Description
Snowy Pineapple Punch is a refreshing, tropical beverage featuring a creamy blend of crushed pineapple, coconut milk, and pineapple juice with a snowy slushy texture. This easy-to-make punch can be served as a delightful dessert drink or a festive refreshment perfect for parties and warm days.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1 can (15 oz) crushed pineapple, drained
- 1 can (13.5 oz) coconut milk (full-fat for creaminess)
- 1 cup pineapple juice
- 1/2 cup heavy cream or coconut cream (for extra richness)
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar (or to taste)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups ice cubes
- 1/2 cup sparkling water (optional, for fizz)
Garnish
- Fresh pineapple chunks
- Shredded coconut
- Maraschino cherries
Instructions
- Prepare the Pineapple Mixture: In a blender, combine the drained crushed pineapple, coconut milk, pineapple juice, heavy cream or coconut cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract. Blend on high until the mixture is completely smooth and creamy.
- Chill and Thicken: Add the ice cubes into the blender and blend again until the ice is crushed and the drink reaches a slushy, snowy texture. Adjust the consistency by adding more ice for thickness or a bit more pineapple juice if it becomes too thick.
- Optional Fizz: If you like your punch fizzy, gently stir in the sparkling water after blending. Be careful not to blend the sparkling water to keep the bubbles intact.
- Serve: Pour the punch into chilled glasses. Garnish each serving with fresh pineapple chunks, shredded coconut, or maraschino cherries to add a festive and tropical touch.
- Enjoy: Serve immediately and enjoy your cool, creamy, tropical punch with a snowy texture perfect for refreshing any occasion.
Notes
- For a vegan version, use coconut cream instead of heavy cream and ensure the powdered sugar is vegan-friendly.
- Adjust the sweetness by varying the amount of powdered sugar according to your taste.
- Using sparkling water is optional but adds a lively effervescence to the drink.
- To make the punch thicker, add more ice or frozen pineapple chunks during blending.
- Serve immediately to enjoy the optimal snowy texture; this punch does not store well for long periods after adding ice.
