When the weather gets hot, turn to this Skinny Miami Vice Shake to cool off! And because you know your kids are going to want in on the action – I’ve included a kid-friendly version too!
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It is about this time of the year, every year, when I begin to wonder why it is that I live in Sacramento, aka, hotter than heck in June and July.
My family and I are constantly looking for ways to cool off – it’s not a splurge, it’s a necessity.
With temps hitting triple digits this week I decided that it was time for a “treat yo’self” kinda day. And gosh darnit, I did.
If you’re anything like me, this situation may sound familiar….
You’re looking at the drinks menu and having the hardest time deciding what to order…a Pina Colada…or a Strawberry Daiquiri. It’s an age-old dilemma to which the solution is surprisingly easy, and fantastically delicious. The Miami Vice is a cocktail that is sure to please – I mean, who doesn’t like a 2-for-1 situation like this??? (And y’all know that I am a SUCKER for all things pina colada!)
I decided to give the classic cocktail a bit of a milkshake twist but didn’t want to blow the calorie budget, if you know what I mean. I used Almond Breeze Vanilla Almond Coconut Milk for the “milk” in the shake and instead of ice cream, used a frozen banana. At just 45 calories per serving, this is my favorite Almond Breeze yet! The fruit and juice give plenty of sweetness to this shake so you’re definitely not missing out.
Now, because my boys are constantly breathing down my neck when I’m in the kitchen blending away, I knew a kid-friendly version was in order. I used rum extract for delicious flavor. Now everyone can cool off with a Skinny Miami Vice Shake together!
I used my trusty Ninja blender for all the magic here today. It’s super powerful and is able to blend all the frozen fruit together without any difficulty. Please feel free to add additional frozen fruit if you want a thicker shake, or more Almond Breeze to thin it out.
Top with an umbrella and some fresh strawberries and pineapple wedges for a festive flair – perfect for summer!
Make up a batch of pina colada fudge and strawberry daiquiri fudge to enjoy with your shake!
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Skinny Miami Vice Shake
Ingredients
Pina Colada
- 1 banana sliced and frozen
- 1/2 cup frozen pineapple
- 1/2 cup Almond Breeze Vanilla Almond Coconut
- 1/2 cup pineapple juice
- 1/2 tsp coconut extract
- 1/2 tsp rum extract
- 1 cup ice
Strawberry Daiquiri
- 1 banana sliced and frozen
- 1 cup frozen strawberries
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp lime juice
- 1/2 cup Almond Breeze Vanilla Almond Coconut
- 1/2 tsp rum extract
- 1 cup ice
Instructions
Pina Colada
- Combine all ingredients in a blender and blend until smooth.
- If the mixture is too thick, add some more almondmilk. If it is too thin, add some more frozen fruit.
Strawberry Daiquiri
- Combine all ingredients in a blender and blend until smooth.
- If the mixture is too thick, add some more almondmilk. If it is too thin, add some more frozen fruit.
- Pour both shakes into a glass at the same time or layer one on top of the other.
Nutrition
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anna says
Saw this on your smoothie list and the drink looked so pretty. I am wishing for summer time again.
Lauren @ Hall Nesting says
How have I never heard of this?! I need one by the pool stat!
Meg @ With Salt and Wit says
This make me want to go sit on a beach!
Lori @ RecipeGirl says
Such a fun summer recipe!
Amanda | The Chunky Chef says
Oh my lord, these would be perfect on the HOT days here 🙂
Julia says
This is a beautiful summer drink! I love how bright and festive it is!
Amy Stafford says
This has to be one of the prettiest smoothies I have ever seen!
Shelley @ Two Healthy Kitchens says
I love this two-for-one idea … such a perfectly refreshing combo for a hot summer day! Plus, it’s great that you included a kid-friendly version to save me the hassle of figuring out what other drink to make for the kids! 😀
Sharon @ What the Fork Food Blog says
A great drink for this summer! I can taste it now!
Trish - Mom On Timeout says
Thanks Sharon! So yummy!
Ginny McMeans says
I’m in for this one – 100%. Looks and sounds so delicious!
Trish - Mom On Timeout says
Thanks Ginny!
Michelle De La Cerda says
Fun treat for the whole family! We will get a lot of use out of this recipe this summer.
Trish - Mom On Timeout says
Absolutely Michelle! Super easy to make this a kid-friendly treat!
Kimberly @ The Daring Gourmet says
Ah, that’s the perfect thing to enjoy on a hot day!
Trish - Mom On Timeout says
Nice and cool and refreshing Kimberly! We loved it!
Sandi (@fearless_dining) says
This summer does seem hot. This cold smoothie is perfect to cool off with.
Trish - Mom On Timeout says
It sure is! Thanks Sandi!
Laura at I Heart Naptime says
This looks so perfectly refreshing for these crazy hot days we’re having! Yum!
Trish - Mom On Timeout says
Yay! So glad you like it Laura!
Jessica - The Novice Chef says
I need to be on the beach with one of these in my hand… STAT!
Trish - Mom On Timeout says
Right Jessica? Let’s make that happen!