Tropical Pineapple Smoothie
Tropical Pineapple Smoothie
Easy and Delicious Homemade Pineapple Smoothie Recipe
Beat the heat with this refreshing and healthy homemade pineapple smoothie! This vibrant drink perfectly balances the tangy sweetness of fresh pineapple with the creamy texture of yogurt and a hint of honey. It’s incredibly easy to make in under 5 minutes with just a blender, making it a delightful treat for all ages. Perfect as a healthy breakfast, a midday pick-me-up, or a delightful snack for kids.
Ingredients- 1/4 fresh pineapple, peeled, cored, and cut into chunks (about 200g)
- 2 tablespoons plain yogurt powder
- 170ml milk (adjust to desired consistency)
- 2 tablespoons honey (or to taste)
- 12 ice cubes (adjust based on desired coldness)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Begin by preparing your star ingredient, the fresh pineapple. Peel the skin, remove the tough core, and cut the flesh into bite-sized chunks. Place these pineapple chunks into your blender. Pour in 170ml of milk. You can adjust the amount of milk to achieve your preferred smoothie consistency – more milk for a thinner smoothie, less for a thicker one.
Step 2
Next, add 2 tablespoons of plain yogurt powder to the blender. This ingredient contributes a wonderful creamy texture and a pleasant tanginess. If you don’t have yogurt powder, you can substitute it with about 100g of plain yogurt.
Step 3
For a touch of sweetness, add 2 tablespoons of honey. You can substitute honey with other sweeteners like agave nectar or maple syrup. Feel free to adjust the amount of honey based on the natural sweetness of your pineapple and your personal preference. If you prefer a less sweet smoothie, you can reduce or omit the honey entirely.
Step 4
To achieve a perfectly chilled and refreshing smoothie, add 12 ice cubes to the blender. The number of ice cubes can be adjusted to make your smoothie colder and thicker, or less icy and smoother, depending on your liking.
Step 5
Securely place the lid on the blender. Blend all the ingredients until smooth and well combined, which should take about 30 seconds to 1 minute. You’re looking for a consistently creamy texture. Once blended, pour your delicious pineapple smoothie into a glass and enjoy immediately. For an extra touch, garnish with a sprig of mint or a small pineapple wedge.
