Virgin Piña Colada is a refreshing tropical mocktail on hot days. I love its creamy coconut pineapple flavor. This non-alcoholic drink offers a perfect alcohol-free escape.
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Creamy Virgin Piña Colada recipe
Virgin Piña Colada is a non-alcoholic version of a traditional Pina Colada from Puerto Rico. It offers the same creamy and fruity flavors without the rum. This makes it suitable for everyone, from children to those who simply prefer non-alcoholic options.
The term “piña colada” translates to “strained pineapple.” It combines the sweetness of pineapple juice with the creamy texture of coconut. This mocktail is an excellent choice for anyone looking to enjoy tropical flavors without alcohol.
I used pineapple chunks instead of pineapple juice. This will make the drink thicker, more textured, and pineapple-forward. If you love the adult version, you can try the Piña Colada Sangria.
Here is how to make Virgin Piña Colada:
Virgin Piña Colada
Nutrition
Ingredients
- 2 cups of frozen pineapple chunks
- 1 cup of coconut milk
- 1/2 cup of coconut cream
- 2 tbsp of honey or sugar adjust to taste
- 1 cup of ice cubes
- Pineapple slices and maraschino cherries for garnish optional
Instructions
- In a blender, combine the frozen pineapple chunks, coconut milk, coconut cream, honey (or sugar), and ice cubes.
- Blend on high speed until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
- Taste and adjust sweetness if necessary by adding more honey or sugar.
- Pour the Virgin Piña Colada into serving glasses.
- Garnish with pineapple slices and maraschino cherries if desired.
- Serve immediately and enjoy the tropical goodness!
Notes
- If you don’t have coconut cream, you can skip it. But you need to increase the amount of coconut milk to 1.5 cups.
- To make Virgin Piña Colada on the rocks, eliminate the ice cubes on the step 1 and add them in the step 4.
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How to pair
Virgin Piña Colada goes well with many foods to complement its creamy and sweet tropical flavors. Here are some popular pairing options:
- Appetizers and Main Course
- Spicy Foods like Jerk chicken, Thai curry, or spicy tacos pair well with the coconut and pineapple.
- Grilled Options like Grilled shrimp, chicken, or fish with a tangy marinade complement the tropical flavors of the mocktail.
- Carnitas Tacos with grilled pineapple jalapeno salsa adds a nice balance of flavors.
- Coconut-based Dishes are harmonious pairings.
- Desserts
- Coconut Sorbet complements the coconut flavor in the mocktail.
- Pineapple Upside-Down Cake offers a sweet twist that ties in well with the pineapple flavor.
- Key Lime Pie provides a tart contrast to the sweetness of the drink.
- Other Options
- Fresh Fruit Platters with mango, pineapple, and kiwi enhance the tropical experience.
- An avocado corn salad adds a nice contrast to the sweetness of the mocktail.
- Spicy chicken wings or jerk chicken create a bold combination with the piña colada’s sweetness.
- Pulled pork sandwiches or ribs blend smoothly with the coconut base of the drink.
Variations
There are many versions of the Virgin Piña Colada. You can try these ones:
- Blue Piña Colada adds Blue Curacao to the mixture. This vibrant liqueur gives your drink a stunning azure hue and brings a subtle orange flavor.
- Chocolate Colada add a splash of chocolate liqueur or melt some chocolate and mix it with coconut cream, pineapple juice, rum, and ice.
- Berry Piña Colada includes berries—strawberries, raspberries, or blueberries—in the blender. This adds a sweet and tart dimension to the creamy concoction.
- Mango Piña Colada adds mango to the mix.
- Mint Piña Colada muddles fresh mint leaves into the mix or adds a hint of mint syrup for a cooling twist. It’s like a tropical mojito with a creamy coconut kick.
- Spiced Piña Colada uses a dash of cinnamon, a pinch of nutmeg, or even a hint of ginger.
- Citrus Piña Colada incorporates citrus fruits like orange or lime to create a citrusy punch.
- Coffee Colada adds a shot of cold brew or coffee liqueur.
- Vanilla Velvet introduces the sweet and aromatic notes of vanilla to your Piña Colada.
- Piña Colada Milkshake is a creamy blend of coconut cream, fresh pineapple, and vanilla ice cream.