Banana Colada Recipe

Learn how to make the best homemade Banana Colada with this easy mocktail recipe. This creamy, tropical alcohol-free drink combines fresh banana, coconut cream, and pineapple juice for a vacation-worthy virgin cocktail that's perfect for summer parties or any time you crave a taste of the tropics!

Difficulty:

Beginner

Prep Time:

10 mins

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Serves:

2 mocktails

Ingredients

<ul class="ingredients-main-list"><li class="ingredients-single-item">2 ripe bananas, peeled and sliced</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">200ml coconut cream</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">100ml pineapple juice (fresh if possible)</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">30ml fresh lime juice</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">15ml vanilla syrup (or 10ml simple syrup and ¼ tsp vanilla extract)</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">200g ice cubes plus extra for serving</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">2 tbsp toasted coconut flakes, for garnish</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">Fresh banana slices and pineapple wedges, for garnish</li></ul>

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Equipment

<ul class="equipment-main-list"><li class="equipment-single-item">Blender</li><li class="equipment-single-item">Hurricane or highball glasses</li><li class="equipment-single-item">Measuring jigger</li></ul>

Directions

<ol class="no-list-style"><li class="MethodStepper"><h4 class="step-title">Step 1</h4>Chill your serving glasses in the freezer for at least 15 minutes. This crucial step ensures your Banana Colada stays perfectly cold and creates that wonderful frosty exterior that enhances the tropical experience.</li><li class="MethodStepper"><h4 class="step-title">Step 2</h4>Add the sliced bananas, coconut cream, pineapple juice, lime juice, and vanilla syrup to your blender. The lime juice adds necessary acidity that balances the sweetness while helping to preserve the bright color of the bananas.</li><li class="MethodStepper"><h4 class="step-title">Step 3</h4>Add the ice to the blender and blend on high speed for 30-45 seconds until completely smooth and creamy. The consistency should be thick enough to coat the back of a spoon but still pourable – if too thick, add 1-2 tablespoons of cold water and pulse briefly.</li><li class="MethodStepper"><h4 class="step-title">Step 4</h4>Remove your chilled glasses from the freezer and fill them with the banana colada mixture. Pour slowly to create a beautiful, creamy presentation with a slight dome on top.</li><li class="MethodStepper"><h4 class="step-title">Step 5</h4>Garnish each glass with a sprinkle of toasted coconut flakes, which add a contrasting crunch and nutty flavor dimension. Position a fresh banana slice and pineapple wedge on the rim of each glass for visual appeal and additional fruity aroma.</li><li class="MethodStepper"><h4 class="step-title">Step 6</h4>Serve immediately with colorful straws. The Banana Colada is best enjoyed fresh when the texture is at its creamiest and the flavors most vibrant. For an extra special presentation, you could drizzle a small amount of passion fruit pulp on top for a beautiful color contrast.</li></ol>

FAQs

Find answers to your most pressing questions about this delicious recipe right here.

What ingredients are used in Banana Colada Recipe?

The Banana Colada Recipe calls for ripe bananas, coconut cream, pineapple juice, lime juice, vanilla syrup, ice cubes, toasted coconut flakes for garnish, and fresh banana slices and pineapple wedges to decorate the glass.

How to make Banana Colada Recipe at home?

Learn how to make Banana Colada Recipe at home by blending ripe bananas with coconut cream, pineapple juice, lime juice, vanilla syrup, and ice until smooth and creamy. Pour into chilled glasses and garnish with toasted coconut flakes, banana slices, and pineapple wedges for a tropical non-alcoholic treat that takes just 10 minutes to prepare.

Can I make this tropical mocktail ahead of time for a party?

You can prepare the base mixture up to 2 hours in advance and store in the refrigerator, but the texture is best when freshly blended. Just before serving, give it a quick pulse in the blender with some fresh ice to restore the creamy consistency.

What's the best coconut cream to use in creamy tropical mocktails?

For creamiest results, choose full-fat coconut cream (not coconut milk) in tins. Brands like Kara or Thai Kitchen work brilliantly. Shake well before opening as separation is natural, and refrigerate the tin for a few hours for extra thickness.

How can I make this mocktail less sweet but still flavourful?

Reduce sweetness while maintaining flavour by using slightly less ripe bananas, reducing or omitting the vanilla syrup, increasing lime juice to 45ml, and using unsweetened coconut cream. You could also add a dash of coconut water to dilute without losing tropical notes.

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