By Becky Hardin
Published Jul 27, 2020
Frozen pina coladas are the drink you need this summer! Wonderfully creamy with flavors of pineapple and coconut, this tropical cocktail will help you beat the heat.
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“If you like pina coladas…”
…you are in the right place!
These frozen rum cocktails are super easy to make and a real delight to drink! Blended with ice cream, they are full with refreshing flavors from pineapple and coconut.
Why you will love frozen pina coladas
- Make ahead: These can be made weeks ahead of time, perfect if you are planning a get together or if you just want a stash in your fridge!
- Simple: You just need 5 ingredients and a blender to make this recipe and it takes minutes to make a batch.
- Perfect for a crowd: This recipe makes enough for six drinks and it is easily doubled.
How to make frozen pina coladas
- Blend: In a blender, combine the cream of coconut and pineapple. Blend in the rum and pineapple juice and then the ice cream.
- Serve: Pour into glasses and garnish with a slice of pineapple.
How long do frozen cocktails keep?
I love frozen cocktails because they can be made way ahead of time! Once you have blended the drink, pour it into a freezer container and it will keep well for up to a month!
Remove the drink form the freezer 10 minutes before serving and give it a stir before pouring into glasses.
Can you use frozen pineapple?
I prefer to use canned pineapple as I also add in the juices that it is packed in. If you use frozen, pour in a little pineapple juice when you blend it so that it’s not too thick.
Can you make this alcoholic
This cocktail is made with white rum. If you are not a drinker or want a mocktail version, it’s easy! Simply swap the rum for extra pineapple juice and you are good to go!
Recipe Notes and Tips
- If you use frozen pineapple for this pina colada, add a little extra pineapple juice when blending.
- Serve in cold glasses so that it doesn’t melt too quickly.
- Make it ahead of time and store it in the freezer for up to 1 month.
Pina coladas are the ideal summer cocktail ! Frozen, creamy, and flavorful, they always please a crowd of people on hot days.
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- Tropical Mimosa Recipe (Easy Coconut Water Cocktail Recipe)
Ingredients1x2x3x
- ▢ 7.5 ounces Real Cream of Coconut Coco Lopez
- ▢ 1 8-ounce can crushed pineapple (undrained)
- ▢ 7.5 ounces white rum
- ▢ 6 ounces pineapple Juice
- ▢ ¼ cup vanilla ice cream
- ▢ 4-5 cups ice
Instructions
- Pour Cream of Coconut and crushed pineapple in a blender and purée until smooth.
- Add rum and pineapple juice and blend until incorporated.
- Add ice cream and top with 4 cups ice. Purée until desired consistency.
- Pour into ice-cold glasses and serve immediately, or if making ahead, see *Note below.
- Garnish with a pineapple wedge, and…
- Enjoy!
Becky’s Tips
- If making ahead: prepare the Pina Colada mixture and pour into an airtight freezer container. Keep frozen until ready to use (up to 1 month). Remove from freezer 10 minutes before serving, stir (or give a quick mix in the blender), pour into ice-cold glasses and serve.
- If you use frozen pineapple for this pina colada, add a little extra pineapple juice when blending.
- Serve in cold glasses so that it doesn’t melt too quickly.
- Make it ahead of time and store it in the freezer for up to 1 month.
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
Frozen Pina Coladas Recipe
Ingredients
- 7.5 ounces Real Cream of Coconut Coco Lopez
- 1 8-ounce can crushed pineapple (undrained)
- 7.5 ounces white rum
- 6 ounces pineapple Juice
- ¼ cup vanilla ice cream
- 4-5 cups ice
Instructions
- Pour Cream of Coconut and crushed pineapple in a blender and purée until smooth.
- Add rum and pineapple juice and blend until incorporated.
- Add ice cream and top with 4 cups ice. Purée until desired consistency.
- Pour into ice-cold glasses and serve immediately, or if making ahead, see *Note below.
- Garnish with a pineapple wedge, and…
- Enjoy!
Notes
- If making ahead: prepare the Pina Colada mixture and pour into an airtight freezer container. Keep frozen until ready to use (up to 1 month). Remove from freezer 10 minutes before serving, stir (or give a quick mix in the blender), pour into ice-cold glasses and serve.
- If you use frozen pineapple for this pina colada, add a little extra pineapple juice when blending.
- Serve in cold glasses so that it doesn’t melt too quickly.
- Make it ahead of time and store it in the freezer for up to 1 month.
Nutrition
By Becky Hardin
Published Jul 12, 2017
This Essential Grocery List is an absolute life saver for my family on the busy weeks. When I started this journey to learn how to cook, I quickly realized that the first step in cooking is having staple ingredients on hand. I want to avoid having to run out to the grocery store every single time I prepare a new recipe. Having a well-stocked pantry has made my life in the kitchen so much simpler, because when it’s time to cook, I have what I need.
