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    Home » Recipe Index » Drinks and Smoothies

    Piña Colada Mocktail

    Published: Oct 3, 2022 · Modified: Sep 3, 2024 by Jessica

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    This easy piña colada mocktail is so creamy, fruity and full of flavor. It features frozen pineapple, coconut cream (or coconut milk), pineapple juice and a touch of lime juice. This virgin drink is also completely dairy-free, gluten-free and even healthy! Great to sip on a hot afternoon or to serve at parties any time of the year to bring a fun tropical vibe.

    Front angle view showing a tall glass of a piña colada mocktail decorated with maraschino cherries and pineapple wedges.

    This no alcohol piña colada mocktail is so fun and delicious! We absolutely LOVE its nice tropical-ish taste and look, thanks to one of our favorite combos: pineapple + coconut!

    It will make you feel like you are on the beach, toes in the sand, no matter what time of the year it is. ❤️

    Plus, it is so ridiculously easy to make: all you have to do is combine all the ingredients in a blender and blend until smooth. Makes for a super frosty mocktail with a nice slushie consistency that's also creamy and loaded with fruity flavors.

    This version is a non-alcoholic recipe inspired by the classic piña colada. The flavor is shockingly similar to the traditional drink with a creaminess that will astound you! It is like a pineapple slush with a coconutty zesty twist.

    Great for a large single-portion mocktail or 2 smaller ones, but also can be turned into a pitcher for parties such as baby showers, summer BBQs, pool party, brunch, family reunions... everyone can enjoy it, no matter your age!

    Hope you give it a try! ❤️

    Close up on the top of a piña colada mocktail showing maraschino cherries and pineapple wedges.
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    • ❤️What's to love about this recipe
    • ❓ What is a piña colada mocktail?
    • ⭐️ Star ingredient: coconut cream (or coconut milk!)
    • 🗒 Ingredient notes (+ substitutions)
    • 📝 Variations
    • 🍴Equipment
    • 🍽How to make it
    • 💡Helpful tips
    • 🍹 Serving suggestions
    • ❓ FAQ's
    • 🍸 More mocktail recipes you might like
    • 🍍 More pineapple recipes to try!
    • 📖 Recipe

    ❤️What's to love about this recipe

    • Very easy and straightforward recipe.
    • Healthy and loaded with nutrients from pineapple such as vitamin C and antioxidants (+ bromelaine to help with digestion!).
    • Amazing tropical flavors.
    • Perfect non-alcoholic icy drink for everyone! Share it with kids, enjoy it during pregnancy or make it to anyone trying to limit alcohol consumption.
    • Only requires 4 ingredients to make!
    • Easy to customize
    • Dairy-free, vegan and naturally gluten-free.

    ❓ What is a piña colada mocktail?

    A piña colada mocktail (or virgin piña colada) simply is a non-alcoholic version of the classic tropical drink. In this case, the rum is omitted and replaced by frozen pineapple and some lime juice.

    I also chose not to use any ice cubes to avoid diluting the flavor of the drink. Instead, frozen pineapple is used, which ensures maximum flavor and boosts the nutrient content of this drink. Frozen fruits will also make your drink super icy and thick!

    ⭐️ Star ingredient: coconut cream (or coconut milk!)

    The coconut cream is an important ingredient for creaminess, but also brings a tropical coconut flavor. Using coconut cream also allows you to make this drink completely dairy-free, naturally!

    But be aware, you are looking for plain coconut cream, NOT cream of coconut (sweetened and processed kind).

    Coconut cream can be found in any grocery store in small cans of 5.5 oz, which is what you'll need for a single-portion mocktail.

    If you cannot find it, then you can use a can of coconut milk! In that case, try to chill the can ahead of time and then, simply scoop out the top cream portion (measure about ½-3/4 cup).

    In any case, I do not recommend using the sweetened kind of cream of coconut, which would make your drink super sweet and less healthy.

