Name: Lava Flow Drink Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 10 min
Cuisine: Tropical
Ingredients: ½ cup frozen strawberries; 1 ounce pineapple juice; 1 ounce half and half; 2 ounces pineapple juice; 3 ounces cream of coconut; ½ banana; 1 cup ice; Fresh pineapple slices; Fresh strawberries

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Introduction

The Lava Flow Drink is a tropical delight that combines the sweet flavors of strawberries, pineapple, and coconut into a creamy, refreshing beverage. Perfect for warm days or as a fun party treat, this layered smoothie looks as stunning as it tastes.

A clear glass filled with a two-layer smoothie, the bottom layer is pale pink with a creamy texture, and the top layer is darker pink with a slightly frothy texture, blending gently in some areas. On the rim of the glass, there is a bright yellow triangular slice of pineapple with green edges, and a fresh red strawberry attached to it. The glass sits on a round white marbled surface with scattered pieces of pineapple and halved strawberries around it. In the background, there is a second similar glass slightly blurred, and a soft light blue backdrop. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

½ cup frozen strawberries
3 ounces pineapple juice (divided)
1 ounce half and half
3 ounces cream of coconut
½ banana
1 cup ice
Fresh pineapple (for garnish)
Fresh strawberries (for garnish)

Instructions

Step 1: In a blender, combine the frozen strawberries, 1 ounce of pineapple juice, and half and half. Blend until smooth.
Step 2: Pour the strawberry mixture into a glass, or divide evenly into multiple glasses if preparing more than one serving.
Step 3: Rinse the blender thoroughly. Add the remaining pineapple juice, cream of coconut, banana, and ice. Blend until smooth.
Step 4: Slowly pour the pineapple mixture into the glass over the strawberry layer to create a layered effect.
Step 5: Garnish with fresh pineapple and strawberries as desired, then serve immediately.

Tips & Variations

For an adult version, add a splash of rum to the pineapple mixture before blending.
Use coconut milk instead of half and half for a dairy-free option.
Add a handful of spinach to the pineapple blend for a subtle green boost without changing the flavor much.

Storage

This drink is best enjoyed fresh for optimal texture and flavor. If you need to store it, keep it in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours in an airtight container and stir gently before drinking. Re-blending is recommended if the layers separate.

How to Serve

Two clear glasses filled with a pink and white frothy drink sit on a white marbled surface. Each glass has a layer of light pink foam on top, blending softly with white froth. A fresh red strawberry with green leaves is placed on the rim of each glass, alongside a wedge of bright yellow pineapple with green edges. Surrounding the glasses are more cut pieces of pineapple and whole and sliced strawberries scattered on the white marbled surface, with part of a pineapple visible at the corner. The scene is bright and fresh. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use fresh strawberries instead of frozen?

Yes, but frozen strawberries help create a thicker, cooler texture. If using fresh, you might want to add some ice to achieve the same consistency.

What is cream of coconut, and can I substitute it?

Cream of coconut is a sweetened coconut product often used in tropical drinks. If you don’t have it, you can substitute with coconut milk and a little sugar or simple syrup to taste, but the drink may be less rich and sweet.

Lava Flow Drink Recipe

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A tropical and refreshing Lava Flow Drink that layers sweet strawberries, creamy coconut, and pineapple flavors into a visually stunning and delicious smoothie cocktail. Perfect for summer gatherings or a vibrant, fruity treat.

Author: Ruby
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Total Time: 10 minutes
Yield: 1 serving 1x
Category: Beverage
Method: Blending
Cuisine: Tropical
Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

Scale

Strawberry Layer

½ cup frozen strawberries
1 ounce pineapple juice
1 ounce half and half

Pineapple Coconut Layer

2 ounces pineapple juice
3 ounces cream of coconut
½ banana
1 cup ice

Garnish

Fresh pineapple slices
Fresh strawberries

Instructions

Prepare the Strawberry Layer: In a blender, combine the frozen strawberries, 1 ounce of pineapple juice, and half and half. Blend until completely smooth to create a thick, vibrant strawberry puree.
Pour Strawberry Mixture: Pour the blended strawberry mixture into a serving glass. If making multiple servings, divide the mixture evenly among the glasses. This forms the base layer of the drink.
Clean Blender: Rinse or clean the blender thoroughly to prepare for the next layer, ensuring no cross-contamination of flavors.
Prepare Pineapple Coconut Layer: Add the remaining 2 ounces of pineapple juice, cream of coconut, banana, and ice to the clean blender. Blend until smooth to form a creamy, tropical mixture.
Combine Layers: Slowly pour the pineapple coconut mixture over the strawberry layer in the glass. This creates the iconic lava flow effect as the layers blend visually but remain distinct.
Garnish and Serve: Garnish the drink with fresh pineapple slices and fresh strawberries to enhance the tropical theme and add a fresh fruity touch. Serve immediately and enjoy.

Notes

Use frozen strawberries to achieve a thick and frosty texture without diluting the flavor.
Adjust the sweetness by varying the amount of cream of coconut or pineapple juice according to taste.
The half and half can be substituted with coconut milk or almond milk for a dairy-free version, although it might alter the creaminess slightly.
For a boozy version, add a shot of rum or vodka to the pineapple coconut layer before blending.
Serve immediately to enjoy the best texture and layered visual effect.

Keywords: lava flow, tropical drink, strawberry smoothie, coconut pineapple, layered drink, summer beverage, creamy drink