Strawberry Coconut Cooler (Printable Version)
Chilled blend of strawberries, coconut milk, lime and ice, finished with mint for a creamy, fruity summer cooler.
# What You'll Need:
→ Fruit
01 - 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and halved
02 - 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
→ Liquids
03 - 1 cup coconut milk, chilled
04 - 1/2 cup coconut water, chilled
05 - 1 tablespoon agave syrup or honey, optional
→ Ice & Garnish
06 - 1 cup ice cubes
07 - Strawberry slices, for garnish
08 - Fresh mint leaves, for garnish
# Directions:
01 - Add strawberries, lime juice, coconut milk, coconut water, and agave syrup or honey (if desired) to a blender.
02 - Blend the mixture until completely smooth and uniform.
03 - Add ice cubes and blend again until the ice is fully crushed and the beverage is frothy.
04 - Taste and, if needed, adjust sweetness to preference.
05 - Pour the cooler into chilled glasses.
06 - Garnish each glass with fresh strawberry slices and mint leaves. Serve immediately.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- Each sip is creamy and refreshing but not too heavy, like a secret escape to the tropics.
- It’s so easy to make that you’ll want to keep strawberries and coconut milk on hand year-round.
02 -
- Once I forgot to chill the coconut milk, and the cooler turned watery fast—always cool all liquids first.
- Tasting before serving means you’ll never serve an under-sweetened or too-tart drink by accident.
03 -
- For the best texture, always blend your ice cubes at the end.
- A pinch of sea salt sharpens the fruitiness—try it if you’re feeling bold.