Banana Colada Smoothies – all the flavors of a pina colada, with the delicious addition of banana, in a tasty treat the whole family can enjoy!
Have I mentioned that I have a family of sweet tooths? I guess it should come as no surprise, really…I have a pretty powerful sweet tooth, myself, and it doesn’t help that every other day I am making a new treat to share with all of you! The only good news? At least all the treats I’m making aren’t going to waste….! Nope – we eat every last one of them!
Which is why, every now and then, I need to find new ways to satisfy the needs of my sweet tooth family without completely ignoring our health! One of our favorite {healthy} sweet treats? Smoothies! I love making smoothies because they are perfect for breakfast, lunch, or afternoon snack, they can be shared by everyone, and the flavor possibilities are endless! So much fun for someone like me, who loves to fiddle with flavors!
Since my kids have recently discovered a love for coconut, I’ve been adding it to more and more of our sweet treats. And when you think of coconut, you naturally think of pineapple. And then your mind wanders to other tropical fruits, and after considering a few, you settle on pineapple. And there you have it! A Banana Colada Smoothie. Just as delicious and refreshing as the real deal, and something the whole family can enjoy together! Especially this family of sweet tooths.
Banana Colada Smoothie
Banana Colada Smoothies - all the flavors of a pina colada, with the delicious addition of banana, in a tasty treat the whole family can enjoy!
Prep Time 5 minutes
Servings 2
Calories 359 kcal
Ingredients
- 1 cup frozen banana, cut into 1 inch pieces
- 1 cup frozen pineapple
- 1/2 cup coconut milk
- 1/2 cup pineapple juice
- 2 Tbsp. shredded coconut
Instructions
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Combine all ingredients and blend until smooth.
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Garnish with additional shredded coconut as desired.
Nutrition Facts
Banana Colada Smoothie
Amount Per Serving
Calories 359
Calories from Fat 153
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 17g
26%
Saturated Fat 15g
75%
Sodium 49mg
2%
Potassium 748mg
21%
Total Carbohydrates 53g
18%
Dietary Fiber 4g
16%
Sugars 34g
Protein 3g
6%
Vitamin A
2.4%
Vitamin C
67.9%
Calcium
3.5%
Iron
16%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
Eric Pepple says
Oh man this sounds delicious and refreshing! Thanks for sharing 🙂
Happy Blogging!
Happy Valley Chow
Melissa @ My Recent Favorite Books says
These look delicious! =)
Lizbeth McGow says
Hi Cathy! I agree with you, when I make smoothies very rarely I add alcohol to them for my kids to enjoy! I also have a Banana Colada smoothie as well..lol..guess brilliant minds think alike…if you want to check it out visit my blog and check the post 15 Delicious Summer-Spring Drinks, it will take you to my Banana Colada smoothie and a couple more! Thanks for sharing, looks yummy!
Lizy @http://justdipitinchocolate.blogspot.com/
Tanya-Lemonsforlulu.com says
Yeah! I an recipe for my new blender! I’m totally into the smoothies lately and I think I will certainly enjoy this! I’ll be making big batches as I’m sure my whole family will love them!
Dorothy @ Crazy for Crust says
This is awesome! I am SO making this. Smoothies are my new fav. Then I follow them with cookies. 😉
Kelly Miller says
Oh my word, Cathy. I need one of these TODAY!
At The Picket Fence says
Oh my word that sounds soooo yummy!! Totally going to make this and so appreciate you sharing it at the Fun in the Sun linky party! 🙂
Vanessa
P.S. We will be featuring this on FB today!
Lisa Longley says
Looks delicious Cathy!! Have you tried the coconut crisps at TJ’s?? OMG. Don’t. They are super addictive.
aka Bailey says
Mmmm this sounds so good! I should buy more frozen fruit to use for smoothies, I know I’d drink them more often if I had ready-to-go frozen fruit. Great recipe 🙂
xox
Bailey
http://akabailey.blogspot.com
Ivy and Elephants says
Wow this looks so delish. I know my kids will love this. This is such an awesome post. I would love it if you would share this post at our WIW linky party. Hope you can join us!
Paula
ivyandelephants.blogspot.com
Allie says
Thanks for sharing this it looks absolutely delish! I’m in love with all thing coconut like the coconut cream pie milkshake from sonic… I think this will be a lot better for me 🙂 can’t wait to try it
[email protected] says
oh does this look SO yummy!!!! 🙂
lifeloveandsugar.com says
I love smoothies and anything banana/tropical flavored! These smoothies sound awesome!
Kim Vealey says
This sounds like love in a cup; great flavor combination! Saw it on Mop It Up Monday ~ pinning!
Kim @ *Soliloquy Of Food & Such*
Ochi Bernadas says
Hi, I’m a new follower from the weekend hop. That sure looks delicious! I love the addition of coconut!
I’d love it if you can follow me back 🙂
xoxo
ochibernadas.blogspot.com
Ellya Brill says
Must try this out. I am your newest follower. Would be much appreciated if you follow me back.
Pinning this.
Thank you,
Ellya
@CuriositaEllya
Amber *SaltTree* says
I want that in my tummy right now lol. It looks delicious and refreshing! Going on my to-do list! Thanks for linking up at the SaltTree Social!
Trish - Mom On Timeout says
My boys would love this smoothie – and so would I! Pinning 🙂
Ruthie Knudsen says
I LOVE smoothies… looks refreshing and delicious! Thanks so much for coming to share at Super Saturday Show & Tell… you’ve been Featured! Come on over and grab a button. Love to have you share again- http://www.whatscookingwithruthie.com Have a fabulous weekend! xoxo ~Ruthie