These refreshingly Delightful Tropical Smoothies are filled with strawberry and pineapple flavors that give a true lava flow pina colada flavor vibe.
The Heart and Soul of this Tropical Smoothie Recipe
Cuisine Inspiration: Caribbean Island vibes.
Primary Cooking Method: Blending
Dietary Info: It’s vegetarian-friendly and gluten-free (just be sure your oats are certified GF).
Key Flavor: Bursting with the sunny sweetness of pineapple, berry deliciousness and the creamy caress of coconut
Skill Level: Easy
Sweet Highlights:
- Vitamin C Vibes: With orange juice and pineapple, this smoothie isn’t just a treat for your taste buds—it’s a high-five for your health.
- Creamy Coconut Dream: Coconut yogurt turns every sip into a creamy wave of flavor that’ll transport you to the tropics.
- Banana Boost: Frozen banana adds a naturally sweet thickness that makes this smoothie a satisfying snack or a delightful light meal.
- Berrylicious Bliss: Strawberries bring a pop of color and a tangy twist, balancing the tropical sweetness to perfection.
Ingredients
- Get zesty with orange juice for that citrusy kick-off.
- Double up the creamy delight with both vanilla and coconut yogurt.
- Toss in a chill factor with frozen pineapple – the more the merrier for that tropical tang.
- Slide in some frozen banana to thicken up the mix with natural sweetness.
- Drizzle in some honey for that smooth, golden sweetness.
- A dash of vanilla because, hey, it’s the little things that count.
- Berry-ify it with a handful of frozen strawberries for that cool berry blast.
How to Make a Tropical Smoothie
- In a blender combine orange juice, both yogurts, pineapple, banana, honey and vanilla. Cover and blend until nearly smooth.
- Remove half of the smoothie and add strawberries to blender. Blend until smooth then alternate adding the two smoothie fillings to glass and serve.
How to Store
For that just-blended freshness, sip your Tropical Smoothie right away. If you need to store any leftovers, pour the excess into an airtight container and stash it in the freezer. When you’re ready for reserve, let it thaw slightly, give it a good stir or a quick whirl in the blender, and enjoy.
Favorite Smoothie and Milkshake Recipes
Check out some of my other smoothie recipes below.
- Pina Colada Smoothie
- Oreo Milkshake
- Pineapple Milkshake
- Banana Milkshake
- Skinny Chocolate Milkshake
- Caramel Milkshake
Tropical Smoothies
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup orange juice
- 1 6 ounce cartons vanilla yogurt
- 1 6 ounce carton coconut yogurt
- 1/2-1 cup frozen pineapple
- 1 ripe banana peeled, cut up, and frozen
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla
- 1/2 cup frozen unsweetened strawberries
Instructions
- In a blender combine orange juice, both yogurts, pineapple, banana, honey and vanilla. Cover and blend until nearly smooth.
- Remove half of the smoothie and add strawberries to blender. Blend until smooth then alternate adding the two smoothie fillings to glass and serve.
Elsa | the Whinery says
I think I’ve found my smoothie for summer ’15! Yum! I think there’s guaranteed happiness right in there 🙂
Jocelyn (Grandbaby Cakes) says
Oh completely happiness seriously!
Meagan @ A Zesty Bite says
This is a drink that I could get behind! Love the swirl.
Jocelyn (Grandbaby Cakes) says
Yes the swirl is indeed magical!
Chineka @ Savor The Baking says
I love the fun swirl in these smoothie as well. I’m definitely pinning this and can’t wait until Summer. I’m a smoothie girl all year round. 🙂
Jocelyn (Grandbaby Cakes) says
Same here Chineka! I love smoothies!
Ashley | The Recipe Rebel says
These are the prettiest smoothies I’ve ever seen! Hopping over for the recipe!
Jocelyn (Grandbaby Cakes) says
Hooray thank you Ashley!
Jess @ whatjessicabakednext says
This smoothie looks gorgeous! Love the tropical flavours! 😀
Jocelyn (Grandbaby Cakes) says
Thank you so much Jess!
Bill says
Now I have the perfect thing to serve at our Memorial Day weekend cookout! Delish!
Jocelyn (Grandbaby Cakes) says
Woot woot thanks Bill!
Heather - Butter & Burlap says
Such a creative idea for a smoothie! I love the “baby grill that sits like a puppy on our porch” haha. Great recipe!
Jocelyn (Grandbaby Cakes) says
It is seriously that small Heather haha.
marcie says
I’m excited for summer too, and this smoothie will be the best thing ever on warm day! I love those pretty swirls!
Jocelyn (Grandbaby Cakes) says
Aren’t those swirls so much fun?
Mary Frances says
YES to all the strawberries right now. A friend let us come and pick his strawberries and now we have gallons waiting to be used. This is just the thing!
Jocelyn (Grandbaby Cakes) says
OMG I sooo need you to send me some!
Sarah | Broma Bakery says
Let’s drink these on the beach together. What do you say?
Jocelyn (Grandbaby Cakes) says
I say heck yeah girlfriend! Let’s go!