After I get done running outside in the Aruba heat…
…It’s nice to come inside and enjoy this.
After we get done playing at the beach…
…a tropical fruity smoothie hits the spot and quenches what seems to be my never-ending thirst in this heat.
Sweet, tropical, and since I love peaches ‘n cream, I figured, why not make it a peaches and coconut cream smoothie.
Since we’re in the Caribbean and all.
It was a good call.
We’ve been going to town on these the past few days.
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Peaches & Coconut Cream Smoothie
1 banana (previously frozen is ideal but not essential)
1 c peaches (I used 5 canned peach halves in light syrup, but fresh would be great)
1/2 c coconut milk (canned, fresh, cream of coconut, or coconut creme concentrate)
1/2 tsp vanilla extract
1 c ice cubes
1/4 c sugar, optional or to taste (or honey, agave, sugar, stevia, vanilla NuNaturals stevia drops to taste)
The remainder is optional:
1/3 c additional fruit (such strawberries, mango, pineapple, plums, nectarines, papaya, honeydew, cantaloupe, etc.)
1/4 c yogurt
1 tbsp chia seeds
1 scoop neutral or vanilla flavored protein powder
top with a handful of coconut flakes, granola, nuts, seeds, dried fruit, raisins
For a peach colada add 1 to 2 ounces rum (dark rum, light rum, Malibu)
Blend everything in Vita-Mix, Magic Bullet, or blender until smooth.
Yields: Approximately 12 ounces. Store extra in the freezer and remove from freezer long enough to soften before drinking the leftover portion.
Note: if you are not a ‘coconut person’ or don’t have it on hand, simply use regular milk, cream, vegan milk, nut milk, soy milk, etc.
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So even if shoveling snow is the closest thing you’re doing to an outdoor workout this time of year…
…You could make this, add rum, and transport yourself to your own little happy place.
Not a bad thought on a cold winter day in my opinion.
Excuse me while I go dive in to this.
Then dive into more of this.
Questions:
What beverages are you consuming in abundance lately?
Water, vanilla iced coffee, and smoothies for me.
Hopefully some peach-pina coladas will be in abundance in the near future, too.
Or if you’re feeling a little more wintery or Christmas-season inspired, an Eggnog Chai Smoothie may be just what Santa ordered.
For other smoothie recipes, also check here
What was the last beverage you drank that you really enjoyed?
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That looks really refreshing, makes me wish for a tropical island adventure.
this is tropical delight at its finest! x
thank you and for all your sweet comments you always leave me :)
I could go for one of those right now :) Gorgeous pics! Last drink I enjoyed was probably an iced chai latte.. yumm!
Caramel Apple Spice from Starbucks. It’s a fave.
wrong post…
What?! You asked for last drink I really enjoyed!
so sorry! I was trying to reply to someone else…just came in from the beach and have sand in my eyes apparently :)
ahhh! makes sense now! haha
I am SO jealous of you haha. The pictures are breathtaking! I have been trying my hardest to stick to just water but occasionally I drink seltzer.
I fully enjoyed my peach martini last night. Although I mostly just stick to water. Oh and smoothies! And this looks sooo good. A peach colada sounds goood right now ;)
That looks so refreshing and I’m so jealous of all the fresh fruit you can get there!
I think , despite, the cold weather, I will have to make this smoothie. But what if I added some xantham gum for peaches and coconut cream ice cream?
I am loving tea. I forked of the $$$ for one of them fancy frothers, and I am drinking tea lattes like there’s no tomorrow. I want my money’s worth.
I bet it would make it thick…I don’t tolerate XG or guar gum well so I don’t use them anymore but if you can hang…I bet it’d be great.
This smoothie sounds so fresh and tasty! Love it!
always water and kombucha, plus lots of warm tea these days- loving the celestial holiday ones !
That looks super refreshing….can’t wait until summer to make this!
I had a cup of pumpkin spice coffee with almond milk and extra nutmeg….really enjoyed that!
you are sooooo lucky to be someplace so warm!!!
loving the smoothie :)
I’m currently drinking hot coffee, in pjs on my couch since it’s 30 something outside right now. I’m not sure there could be a better tropical combination than that drink. Delicious!
I really wish it was warm enough here for that too sound like the perfect drink. It’s not quite 30 this morning so coffee is what I’m reaching for ;-) At least the sun is out so I can pretend it’s warmer!
stay warm!!
kiwis & coconut cream taste great together ! gorgeous pics..
yum on your idea & thanks!
Looks like paradise in a glass!! XD