
- ¼ cup lime juice
- ⅓ cup simple syrup
- 3 cups frozen pineapple chunks
- 2 ½ cups ice
Instructions
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Combine all ingredients in a high speed blender.
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Blend until the mixture is smooth and creamy. If you have trouble getting it to mix, add a little more liquid to the mixture.
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Taste and adjust as desired. If it’s not sweet enough for your taste, add additional simple syrup.
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Serve over ice.
notes
- You can use coconut flavored rum or light rum instead of dark rum if you prefer. Dark rum gives a richer flavor.
- If you prefer, you can substitute agave syrup or maple syrup in place of the simple syrup.
- You can use coconut milk instead of coconut cream, but you’ll find it has a thinner consistency.
- Try garnishing your vegan pina colada with fresh coconut shavings, pineapple slices, or lime wedges.
nutrition
Calories: 653kcal | Carbohydrates: 63g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 31g | Saturated fat: 28g | Polyunsaturated fats: 0.4g | Monounsaturated fats: 1g | Sodium: 31mg | Potassium: 626mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 52g | Vitamin A: 99UI | Vitamin C: 30mg | Calcium: 56mg | Iron: 4mg