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    Bahama Mama Tropical Smoothie

    Dec 26, 2022 · Leave a Comment

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    This Bahama Mama Tropical Smoothie will transport your imagination to a tropical island, where the sun is shining and the waves are crashing against the shore. It is a blend of strawberries, pineapple, maple syrup, white chocolate, and coconut milk. Mixed together to form a thick and creamy refreshing drink perfect for a summer afternoon snack.

    Bahama Mama Tropical Smoothie in a glass jar.
    Jump to:
    • What is Bahama Mama Smoothie?
    • Why you will love this dairy-free smoothie
    •  Ingredients & Substitutes
    • How to make Bahama Mama Tropical Smoothie at home
    • Equipment
    • Recipe Tips
    • Recipe variations
    • Storage
    • FAQ
    • Recipe

    What is Bahama Mama Smoothie?

    This smoothie is a CopyCat recipe of the Tropical Smoothie Cafe’s Bahama Mama Tropical Smoothie. It includes a variety of fruits such as strawberry, banana, mango, and pineapple to create its unique sweet tropical flavor. There are some versions that also add white rum or coconut rum for an adult-friendly drink.

    Why you will love this dairy-free smoothie

    • Easy and refreshing- made with easy-to-get frozen fruit for easy cooling off on a hot summer day.
    • Vegan and dairy-free - This recipe uses frozen fruits and plant-based milk with an option of dairy-free chocolate or chocolate chips.
    • Inexpensive - Homemade smoothie is always a better option because with your ingredients you can always make more than what you will get at the smoothie cafe. 

     Ingredients & Substitutes

    Coconut milk, maple syrup, white chocolate, frozen pineapple, frozen strawberries
    • Frozen strawberries: Frozen strawberries will give the smoothie a great blend of color and taste. Use frozen fruits to avoid having to add ice to your smoothie.
    • Frozen pineapple: While frozen fruits are perfect for this smoothie you may use fresh-cut pineapple or freeze them the night before.
    • Maple syrup: contributes a sweet taste to the smoothie and can be substituted with agave or honey.
    • Coconut milk: Coconut milk adds a special flare to this Bahama mama Smoothie but you can use any plant-based milk. You may use apple or fresh orange juice but this might compromise the texture of the smoothie.
    • White chocolate or chocolate chips: White chocolate will set this smoothie apart from any smoothie you have ever made but you can use white chocolate syrup instead.

    How to make Bahama Mama Tropical Smoothie at home

    Making this smoothie is quite simple. To get the most out of this recipe don't just add all your ingredients at once and blend. Follow this order for the best results.

    STEP 1 - BLEND ONE PART OF THE INGREDIENTS

    In a high-speed blender, first add coconut milk, maple syrup, or any sweetener of your choice together with white chocolate. Please chop the chocolate for an easy blending process.

    Milk, maple and white chocolate in a blender
    Pineapple and strawberries in a blender with the rest of the ingredients for the Bahama Mama Tropical Smoothie.

    STEP 2 - ADD THE FROZEN FRUIT

    Once the first batch of ingredients is nice and smooth then go in with frozen strawberries and pineapple and blend at the high speed until you reach a smooth and creamy consistency. Your very own Bahama Mama Tropical Smoothie is ready to be served.

    In a case where you don't have a high-speed blender, cutting the fruits into smaller chunks and defrosting the strawberries for at least 10 minutes before putting them into the blender will help ease the load for the blender.     

    Thick and creamy pink smoothie in a blender.

    Equipment

    • Blender
    • Serving glass or smoothie jar

    Recipe Tips

    • Try by all means to use frozen fruits because they will add a frosty texture to your smoothie compared to ice which will dilute the taste of the smoothie.
    • Place your serving glass in the freezer for a few minutes before serving.
    • You can use canned pineapple when you don't have frozen or fresh pineapple.
    Bahama Mama Tropical Smoothie decorated with white chocolate and pineapple.

    Recipe variations

    • Protein powder or collagen powder: By adding these supplements to a tropical smoothie can be an excellent way to enhance its nutritional value.
    • Shredded coconut: add a wonderful level of flavor, texture, and nutrition that really amplifies the overall taste of your tropical smoothie with shredded coconut.
    • Coconut butter: Add about a tablespoon of coconut butter for a slightly sweet, nutty, creamier, and richer smoothie without using a banana.
    • Avocado: for a creamier smoothie with healthy fats consider adding avocado to your smoothie.

    Storage

    This becomes a bit tricky because fruits rot very fast when liquified, the key to preventing this from happening to your leftover smoothie is to ensure that there is no air in your container. Try to fill up your airtight jar to the top and close it with a lid. You can store it for up to 12 to 24 hours max. If it changes color or has a funny odor then I will advise you not to drink it.

    FAQ

    Can I add other ingredients like spinach or kale? 

    Yes, you are welcome to do that. However, it will change the color and texture of the smoothie but it will definitely add nutritional value to your smoothie.

    Can I use a stick blender to make this recipe?

    A stick blender with sharp blades can do the job as well, just be careful not to start at high speed if you are blending in an open jar because the ingredients might spill out of the jar.

    Can I add ice cubes to this smoothie?

    If you are using fresh fruits yes you may have to add ice for a refreshing drink but there is no need if you are using frozen fruits. You may want to use less ice as it can dilute the taste of the smoothie.

    Can I make Bahama Mama Tropical Smoothie Bowl?

    Yes of course, just add less liquid and a banana to make it thicker.

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    Recipe

    smoothie in a glass decorated with white chocolate and pineapple

    Bahama Mama Tropical Smoothie

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    This Bahama Mama Tropical Smoothie is a creamy and refreshing drink perfect for perfect for a summer afternoon snack.
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    Prep Time 10 mins
    Total Time 10 mins
    Course Breakfast, Drinks
    Cuisine dairy-free, Gluten-Free, Lactose-Free, refined sugar-free
    Servings 2 servings
    Calories 781 kcal

    Equipment

    • Blender
    • Glass Jar or Smoothie Jar
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    Ingredients
     
     

    • 1 cup frozen strawberries
    • 1 cup frozen pineapple
    • 1 tablespoon maple syrup
    • 1 oz white chocolate (or chocolate chips)
    • 1 cup coconut milk

    Instructions
     

    • Into a high speed blender add coconut milk, maple syrup or sweetener of choice and white chocolate.
    • Plus to chop the chocolate.Add the frozen strawberries and pineapple and blend on high speed until the texture is completely smooth and creamy.
    • If you don’t have a high speed blender, chop the large fruits in half and let the strawberries defrost for about 10 minutes before adding them in the blender.

    Notes

    • Try by all means to use frozen fruits because they will add a frosty texture to your smoothie compared to ice which will dilute the taste of the smoothie.
    • If you don't have a high speed blender make sure to chop the fruit in small pieces.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 2servingsCalories: 781kcalCarbohydrates: 69gProtein: 8gFat: 58gSaturated Fat: 48gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 6mgSodium: 60mgPotassium: 1023mgFiber: 5gSugar: 52gVitamin A: 121IUVitamin C: 166mgCalcium: 163mgIron: 9mg
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