    🗒 Ingredient notes (+ substitutions)

    Over head view on the ingredients needed to make this recipe.
    • Frozen pineapple: easy to find in any grocery store in the freezer section. I used the one from the brand 365, but choose any kind. You could also make it from fresh fruits! In that case, you will have to chop the pineapple and freeze the chunks the night before. Freeze the pieces apart from each other by placing them on a parchment paper-covered baking sheet, so it is easier to grab a few pieces at the time. Same thing if you want to use canned pineapple: use unsweetened, drain and freeze overnight before blending.
    • Pineapple juice: I used the organic natural pineapple juice from the brand Lakewood. Choose a juice that's not made from concentrate and without added sweetener, if possible. If you don't have any or don't want to use juice, then use water!
    • Coconut cream: I used the coconut cream from the brand native forest, but any kind will work well. Just make sure to use an unsweetened coconut cream!
    • Fresh lime: adds a nice zesty flavor, especially great in a virgin recipe made without alcohol.

    ⭐️ Detailed ingredient list with quantities down below in the recipe card!

    📝 Variations

    The final texture of your mocktail may vary depending on how long you had to blend to reach the desired consistency and the temperature of the ingredients you used. You can also taste the mixture straight from the blender before serving to adjust the flavors to your taste!

    Here are a few troubleshooting solutions:

    • Make it thicker: add a few extra (about ¼ cup) of frozen pineapple chunks to the blender and blend again. You could also use ice cubes, but adding more frozen fruits will keep the flavor undiluted.
    • Make it thinner: especially if you have trouble blending the frozen fruits, then you can add an extra splash of pineapple juice. Don't add too much though, you are looking for a slushie consistency!
    • Make it sweeter: depending on your fruit and your preference, you may want to add a little sweetener to the blender, such as maple syrup or granulated sugar. I usually find the fruits to be plenty sweet for this drink, though. Or, use this passion fruit syrup to sweeten it a little more, which would also add more tropical flavor!
    • Make it ultra creamy: add a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an ultra rich and creamy treat!
    Over head view on a piña colada mocktail showing the decorative cherries and pineapple wedge and umbrella.

    🍴Equipment

    Blender

    The entire mocktail is made in the blender. You will have a better result using a high-speed blender where the mixture will turn into a smooth slushie quicker and without overheating the mix. BUT, if a regular blender is all you have, that's fine, it will work!

    I do not recommend using a food processor to make it as it would leave too many chunks of fruit intact.

    Glasses

    Use any glass you want!

    But, as seen in the pictures and video, I went for the classic piña colada glass, also called "Hurricane glass". It is pretty much a high-ball glass that's curved at the bottom. I have seen it called also "Poco Grande Glass". This recipe will mostly fit in this kind of glass making it the perfect one-portion mocktail (15.5 oz).

    You could also use a stem-free kind of wine glass, which you probably could fill 2 of those following this recipe.

    🍽How to make it

    Blend

    Pour the pineapple juice (or water) into the blender and then, add the coconut cream, frozen pineapple and lime juice.

    Blend on high speed until very smooth. I recommend taking a break to scrape the walls and bottom of the blender with a spatula to ensure no pieces of fruit are left unblended.

    Serve

    Pour right away into your serving glass, decorate with a wedge of pineapple against the rim and maraschino cherry and enjoy while still frozen.

    In process picture: view on a blender filled with pineapple.
    In process picture: view over a blender blending a slush.
    In process picture: There is a slushie mixture pouring in a glass.
    In process picture: there is a hand adding cherries over a drink.

    ⭐️ More details down below in the recipe card!

    💡Helpful tips

    • When blending frozen fruits, it is better to pour the liquidy ingredients first and then add the frozen fruits. This will help blend your mixture more easily!
    • I highly recommend using organic and freshly pressed pineapple juice. It is healthier and so much better in flavor! Water works too.
    • Make sure to first chill the ingredients, especially the pineapple juice, to make your drink extra frosty.
    Front view showing a large tall glass of a virgin piña colada mocktail topped with maraschino cherries.

    🍹 Serving suggestions

    This mocktail is super fun to decorate! Typically served with a few maraschino cherries and some fresh pineapple wedges against the rim. Also, to make it very tropical-ish, add a Hawaiian cocktail drink umbrella!

    If you feel extra fancy, add some more lime juice or coconut cream around the rim and cover it with shredded coconut, then pour the drink into the glass.

