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This easy Pina Colada Smoothie is one of those recipes that feels special, but takes almost no effort. Made with simple, wholesome ingredients and naturally sweetened, it's creamy, refreshing, and full of bright tropical flavor.
If you're on a smoothie kick (or just trying to get something nourishing on the table fast), don't miss Cottage Cheese Smoothie, Tropical Kale Smoothie, Cherry Smoothie, and Chocolate Peanut Butter Smoothie.
This Smoothie Made Me Famous
While recipes like Cheesy Chicken and Rice, Instant Pot Chicken Breast, and Baked Meatballs may be the ones readers come back for, this Pina Colada Smoothie is the one my family and friends won't let me show up without.
I've been making this for years -- usually alongside taco night (it pairs surprisingly well with Ground Beef Tacos or Instant Pot Chicken Tacos). And every single time, someone asks, wait, how did you make this taste so good?
The answer is simple: real ingredients that do the work for you. Sweet pineapple, tangy orange juice, creamy coconut milk, and banana blend into something that tastes like a treat, and so much fresher than you get at a tropical resort or local restaurant.
Serve it as or add a splash of coconut rum for the adults. Either way, it's one of those recipes that makes an ordinary day feel just a little more fun.
Happy Cooking! xo Kristen
Kristen's Keys for the Best Pina Colada Smoothie
This smoothie comes together in minutes, but a few small details make the difference between good and make you look like you know what you are doing.
- Start with the liquids first. Pour in your juice and coconut milk before adding the banana. This helps the blender blades move freely and prevents everything from getting stuck (and nobody has time to stop and scrape down the blender).
- Use frozen banana for the best texture. This is the key to a naturally sweet smoothie with a thick, creamy, consistency. If you are opposed to pineapple, frozen pineapple chunks work well here.
- Customize for your crew. Blend one batch, then add coconut rum to individual glasses if desired. Just give it a quick stir so everything is evenly mixed.
Serving Suggestions
We may not be sitting on a beach (most days I'm just trying to keep up with the kitchen), but this smoothie brings a little of that feeling home. It's especially perfect alongside bold, flavorful meals, like taco night or anything with a little spice. Below are a few of my favorites!
Pina Colada Smoothie
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Ingredients
- 2 cups pineapple juice
- 2 cups orange juice, fresh or prepared
- 1 cup canned coconut milk, light or full fat
- 2 medium frozen bananas, broken into chunks for easier blending
- coconut rum, *optional
Instructions
- Pour pineapple juice, orange juice, and coconut milk into a high speed blender. Add in the frozen banana, broken into chunks. Place the lid on the blender blend on medium-high speed until smooth and creamy.
- Pour into 4 glasses and serve immediately.
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Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
This post was originally published in 2017 but has been updated in 2026.
That looks so good. My little guy and I love making smoothies and this would be a fun new one to try!
I bet he will devour it 🙂
I love trying new smoothie recipes! This one sounds PERFECT for summertime!
It is the perfect summertime dish for sure!
I love adding both coconut and pineapple to smoothies - sounds great and love the photos.
Thanks Caroline!
So easy and delicious! I'd be happy to start any day with this tropical smoothie!
Thanks Liz!
I love this for a smoothie flavor!
Thanks Cindy!!
Pina Colada smoothies are my FAVORITE!
Me too 🙂
I could go for one right now! Love your photos!
Thanks Shelby!