Pina Colada Smoothie Recipe

Name: Pina Colada Smoothie
Prep time: 5 min
Total time: 5 min
Ingredients: 6 large ice cubes; 6 ounce vanilla flavored greek yogurt; 1 cup pineapple (frozen, fresh or canned); 1 large banana; 3/4 teaspoon rum flavoring; 2 Tablespoons unsweetened coconut milk; toasted coconut and cherries for garnish (optional); protein powder (optional)

Get a taste of summer with this refreshing Pina Colada Smoothie. Packed with flavor and protein, it’s a fabulous workout recovery smoothie or poolside sipper.

Learn how to make toasted coconut as the perfect garnish for this smoothie! It’s delicious on this Coconut Banana Bread too.

Pina colada smoothie in a clear glass with pineapple garnish.

Why this Recipe is Best

You can serve this easy Pina Colada Smoothie as a healthy breakfast or post-workout snack OR as a healthier, non-alcoholic twist on the classic beachy cocktail. Kids love it as much as the adults!

Healthy indulgence – Greek yogurt and unsweetened fruit give this smoothie its creamy sweet flavor.
Protein packed – Add your favorite protein powder to make it even more satisfying.
Nonalcoholic Pina Colada – We use rum extract to make this blended drink taste even more like the real thing!
Refreshing and Easy – Sip this smoothie any time of year for an instant taste of the tropics.

If you love smoothies, this heartier Banana Cinnamon Roll Smoothie is the perfect way to start your day. Filled with oats and dates, it’s a great healthy breakfast.

Ingredient Notes

Ingredients needed for pineapple smoothie.

Vanilla Greek Yogurt – Thicker than regular yogurt, it makes the smoothie extra creamy while giving it a hint of vanilla flavor.
Pineapple – I’ve used fresh, frozen and canned in this pineapple smoothie recipe. They all taste great, so use what is most convenient for you.
Banana – This thickens the smoothie while adding lots of sweetness–no extra sugar required in this recipe.
Rum flavoring – The extract mimics the rich flavor of rum in the traditional pina colada cocktail without adding alcohol. We love it in eggnog flavored recipes too.
Protein powder – It’s totally optional but a great way to add a little more protein to your diet! I recommend a vanilla flavored protein powder here.
Toasted coconut – Another optional ingredient! This provides a beautiful and delicious garnish for the pineapple coconut smoothie.

Step by step photos showing how to make a pina colada smoothie.

Recipe FAQs

Can I use regular vanilla yogurt instead of Greek yogurt in smoothies?

Yes, you can use regular yogurt in this smoothie recipe. The drink may be a little less thick but it will still taste delicious.

How do you toast coconut?

To toast coconut, bake it in an even layer at 375 degrees for about 5 minutes or until lightly toasted. See full instructions for this method of toasting coconut here.

Can I double this smoothie recipe?

You sure can! If your blender isn’t large enough, it’s so easy to just blend the Pina Colada Smoothies it in two batches.

Is rum extract or imitation rum flavor better?

You can use either one in this recipe! Real rum extract has a deeper more robust flavor but comes at a higher price tag. The less expensive imitation flavor works perfectly fine here, since it’s blended with so many other ingredients.

Does the rum flavoring make the smoothie taste like alcohol?

No, it does not. The rum extract brings the complex, rich flavor of rum to the beverage without the sharpness of alcohol.

Pina colada smoothie with cherry and pineapple garnish.

More Easy Breakfast Recipes

Cranberry Orange Smoothie: creamy, delicious, HEALTHY!
Green Monster Smoothie: don’t let the color turn you off. This tastes fresh and fruity!
Amish Friendship Bread– with starter recipe!
Breakfast Casserole
Banana Split Smoothie: so thick and creamy you will think it’s a milkshake. Surprise! It’s healthy.

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