    You can also poke a few leaves from a fresh pineapple in your drink to add some green and a Hawaiian look.

    ❓ FAQ's

    How to make a pitcher?

    This recipe will give you either a large mocktail or 2 smaller ones. To make more, simply double or triple the recipe, then divide it between a few glasses. How much you can make at the time will also depend on how big your blender container is!

    Can I make it ahead?

    No! This is a frozen drink, which makes it almost impossible to make it ahead. But, it is very quick to prepare, so it won't take long to make even if you have guests. You could pre-measure the ingredients and pre-squeeze the lime juice if you want to limit the mess when it is time to make the mocktail.

    Can I use coconut milk instead of coconut cream?

    You can, but in that case, I recommend only using the top cream solid portion for better consistency. You may want to chill the can in the fridge for a few hours first to help the cream part solidify nicely. I show how I do this in this vegan mascarpone video (look at 0:08, the top cream is scooped out while leaving the watery part underneath. Use leftovers in smoothies!)

    🍸 More mocktail recipes you might like

    • Watermelon mojito mocktail
    • Sparkling cranberry orange mocktail
    • Strawberry mojito mocktail
    • Passion fruit mocktail
    • Blueberry lime mojito mocktail
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    🍍 More pineapple recipes to try!

    • Pineapple upside down cake
    • Vegan Hawaiian cheese ball
    • Pineapple orange slush
    • Blueberry pineapple swirl smoothie
    • Coconut pineapple rice
    • Coconut pineapple chia parfait
    • Vegan carrot cupcakes

    I hope you like this piña colada mocktail as much as we do! If you try it, please leave a comment below and rate the recipe to let me know how it was. Your feedback is so helpful!

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    📖 Recipe

    Front angle view showing a tall glass of a piña colada mocktail decorated with maraschino cherries and pineapple wedges.

    Piña Colada Mocktail

    This easy piña colada mocktail is so creamy, fruity and full of flavor. It features frozen pineapple, coconut cream, pineapple juice and a touch of lime juice, and this virgin drink is also completely dairy-free and even healthy! Great to sip on a hot afternoon or to serve at parties any time of the year to bring a fun tropical vibe.
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    Prep Time5 minutes mins
    Cook Time0 minutes mins
    Total Time5 minutes mins
    Servings 2 mocktails
    Author Jessica Laroche

    Equipment

    • Blender

    Ingredients
      

    • 2 cups frozen pineapple chunks
    • 5.4 oz canned coconut cream - unsweetened
    • ½ lime - juiced
    • ½ cup water or pineapple juice or coconut water

    To garnish (optional)

    • pineapple wedges
    • maraschino cherries

    Instructions
     

    • Pour the pineapple juice (or water) to a blender and then add the canned coconut cream, the frozen pineapple and lime juice and blend until very smooth.
    • Pour into a large serving glass (or 2 small ones) and decorate with pineapple wedges and maraschino cherries. Enjoy right away!

    Video

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    Notes

    • You can adjust the consistency of the mocktail by adding more frozen pineapple for a thicker drink or more pineapple juice to thin it out (especially if your blender struggles to blend super thick consistencies).
    • Do not use sweetened coconut cream. You want an unsweetened canned coconut cream, not the processed one coming in a bottle. If you want your mocktail to be sweeter, then add a little extra sugar or maple syrup to the blender.
    • This mocktail is best when using 100% freshly pressed pineapple juice, ideally organic. The flavor simply is better!
    • You can turn this recipe into a pitcher or make a few more mocktails by doubling or tripling the recipe. More than that might not fit in the blender, but you can make a few batches.
    • Nutrition: please note that the nutritional information is an estimate per serving provided for informational purposes only (calculated by software) and accuracy is not guaranteed. Consult with your healthcare provider or a registered dietitian if you need precise nutrition calculations for health reasons.

    NUTRITION

    Calories: 340kcal | Carbohydrates: 28g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 27g | Saturated Fat: 24g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 8mg | Potassium: 446mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 17g | Vitamin A: 104IU | Vitamin C: 86mg | Calcium: 37mg | Iron: 2mg
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