Easy Pineapple Smoothie

Start your morning off right with this quick and easy pineapple smoothie. It requires only five ingredients and can be ready in about 5 minutes. 

It’s the perfect mix of sweet and tangy flavors and has a delightful, creamy consistency. Plus, it’s pretty good for you!

It calls for real fruit, yogurt, and pineapple juice. That’s it! You don’t have to add syrup, sugar, or other sweeteners.  

It’s a tropical treat, and it’s relatively low in fat and calories. Plus, it’s high in vitamins. So grab your blender and give the pineapple smoothie a try. 

Pineapple Smoothie

Pineapple smoothies are juicy, sweet, tropical, and delicious. They make an excellent breakfast but are perfect for a mid-day snack.

They’re those rushed days when you need something easy and on the go.

This recipe lets The whole family enjoy a little sip of tropical pineapple heaven. If your blender is big enough, double it to make enough for two people. 

Ingredients

Here’s what you need to make this smoothie:

• Frozen fruit – This recipe calls for a cup of frozen mango, a cup of pineapple chunks, and a frozen banana. You can purchase pre-frozen mango and pineapple chunks or slice and freeze your own. These ingredients give the smoothie its sweet, fruity taste. 

• Yogurt – Use a half cup of plain or vanilla yogurt for the best taste. Some people substitute canned coconut milk instead. However, yogurt will give the smoothie the creamiest texture. 

• Pineapple juice – Without liquid, your smoothie will be too thick and difficult to drink. Pineapple juice thins the smoothie without dulling its fruity taste. 

How to Make a Pineapple Smoothie 

There’s only one step to making this delicious pineapple smoothie. 

1. Toss the ingredients in the blender and blend. 

That’s it. That’s all you’ll do. You should already have the fruit pre-cut (since it needs to be frozen). 

Pull it out of the freezer and blend it with some pineapple juice and yogurt. Once it’s smooth, pour it into your glass and enjoy! 

Tips & Tricks 

Keep these tips in mind for the best smoothie: 

• Don’t be cheap! Invest in a high-powered blender. A high-powered blender is a must if you make lots of smoothies. They can effectively chop through the fruit for uniform smoothness.

• Stick to frozen fruit. It works best and will ensure the smoothie is as cold as possible. 

• Add the juice and yogurt first. My smoothies are always creamier when I add these ingredients before the fruit. 

• Customize your smoothie. Adjust the consistency as needed. For too-thin smoothies, add more frozen fruit. If your smoothie is too thick, add more juice instead. 

• Serve it in a bowl. Smoothies are great on-the-go meal options. However, if you have the time, why not serve the smoothie in a bowl with all your favorite toppings?

• Add a garnish for aesthetics. Mint leaves work well for this purpose. Pineapple slices do, too. 

Variations 

This pineapple smoothie is pretty awesome as is. But here are a few variations you can try if you want to mix things up a bit: 

• Sweeten it up. Add honey, agave nectar, or maple syrup to sweeten the smoothie.  

• Lighten the load. Use light coconut milk instead of yogurt for a lighter smoothie. 

• Add vanilla. Vanilla doesn’t sweeten the recipe. However, it makes it richer and more delicious. It highlights the pineapple, too. 

• Mix in some add-ins. Mix in some spinach or kale for extra nutrients. You can also add protein powder, chia or flax seeds, or a handful of your favorite berries. 

How to Store 

Smoothies taste best when consumed fresh. However, you can still store or freeze your leftovers. You can meal prep for smoothies, too! Here’s how:

To Meal Prep:

1. Cut and measure the fruit*. 
2. Place all of the fruit into a freezer-safe Ziploc bag.
3. Freeze it.

*Note: Don’t worry about the banana turning brown, as that shouldn’t happen in the freezer. And if it does, it simply means your smoothie will be sweeter. 

When you want to prepare the smoothie, grab the bag of fruit from the freezer. Dump it into the blender, then add the pineapple juice and yogurt. 

Then, blend it until everything is smooth and creamy.

To Store:

Transfer your leftovers to a sealed container. A stainless steel water bottle is excellent, but you can also use a Mason jar. 

Place the container in the fridge for up to 24 hours. When you get ready to drink the smoothie, shake it vigorously first. This will reincorporate any ingredients that may have separated. 

To Freeze:

Pour the smoothie into a freezer-safe container and freeze it for up to a month. Let it thaw in the fridge overnight when you’re ready to serve it. 

Shake it immediately before serving it. (Again, this will reincorporate any separated ingredients.)