Pina Colada Slush Recipe for a Refreshing Non Alcoholic Tropical Drink

Let’s make this easy frozen drink recipe for summer

You guys, summer is practically begging for a frosty, tropical drink that the whole family can enjoy. This Pina Colada Slush recipe is exactly that. It uses just four ingredients, takes about five minutes to throw together, and then you let the freezer do the hard work. I made this last weekend for a backyard BBQ, and I have to admit I pulled a Sharon and grabbed pineapple tidbits instead of crushed. But you know what? It turned out crazy delicious. My kids couldn’t stop sneaking spoonfuls before I even added the club soda. This non alcoholic version is sweet, creamy, and perfectly slushy. It’s a total crowd pleaser for poolside hangs, playdates, or any hot afternoon.

Ingredients

Here’s what you need for this easy frozen drink. The key is using cream of coconut not coconut milk. They are not the same thing, and cream of coconut gives you that rich, sweet coconut flavor that makes a pina colada taste right. Look for it in the liquor aisle (no alcohol in it, promise).

• Canned pineapple (tidbits or crushed), one 20 oz can works great
• Cream of coconut, about 1/2 cup, or one small can like Coco Lopez
• Pineapple juice, 1 cup, unsweetened is fine
• Club soda, 1 to 2 cups, added just before serving for fizz

That is it. Four simple ingredients that blend into a tropical slushie that tastes like a vacation in a glass.

Directions

Plan ahead because this slush needs a full 24 hours in the freezer. The actual hands on time is super short though.

Step 1

In a high powered blender, combine the canned pineapple (juice and all) with the cream of coconut. Blend until completely smooth. If you use a standard blender, just give it a little extra time. A high speed model like a Vitamix makes it silky in about 30 seconds.

Step 2

Add the pineapple juice to the blender and blend again until well mixed. You want a uniform yellow punch with no streaks of cream of coconut left. Give it a taste and adjust sweetness if needed. Some cream of coconut brands are sweeter than others.

Step 3

Pour the punch into a heavy duty freezer bag. I always double bag to prevent leaks because nobody wants a sticky freezer mess. Set the bag inside a bowl to support it while you pour, then seal it tightly and lay it flat in the freezer.

Step 4

Freeze for about 24 hours. You want it to be scoopable like a sorbet, not a solid block of ice. If you have freezer space, make multiple bags at once so you are ready for parties all summer long.

To serve

When you are ready to serve, take the bag out of the freezer and let it sit at room temperature for 5 to 30 minutes depending on how firm it is. You want it soft enough to squeeze into a pitcher but still very cold. Transfer the frozen punch to a large pitcher, then stir in the club soda just before serving. The soda gives it that perfect slushy fizz. Pour into glasses and garnish with a pineapple wedge, a maraschino cherry, or even a paper umbrella. For a lava flow effect, drizzle a little strawberry puree over the top. If you want an adult version, stir in a splash of white, dark, or spiced rum per glass. Leftovers that have not had club soda added can be refrigerated overnight and then served over ice the next day.

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Tip

Make several batches ahead and keep them in the freezer. They are perfect for summer parties, BBQs, or anytime you need a quick refreshing drink. Just grab a bag, let it soften, add club soda, and you are done. No fuss, no mess, and everyone will think you spent way more time than you actually did.

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🍍 A frosty, tropical slush made with just four ingredients that the whole family can enjoy on hot summer days.
🥥 Creamy, sweet, and perfectly fizzy — tastes like a vacation in a glass without any alcohol.

• Total Time: 24 hours 5 minutes
• Yield: 6 servings

Ingredients

Canned pineapple (tidbits or crushed), one 20 oz can

Cream of coconut, about 1/2 cup

Pineapple juice, 1 cup

Club soda, 1 to 2 cups

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Instructions

1-Blend the mixture: Combine pineapple tidbits, cream of coconut, and sweetener in a blender; blend until smooth, about 1-2 minutes.

2-Freeze: Pour the mixture into a shallow dish and freeze until slushy and semi-frozen, about 4-6 hours.

3-Add club soda: Stir in club soda just before serving to create a fizzy, slushy texture.

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Notes

🍍 Make several batches ahead and keep them in the freezer so you are always ready for summer parties and BBQs.
🥥 Always use cream of coconut, not coconut milk — they are not the same thing and cream of coconut gives the rich, sweet flavor you need.
🍹 For an adult version, stir in a splash of white, dark, or spiced rum per glass just before serving.

• Author: Ruby Bennett
• Prep Time: 5 minutes
• Freeze Time: 24 hours
• Cook Time: 0 minutes
• Category: Drinks
• Method: Freezer
• Cuisine: Tropical
• Diet: Vegan

Nutrition

• Serving Size: 1 glass
• Calories: 180
• Sugar: 35g
• Sodium: 25mg
• Fat: 6g
• Saturated Fat: 5g
• Unsaturated Fat: 1g
• Trans Fat: 0g
• Carbohydrates: 30g
• Fiber: 1g
• Protein: 1g
• Cholesterol: 0mg