Pina Colada Recipe: Based on NeemTime research
Ingredients for Piña Colada (For 4 servings):
For the Piña Colada:
2 cups fresh pineapple chunks (or canned, but fresh is best) – 180 calories
1 cup coconut cream – 444 calories
1 cup light rum – 490 calories
2 tablespoons sugar (optional, based on sweetness preference) – 96 calories
1/2 cup ice cubes – negligible calories
For Garnish (optional):
Pineapple wedges – 40 calories
Maraschino cherries – 40 calories
Total Calories for the Entire Recipe:
Total Calories for 4 servings = 1,290 calories
Calories per serving (1/4 of the total) = 322 calories
Instructions:
1. Prepare the Ingredients
Pineapple: If you’re using fresh pineapple, cut up about 2 cups of fresh pineapple chunks. Fresh pineapple adds a natural sweetness and flavor to the drink.
(180 calories from pineapple)
(No calories are added at this step.)
2. Blend the Piña Colada
Add Pineapple and Coconut Cream: In a blender, combine the 2 cups fresh pineapple chunks and 1 cup coconut cream. Coconut cream is thicker and richer than coconut milk, giving the Piña Colada its signature creamy texture and flavor.
(180 calories from pineapple, 444 calories from coconut cream)
Add the Rum: Pour in 1 cup light rum. Light rum is commonly used in Piña Coladas to give the drink its characteristic tropical flavor.
(490 calories from rum)
Add Sugar (optional): If you like your Piña Colada a little sweeter, add 2 tablespoons sugar. This is optional depending on your taste preference, as the pineapple and coconut cream already provide natural sweetness.
(96 calories from sugar)
Add Ice: Add 1/2 cup ice cubes to the blender. The ice will help chill the drink and make it smooth and frothy.
(Negligible calories from ice)
3. Blend Until Smooth
Blend the Mixture: Blend everything together on high speed for 20-30 seconds until the mixture is smooth and well combined. If you prefer a thinner drink, you can add more ice or a little water.
(No additional calories added here.)
4. Serve
Pour into Glasses: Pour the blended Piña Colada into 4 glasses. You can use hurricane glasses or any glass of your choice.
(No calories added here.)
5. Garnish (Optional)
Garnish with Pineapple Wedges and Maraschino Cherries: For an extra touch of tropical flair, garnish each glass with a pineapple wedge and a maraschino cherry. This is optional but makes for a lovely presentation.
(40 calories from pineapple wedges, 40 calories from maraschino cherries)
Total Calories Per Serving:
Total Calories for 4 servings = 1,290 calories
Calories per serving (1/4 of the total) = 322 calories
This Piña Colada recipe creates a refreshing, creamy tropical drink that’s perfect for warm weather or any time you want to enjoy a beachy vibe at home. You can adjust the sweetness level by adding more or less sugar, and you can also make it virgin by omitting the rum. Enjoy your homemade Piña Colada with a slice of pineapple or a cherry on top for that extra tropical touch!