Strawberry Piña Colada with Malibu Frosting
This Strawberry Piña Colada with Malibu Frosting is a dreamy tropical drink-dessert combo featuring juicy strawberries, coconut cream, pineapple juice, and a boozy, buttery Malibu frosting. It’s the perfect summer party showstopper.
Equipment
- Blender
- Mixing Bowl
- Hand Mixer or Whisk
- Piping Bag or Spoon
Ingredients
Strawberry Piña Colada
- 1 cup fresh strawberries hulled; frozen can be used
- 1 cup pineapple juice
- 1/2 cup coconut cream not coconut milk
- 1-2 cups ice adjust for thickness
- 1/2 cup Malibu rum or any coconut-flavored rum
Malibu Frosting
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 2 tbsp Malibu rum
- 1/2 tsp coconut extract optional
- pink food coloring optional
Garnishes (Optional)
- fresh strawberry slices
- pineapple wedges
- shredded coconut
- cocktail umbrellas
Instructions
- Blend strawberries, pineapple juice, and coconut cream until smooth. Add ice and Malibu rum, then blend again to desired consistency.
- In a mixing bowl, beat butter until fluffy. Gradually add powdered sugar. Mix in Malibu rum and coconut extract. Add pink coloring if desired.
- Pour piña colada mixture into glasses, leaving room at the top. Pipe or spoon frosting on top.
- Garnish with strawberry slices, pineapple wedges, coconut, and cocktail umbrellas. Serve with straws and spoons!
Notes
Make it non-alcoholic by replacing Malibu with coconut water or syrup. Prepare frosting a day in advance if needed. You can also use the piña colada blend in cupcake batter for a baked version!