This cherry pineapple coconut smoothie is a bright, tropical blend with sweet cherries, sunny pineapple, creamy coconut milk, and a little banana for body. It has a pretty pink color, a refreshing fruit-forward flavor, and enough creaminess from Greek yogurt to make it feel special without being fussy. Blend it for a quick breakfast, a colorful afternoon snack, or a cheerful sip to enjoy on a warm day.
Ingredients
- 1 cup frozen sweet cherries, pitted
- 3/4 cup pineapple chunks, fresh or frozen
- 1/2 medium banana
- 3/4 cup canned light coconut milk or refrigerated coconut milk
- 1/3 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 to 2 teaspoons honey or maple syrup, optional
- 1/2 cup ice, optional, for a frostier smoothie
Frozen cherries make this smoothie thick and cold, while pineapple brings a juicy tropical pop. If you use frozen pineapple too, you may want to add an extra splash of coconut milk to keep the blender moving.
How To Make It
Add the coconut milk to the blender first. This helps the blades catch the fruit more easily and makes blending smoother. Add the Greek yogurt, banana, cherries, pineapple, and honey if you want a sweeter finish.
Blend on high until the mixture looks creamy and fully combined, about 30 to 60 seconds. Stop and scrape down the sides if needed. If the smoothie is too thick, add coconut milk 1 tablespoon at a time until it reaches your favorite sipping texture. If it is thinner than you like, add a few extra frozen cherries or a handful of ice and blend again.
Pour into one large glass or two smaller glasses. For a pretty Pinterest-style finish, top with a pineapple wedge, a few chopped cherries, or a sprinkle of unsweetened coconut flakes.
Tips
For the best color, use dark sweet cherries rather than tart red cherries. They give the smoothie a richer pink-purple shade and a naturally sweet flavor that pairs beautifully with pineapple.
Use plain Greek yogurt if you like a balanced flavor, or vanilla Greek yogurt for a dessert-like twist. If your fruit is very ripe and sweet, skip the honey or maple syrup and taste before adding any sweetener.
To make it extra creamy, use canned coconut milk and a frozen banana. For a lighter, more refreshing version, use refrigerated coconut milk and keep the ice. You can also pour the smoothie into popsicle molds for a fun frozen treat.
If prepping ahead, portion the cherries, pineapple, and banana into a freezer bag. When ready to blend, add the frozen fruit to the blender with coconut milk and yogurt.
Bright, creamy, and full of sunny fruit flavor, this smoothie is ready to make your day more colorful!