Strawberry Coconut Cooler (Printable)

Bright strawberry and coconut blend with lime and agave, served icy and garnished with mint.

# What goes in:

→ Fruit

01 - 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and halved
02 - 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice

→ Liquids

03 - 1 cup chilled coconut milk
04 - 1/2 cup chilled coconut water
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 to a blender.
02 - Blend the mixture until completely smooth and homogenous.
03 - Add ice cubes to the blender and blend again until the ice is finely crushed and the drink has a frothy texture.
04 - Taste the drink and adjust sweetness to preference if needed.
05 - Pour the mixture into chilled serving glasses.
06 - Garnish each glass with strawberry slices and fresh mint leaves. Serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • This is the kind of indulgence that tastes much fancier than it is to throw together—trust me.
  • The mix of fresh strawberries and coconut is a secret shortcut to feeling like you’re on vacation, even if you’re just on your porch.
02 -
  • If you add the ice too soon, the drink can thin out and lose that frothy texture (I learned that after my first too-watery batch).
  • Chilling the coconut milk and water ahead of time really makes the colder, creamier difference—try not to rush it.
03 -
  • Invest in good-quality coconut milk for the creamiest mouthfeel and richest taste.
  • A handful of pineapple or even mango in the blender takes the tropical flavor to another level.

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