This 5-minute pina colada inspired breakfast smoothie is made with just a few simple ingredients including Greek yogurt (landing this smoothie at over 20 grams of protein, no protein powder required!), frozen pineapple, and creamy coconut milk for the ultimate tropical vibe. With the addition of fiber-rich chia seeds it’s the perfect blood-sugar balancing blend to keep you full and satisfied! 

A creamy pineapple smoothie in a tall glass with a glass straw, garnished with a pineapple wedge and leaf, sits on a pink saucer. A whole pineapple and plate of pineapple slices are blurred in the background.

If you’re craving those vacation vibes but can’t just hop on a plane, this easy pina colada smoothie is the next best thing (you’ll also love my Spicy mango pineapple smoothie with Greek yogurt). I first made this shake when I was visiting my sister in Hawaii and it’s been my go to when I’m craving something tropical ever since. 

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Over my years as a dietitian something I’ve heard on repeat is that smoothies aren’t filling. Let’s fix that with my signature PFF combo (protein, fat, fiber) that I make sure to include in all my nutritious smoothie recipes that are great options for breakfast so I’m not feeling snacky 30 minutes later.

A banana, a bowl of yogurt, a bowl of coconut flakes, a bowl of milk, a plate with pineapple chunks, and a small bowl of chia seeds are arranged on a white surface.

Don’t skip these ingredients!

This smoothie isn’t just delicious, it’s thoughtfully built to hit the perfect mix of flavor, texture, and nourishment. 

Frozen Pineapple: Pineapple brings that unmistakable pina colada flavor to this recipe. I always use frozen pineapple here to give it that cold, slushy-like texture of a classic Pina Colada. 

Coconut milk: I typically just use whatever milk I have on hand for smoothies, but I tested this one with 2% dairy milk and then coconut milk, and holy, the coconut milk makes all the difference to mimic that pina colada flavor! Plus, the extra fat in the coconut milk makes it more satiating (fat slows the rate your stomach empties, keeping you full longer!) As far as type of coconut milk, I like using beverage-style coconut milk for this one.

Greek yogurt: This is what gives this smoothie staying power. It thickens things up while delivering an 18 gram protein boost per 3/4 cup used in this recipe!

Chia seeds: These tiny seeds help to thicken up this smoothie, without them I found it was a bit too watery. They’re also rich in soluble fiber to help fill you up and keep blood sugars (aka energy) stable. And bonus, they are a great source of anti-inflammatory Omega-3s!

A creamy smoothie in a ribbed glass with a glass straw, topped with shredded coconut, a pineapple slice, and a pineapple leaf garnish. The drink sits on a round plate, with extra pineapple pieces in the background.

Your Smoothie Game Plan

Making this smoothie is easy as 1-2-3:

A close-up view from above of a blender containing a banana, pineapple chunks, shredded coconut, chia seeds, and yogurt, ready to be blended.

Step 1: Toss everything into a blender.

A top-down view of a blender containing a creamy, pale mixture being blended into a smooth, thick consistency with a visible vortex in the center.

Step 2: Blend until smooth and creamy.

A creamy drink topped with shredded coconut and garnished with a pineapple slice and leaf, served with a glass straw. In the background, there are pineapple wedges and a small bowl of shredded coconut.

Step 3: Pour, sip, and imagine you’re on a beach relaxing. Enjoy!

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A creamy pineapple smoothie in a tall glass with a glass straw, garnished with a pineapple wedge and leaf, sits on a pink saucer. A whole pineapple and plate of pineapple slices are blurred in the background.

Pina Colada Protein Smoothie with Pineapple

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  • Author: Lindsay Pleskot
  • Prep Time: 5
  • Cook Time: n/a
  • Total Time: 5 Minutes
  • Yield: 1 1x
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Blended
  • Cuisine: north american
  • Diet: Vegetarian
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Description

This 5-minute pina colada inspired breakfast smoothie is made with just a few simple ingredients including Greek yogurt (landing this smoothie at over 20 grams of protein, no protein powder required!), frozen pineapple, and creamy coconut milk for the ultimate tropical vibe. With the addition of fiber-rich chia seeds it’s the perfect blood-sugar balancing blend to keep you full and satisfied! 

Ingredients

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  • 1/2 banana, frozen
  • 1 cup pineapple, frozen
  • 1 Tbsp white chia seeds 
  • 2 Tbsp unsweetened shredded coconut 
  • 3/4 cup of plain or coconut Greek yogurt (I like to use 2%-5%)
  • 1/2 cup beverage-style unsweetened coconut milk 

Instructions

  1. Add all ingredients to a blender and blend on high until smooth.
  2. Pour into a glass and enjoy immediately, or see below for instructions to freeze.

Notes

Chia seeds:  I used white chia seeds to keep the color light, but you can totally use black chia seeds as well, you’ll just end up with a darker blend. 

To Freeze: Line a muffin tine with silicon liners. Pour smoothie in and freeze, minimum 2 hours or overnight. Once pucks are frozen, remove the pucks and store in a reusable storage bag like this in the freezer.