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This frosty Ocean Love Colada Frappuccino brings together tropical flavors and a dreamy blue hue for a drink that makes any regular afternoon feel like a beach vacation The color is seriously eye catching and the creamy pineapple coconut combo is pure summer in a glass
My niece asks for this every time she visits because it feels like a treat from a fancy café and I love how it gets everyone smiling Its become a birthday breakfast tradition around here
Ingredients
- Frozen pineapple chunks: This brings the sweet tropical base Use ones with no added sugar for the purest flavor
- Canned coconut milk: Full fat coconut milk gives incredible creaminess Look for brands with thick cream on top
- Whole milk or plant milk: This thins the mixture for sipping Almond or oat milk works well for a dairy free version
- Cream of coconut: This ingredient is essential for bold coconut flavor and extra sweetness Use brands from the cocktail section not plain coconut milk
- Sugar or honey: Add as much as you prefer I go light to let the fruit shine
- Vanilla extract: Just a splash rounds out the flavors and smells dreamy
- Blue food coloring or spirulina: For the blue ocean look Start with a tiny bit and add to adjust
- Ice: Helps with the thick frosty texture
- Whipped cream: Makes it extra decadent and fun for serving
- Blue sugar crystals or shredded coconut: Either garnish adds a gorgeous finishing touch Pick up decorative sugar in the baking aisle or shred fresh coconut yourself for extra flair
Instructions
- Blend The Base:
- Add the pineapple coconut milk regular milk cream of coconut vanilla sweetener and ice into a high powered blender Blend for two minutes until totally smooth and you see no chunks This should look creamy and pale yellow
- Create The Ocean Hue:
- Add just a small dot of blue food coloring or a pinch of spirulina Pulse to combine and check the shade Add more blue until you reach your favorite ocean tone swirling the drink between pulses Go for a light seafoam blue or a deeper turquoise
- Assemble The Frappuccinos:
- Pour the gorgeous blue mixture evenly into two tall clear glasses for best effect These should be filled to the brim
- Top It Off:
- Crown each glass with a generous swirl of whipped cream Add blue sugar or coconut flakes on top for a wave effect that makes these look café-worthy
- Serve Immediately:
- Pop a bright straw in each glass and serve right away while frosty The garnish will stay fluffy if you serve without delay
My favorite part is picking the perfect blue shade Some days I go for a subtle aqua and other times I amp it up to bold turquoise My family loves guessing what color they will get and it sparks laughs every time
Making It Ahead
This drink keeps its best slushy character if you blend just before serving If timing is tight make a batch up to a day in advance but hold the ice and food coloring until right before you want to serve Blend again with ice and add your blue so it looks and tastes freshly made
Swapping Ingredients
No pineapple Use frozen mango or a little banana blended in for another take on tropical flavor Feel free to use more sweetened coconut milk if you cannot find cream of coconut or add extra sugar if needed
Serving Ideas
This frappuccino is perfect for birthdays summer brunches or days that need something special I love serving it with fruit kabobs pancakes or even coconut macaroons If you want to turn it into a cocktail add coconut rum and blend for a grownup treat everyone will remember
Tropical Drink Traditions
Inspired by classic piña colada from Puerto Rico this drink puts a playful pastel blue spin borrowed from Japanese ocean soda floats Children and adults look forward to guessing each day’s color and everyone loves the first cold sip as a moment of fun
Seasonal Adaptations
Swap pineapple for mango or peaches in summer For a winter version use canned tropical fruit and keep the blue tone for a splash of sunshine at home Top with festive sprinkles or coconut dyed a different hue for themed parties
Kids and adults always ask for this again after trying it at my house Guest after guest has snapped photos of their drinks before the first sip Even picky eaters are won over by the sweet fruit base and creamy texture
Common Questions About Recipes
- → How does the frappuccino get its blue color?
The stunning blue shade comes from a small amount of blue food coloring or natural spirulina. Start with a little and increase for a deeper tone.
- → Can I use dairy-free milk in this drink?
Absolutely! Almond, oat, or any plant-based milk will work well for a creamy, non-dairy version.
- → Is there a substitute for cream of coconut?
If cream of coconut is unavailable, sweetened condensed coconut milk or extra sweetened coconut milk with added sugar can be used instead.
- → How can I make the texture thicker?
Add more ice or increase the amount of frozen pineapple to achieve a frostier, thicker drink.
- → What are some topping options?
Try whipped cream, blue sugar crystals, shredded coconut, or even a fresh pineapple wedge for extra flair.
- → Why is this drink best served fresh?
Fresh blending keeps the texture smooth, thick, and frosty. Serving immediately preserves the creamy consistency and garnish.