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    Home » Drinks

    Cold Pineapple Slushie With Vanilla

    Published: Jan 30, 2023 · Modified: Jul 10, 2023 by Janelle Hama

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    Refreshingly cold pineapple slushie with vanilla is made with frozen pineapple blended with ice. A naturally sweetened icey beverage, perfect for a hot summer day. 

    a glass cup with yellow frozen drink and a pineapple in the background

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    Jump to:
    • What is a Pineapple Slushie?
    • Why You’ll Love This Recipe
    • Ingredients You’ll Need
    • How To Make Pineapple Slushie
    • Tips
    • Variations
    • FAQ
    • Other Vegan Drink Recipes
    • Cold Pineapple Slushie With Vanilla

    What is a Pineapple Slushie?

    A pineapple slushie is a type of frozen drink made from blending crushed ice and pineapple frozen pieces and juice.

    Sometimes pineapple syrup is used instead of actual fruit pieces.

    It has a smooth and slushy texture and is served as a refreshing, sweet, and fruity beverage on a hot day.

    It can also be referred to as a pineapple slush or a pineapple icy.

    This recipe is all natural (keeping in line with post cleansing read about my 369 Advanced Medical Medium Cleanse review)

    Why You’ll Love This Recipe

    • All natural ingredients and no refined sugar
    • Very cold, perfect for hot weather, looks and feels indulgent and is super refreshing
    • Ready in minutes. I personally love this, as in a matter of minutes I can be sipping on a icy cold pineapple slush drink that can cool me down on a hot summers day knowing that is made with healthy ingredients.
    • Dietary friendly - vegan, gluten free, dairy free, nut free, soy free, oil free, refined sugar free, flour free, egg free

    Ingredients You’ll Need

    frozen pineapple pieces, pineapple juice, ice, maple syrup and vanilla in white bowls

    Notes on some of the ingredients, the full list of ingredients and their measurements can be found in the recipe card below.

    Frozen pineapple chunks you can either buy these from your supermarket or cut up a fresh pineapple into chunks without the skin and freeze overnight. If you’re cutting the pineapple yourself, cut them into small chunks for easier blending. 

    When selecting a fresh pineapple, make sure it is free from bruising (no super soft parts), overall the body should be firm to touch with a little squish. The tops should be lush and green and not wilted.

    Pineapple juice either store bought or freshly squeezed. I tend to juice my own from the remaining core and some of the flesh. Which I store for a couple of days in the fridge. 

    Maple syrup to sweeten, you can add as much as you like.

    Vanilla extract for a boost in flavoring. You can also use a vanilla pod.

    Small Ice cubes are ideal as they are easier to blend. You can also add more ice to make it more icy, more sorbet like. Try adding another half cup

    How To Make Pineapple Slushie

    Blend in a high powered blender, I love using my Ninja blender (affiliate link) (though any high powered blender will do), add all the ingredients and blend until crushed and smooth.

    On the Ninja blender, there is a frozen drink setting, which blends for 1 minute and is a combination of pulsing and blending.

    After about 1 minute, the beverage color should be a pale yellow and look creamy. Ideally, there should be no large chunks of ice.

    Pour into a chilled glass, give it a stir to even out the slush and serve immediately.

    Tips

    Keep frozen pineapple pieces in the freezer ready to use whenever you feel like making this drink.

    Stirring just before serving helps to bring the juice and slush together, as there is some slight separation.

    Serving in a chilled glass helps to keep this slushie cold for longer.

    High Speed Blender
    It's important to use a high speed blender as crushing ice requires vigorous blending. It will also ensure your summer slush drinks have the right consistency and are perfect every time. I love my Ninja for this.

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    a glass with frozen yellow juice with a red and white striped straw

    Variations

    Rather than vanilla, fresh mint or basil leaves can be used. Only a couple are needed. The green flecks are pretty to look at.

    If you like coconut with pineapple, try adding a tablespoon of coconut cream or a couple of drops of coconut extract.

    Change up the juice, try using fresh orange juice or coconut water.

    For an alcoholic summer frozen drink, simply add a shot of your preferred spirit such as vodka, tequila, or white rum.

    FAQ

    What type of blender is best to make a slush?

    A high powered blender, preferably with an ice crushing or frozen drink function. These functions typically are a combination of pulsing and blending.

    How to freeze pineapple?

    Cut the pineapple top off and slice off the skin. Cut out any remaining spikes.
    Cut the pineapple in half lengthways and then cut again so that it is quartered. Proceed to cut into small chunks.
    Line a tray with baking paper or a silicone mat and place the chunks onto the tray ensuring none are overlapping.
    Place the tray in the freezer and allow chunks to freeze (overnight). Once frozen, place the chunks into a snap lock bag and keep in the freezer for up to 6 months. Use as needed.

    frozen pale juice in a glass cup

    Other Vegan Drink Recipes

    Looking for more cold beverages? These drinks lemon mint juice, sparkling pink rose lemonade, basil lemonade mocktail, or this healthier orangeade are amazing.

    Or try my cocoa oat milk, vegan strawberry milk or my easy blueberry milk.

    Otherwise my mango pineapple banana smoothie is satisfyingly good, it's cold and dairy free.

    Although not a drink, try my easy all natural vegan mango sorbet.

    Did you make this? I'd love to know! Leave me a comment below with a ★★★★★ rating or tag @plantbasedfolk on social media.

    a glass cup with yellow frozen drink and a pineapple in the background

    Cold Pineapple Slushie With Vanilla

    Refreshingly cold pineapple slushie with vanilla is made with frozen pineapple blended with ice. A naturally sweetened icey beverage, perfect for a hot summer day. 
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    Course: Drinks
    Cuisine: Any
    Diet: Gluten Free, Vegan
    Prep Time: 2 minutes minutes
    Total Time: 2 minutes minutes
    Servings: 1 serving
    Author: Janelle Hama

    Ingredients

    • 1 cup frozen pineapple chunks
    • ⅓ cup pineapple juice
    • 1 cup Ice cubes small
    • 1 tablespoon Maple syrup or to taste
    • ½ teaspoon Vanilla extract optional
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    Instructions

    • In a high speed blender, add all the ingredients. Blend until smooth and creamy. At least 1 minute. Taste and adjust sweetness if necessary.
      1 cup frozen pineapple chunks, ⅓ cup pineapple juice, 1 cup Ice cubes, 1 tablespoon Maple syrup, ½ teaspoon Vanilla extract
    • Pour into a chilled glass, give it a stir and serve immediately.

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    Notes

    I used fresh pineapple which I chopped into pieces and froze.
    Using smaller ice cubes is ideal for blending into a slushie
     
    You may also like this cold lemon mint juice

    Equipment

    1 High speed blender

    Nutrition

    Calories: 184kcal | Carbohydrates: 45g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 0.3g | Saturated Fat: 0.02g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.03g | Sodium: 17mg | Potassium: 330mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 36g | Vitamin A: 100IU | Vitamin C: 87mg | Calcium: 61mg | Iron: 1mg

    N.B., nutrition info is an estimate based on an online nutrition calculator. This will vary based on the specific ingredients you use.


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