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The Perfect Pink Pineapple Shake: A Tropical Delight

This pink pineapple shake is made with cherry juice, coconut milk, and fresh yellow or pink pineapple. Make it a boozy shake by adding Chambord liqueur. 

Pink Pineapples

I always thought there should be pink pineapples, and I was overjoyed to find they exist! Instead of cutting into a pineapple and seeing the sunny yellow color, I always thought it could be pink. Having a snack bowl of yellow and pink pineapples would be so interesting! Now, it is possible with Pinkglow pineapples.

Where to Buy Pine Pineapples for a Pink Pineapple Shake

Pink pineapples are rare but can be found at some grocery stores and occasionally at Costco. You can also find them at smaller grocery stores and fruit stands that sell specialty foods. Additionally, they can be purchased online at Tropical Fruit Box (and other online sources). They are sold without a spiky crown because the grower keeps it to grow a new pineapple plant. These pineapples are pricier than yellow pineapples because they are rare. However, I purchased one at a fruit stand for $10. In time, as they become more plentiful, the price will go down.

Cherry Pink Pineapple Shake

Making a Pink Pineapple Shake

This shake can be made with or without pink pineapples because it gets its color from the cherry juice. However, if you prefer to omit the cherry flavor, try making the shake with pink pineapple instead of yellow for a pretty yet subtle natural pink color.

Pink Pineapple Shake

What Gives Pink Pineapples Their Color?

Pink pineapples have been genetically modified to contain more lycopene and beta-carotene than yellow pineapples. Lycopene is a red pigment in red foods such as watermelons, pomegranates, tomatoes, pink grapefruits, and red bell peppers. It is an antioxidant that improves heart health. Beta-carotene is found in foods such as carrots and sweet potatoes. It converts to vitamin A in the body and is essential for eye health and cognitive and memory function.

Pink Pineapple Shake

What Do Pink Pineapples Taste Like?

Pink pineapples taste just like yellow pineapples. Although modified for color, the taste did not change. Some people say they are sweeter, but I didn’t notice a difference when I tried it.

Pink Pineapple Shake

Create a Boozy Pink Pineapple Shake

For a spirited shake, add Chambord liqueur. The recipe lists an amount of Chambord; however, add more or less to suit your taste.

Pink Pineapple Shake

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Pink Pineapple Shake

Pink pineapple cherry shake with a boozy option
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 0 minutes
0 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Course Anytime, Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 2
Calories 715 kcal

Equipment

  • blender

Ingredients
  

  • ½ cup coconut milk from a carton (another milk can be substituted)
  • ½ cup fresh pink or yellow pineapple
  • 4-5 cups vanilla ice cream (heaping)
  • 4 tablespoons maraschino cherry juice (see notes below for frozen cherry substitution)
  • 1 tablespoon cream of coconut* (mixed well)
  • pineapple for garnish
  • maraschino cherries for garnish (or substitute fresh cherries)
  • 1-2 ounces Chambord liqueur (optional) (use for a boozy shake)

Instructions
 

  • Blend milk and pineapple together in a blender until smooth. Add ice cream, cherry juice, cream of coconut, and Chambord if using alcohol. Blend until creamy.
  • Garnish with pineapple and cherries.

Notes

Cream of Coconut Source

*This recipe uses Coco Real Cream of Coconut. It separates and should be stirred well to remix before adding it to a recipe.

Maraschino Cherry Substitutes

To make this shake without maraschino cherry juice, substitute 1/3 cup frozen pitted cherries. This usually turns the shake a purple-pink color instead of bright pink.  Other options for pink color include cranberry juice and pomegranate juice.

Nutrition

Calories: 715kcalCarbohydrates: 99gProtein: 9gFat: 32gSaturated Fat: 20gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 116mgSodium: 216mgPotassium: 570mgFiber: 3gSugar: 91gVitamin A: 1135IUVitamin C: 21mgCalcium: 368mgIron: 0.4mg
Keyword cherry pineapple shake, pineapple milkshake, pink pineapple shake
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