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Lava Flow Drink Recipe

4.5 from 142 reviews

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.

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

  1. 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.
  2. 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.
  3. Clean Blender: Rinse or clean the blender thoroughly to prepare for the next layer, ensuring no cross-contamination of flavors.
  4. 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.
  5. 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.
  6. 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