Name: Pineapple Smoothie
Prep time: 5 min
Total time: 5 min
Ingredients: 4 Cups Ice; 2 Cups Fresh Pineapple (chopped); 1 Cup Water; ¼ Cup Sugar; Pineapple Leaves (optional garnish)

Let’s dive into a tropical paradise with a recipe that’s bound to refresh your taste buds and bring a slice of summer into your home, no matter the season. With its perfect blend of sweetness and chill, Pineapple Smoothie is an ideal pick-me-up for any time of the day. Plus, it’s incredibly easy to make, with a prep time of just 5 minutes and no cooking required.

Ingredients:

Prep Time: 5 minutes | Total Time: 5 minutes | Servings: 3

4 Cups Ice
2 Cups Fresh Pineapple, chopped
1 Cup Water
¼ Cup Sugar
Pineapple Leaves, optional garnish

1. Prepare the Pineapple: Ensure your pineapple is ripe and sweet. Peel, core, and chop the pineapple into chunks. Measure out 2 cups for the smoothie. If you’re planning to use pineapple for garnish, save a few wedges and leaves aside.

2. Blend the Smoothie: In a blender, combine the 4 cups of ice, the 2 cups of chopped pineapple, 1 cup of water, and ¼ cup of sugar. Blend on high speed until the mixture is completely smooth. If your smoothie is too thick, you can add a little more water to reach your desired consistency. If it’s too thin, add a bit more ice and blend again.

3. Taste and Adjust: Taste your smoothie and adjust the sweetness if necessary. Depending on the sweetness of your pineapple, you may need to add a little more sugar. If so, blend again briefly to combine.

4. Serve Immediately: Pour the smoothie into glasses. If using, garnish each glass with a pineapple leaf and a wedge of pineapple on the rim for a decorative and delicious touch.

Storage and Reheating Instructions

This smoothie is a “make and consume” kind of deal. It doesn’t take well to storage or freezing, so enjoy it fresh out of the blender.

Helpful Tips & Substitutions

Can This Be Made Ahead of Time?

As tempting as it might be to prepare in advance, this smoothie is best enjoyed immediately after making.

Substitutions & Variations

Fruit Variations: Feel adventurous? Mix in other tropical fruits like mango or banana for a twist.
Sweetener Substitutions: The sugar is important as it keeps the ice from seizing. However, a sugar substitute that’s similar, like monk fruit sweetener, should work.
Make It Creamy: Add a splash of coconut milk for a creamier texture and a boost of tropical flavor.

Helpful Cooking Notes

Blender Basics: A high-powered blender is your best friend for smoothies. A tamper is a tool that you put in the top of your blender and wiggle around so it’s able to grab onto the remaining chunks and make a nice and smooth outcome.
Sugar: If you want it sweater, double the sugar, but be warned, it buries the pineapple flavor if you make it too sweet.
Garnishing: Those optional garnishes? Not so optional if you’re looking to impress. They add a visual appeal and a hint of extra flavor.

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Pineapple Smoothie

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Prep Time 5

Total Time 5

Servings

Calories 119 kcal

This Pineapple Smoothie recipe is a quick, easy, and irresistibly refreshing delight. Ready in just 5 minutes and perfect for any occasion!

INGREDIENTS

4 Cups Ice
2 Cups Fresh Pineapple, chopped
1 Cup Water
¼ Cup Sugar
Pineapple Leaves, optional garnish

INSTRUCTIONS

Prepare the Pineapple: Ensure your pineapple is ripe and sweet. Peel, core, and chop the pineapple into chunks. Measure out 2 cups for the smoothie. If you’re planning to use pineapple for garnish, save a few wedges and leaves aside.
Blend the Smoothie: In a blender, combine the 4 cups of ice, the 2 cups of chopped pineapple, 1 cup of water, and ¼ cup of sugar. Blend on high speed until the mixture is completely smooth. If your smoothie is too thick, you can add a little more water to reach your desired consistency. If it’s too thin, add a bit more ice and blend again.
Taste and Adjust: Taste your smoothie and adjust the sweetness if necessary. Depending on the sweetness of your pineapple, you may need to add a little more sugar. If so, blend again briefly to combine.
Serve Immediately: Pour the smoothie into glasses. If using, garnish each glass with a pineapple leaf and a wedge of pineapple on the rim for a decorative and delicious touch.

NOTES

Storage and Reheating Instructions:

This smoothie is a “make and consume” kind of deal. It doesn’t take well to storage or freezing, so enjoy it fresh out of the blender.