Imagine a tropical getaway in a glass—this ultimate pineapple smoothie is your ticket to paradise! Refreshing, nutritious, and bursting with pineapple flavor, this smoothie is perfect for hot summer days or as a fruity breakfast option.
Ingredients
Scale:
2 cups fresh or frozen pineapple chunks
1 ripe banana
1 cup coconut milk
1/2 cup orange juice
1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup (optional)
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Shredded coconut (optional topping)
Chia seeds (optional topping)
Fresh mint leaves (optional topping)
Instructions
Prepare your ingredients: If using fresh pineapple, peel and core it, then cut it into chunks. Peel the banana and break it into manageable pieces.
Combine ingredients in the blender: Add the pineapple chunks, banana pieces, coconut milk, and orange juice into your blender. Add honey or maple syrup and vanilla extract if desired.
Blend until smooth: Start on low speed, then gradually increase to high speed. Blend for about 30-60 seconds until creamy.
Check consistency: If too thick, add more coconut milk or orange juice and blend again.
Serve immediately: Pour into glasses and add toppings if desired.