Essential Grocery List
It’s so helpful to have a basic grocery list to help me remember which foods to buy at the store. This food shopping list is my go-to!
It’s better to stock up on things like grains, seasonings and spices, baking essentials, oils, condiments, canned and frozen foods, etc. so I can just grab them when I need them. These things have a long shelf life , so I keep them in my kitchen for convenience.
However, I do have to go to the supermarket sometimes, and there’s a way to make that trip easy and hassle-free: I keep a grocery list! If I go in blindly, I’ll leave with things I don’t need, and nothing that actually helps me prepare a good meal.
In the list below, I’ve compiled everything I always have on my stock-up grocery list.
I’ve got you covered! I created an easy grocery list filled with all of the essentials. Plus there’s a free printable version that you can take with you to the grocery store. It has everything you need to stock your pantry, your freezer, and your refrigerator.
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What to Buy at the Grocery Store
This is the perfect grocery list filled with all the basics and essentials. It should help get you going if you’re new to cooking, or if you’re just left staring helplessly at an empty pantry and don’t know how to fill it.
When I first started cooking, things could seem overwhelming. I quickly realized that they more prepared I could be, the more confident I felt. If you already have the basics in your kitchen, then you can shop stress-free.
So print out our easy grocery list, stock up your pantry and fridge, and you’ll be cooking in no time!
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Fresh Produce
- Apples
- Bananas
- Strawberries
- Avocados
- Bell Peppers
- Carrots
- Broccoli
- Garlic
- Lemons/Limes
- Onion
- Parsley
- Cilantro
- Basil
- Potatoes
- Spinach
- Tomatoes
GRAINS
- Breadcrumbs
- Pasta
- Quinoa
- Rice
- Sandwich Bread
- Tortillas
MEAT/PROTEIN
- Chicken
- Eggs
- Ground Beef
- Sliced Turkey
- Lunch Meat
DAIRY
- Butter
- Sliced Cheese
- Shredded Cheese
- Milk
- Sour Cream
- Greek Yogurt
BAKING GOODS
- Baking powder
- Baking Soda
- Granulated Sugar
- Brown Sugar
- Flour
- Honey
- Vanilla Extract
- Dry Yeast
- Chocolate Chips
- Cocoa Powder
- Powdered Sugar
FREEZER
- Fruit and Berries
- Frozen Veggies (Corn, Peas, Broccoli, etc)
- Juice Concentrate
- Pizza or Other Convenience Meals
- Pie Crust
- Cookie Dough
CANNED/DRIED GOODS
- Chicken stock/broth
- Salsa
- Diced Tomatoes
- Jam/Jelly
- Peanut Butter
- Pasta Sauce
- Beans (Black Beans, Chickpeas, Baked Beans, etc)
- Soups
- Tuna
- Green Chiles
- Canned Veggies
- Coffee or Tea
Get more details on the best non-perishable and pantry foods
CONDIMENTS/SPICES
- Black Pepper
- Chili Powder
- Cinnamon
- Crushed Red Pepper
- Cumin
- Garlic Powder
- Ketchup
- Mustard
- Mayo
- Nutmeg
- Paprika
- Salt (Course Sea Salt and Kosher Salt)
- Soy Sauce
- Steak Sauce
- Hot Sauce/ Buffalo Sauce
- Salad Dressings
OILS/VINEGARS
- Apple cider vinegar
- Balsamic vinegar
- Coconut Oil
- Olive Oil
- Vegetable/Canola Oil
- Red Wine Vinegar
- White Vinegar
- Cooking Wine
- White Wine Vinegar
SNACKS
- Crackers
- Nuts
- Quick Oats
- Popcorn
- Tortilla Chips
- Cereal
Click to get my Free Printable Grocery List for the perfectly stocked pantry and freezer!
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I hope this essential grocery list can help you buy what you need and make your home cooking so much easier!
Stock Your Kitchen
Find more ideas for your grocery list, stock up your kitchen, and print more cooking guides and charts to keep handy!
Non-Perishable Foods to Stock Up On
Frozen Vegetables to Stock Up On (and Recipes to Make)
Ultimate List of Cooking Herbs for Your Kitchen
Ultimate List of Cooking Spices for Your Kitchen
Cooking Oil 101: Types of Cooking Oils to Use
26 Types of Pasta and When to Use Them
What Fruits and Vegetables are in Season?
Meat Temperature Chart (Free Printable)
How to Meal Prep (Guide for Beginners)
Basic Cooking Measurements & Kitchen Conversion Chart
