Strawberry Coconut Cooler (Print)
Fruity strawberry and creamy coconut cooler with lime and agave — frothy, chilled, vegan, ready in 10 minutes.
# What You Need:
→ 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
# How to Make:
01 - Combine strawberries, lime juice, coconut milk, coconut water, and agave syrup or honey in a blender.
02 - Process mixture until completely smooth.
03 - Add ice cubes to the blender and blend until the ice is crushed and the mixture is frothy.
04 - Taste the mixture and add additional sweetener if desired.
05 - Pour the cooler into chilled serving glasses.
06 - Garnish each glass with strawberry slices and fresh mint leaves. Serve immediately.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- Blending fresh strawberries with coconut milk feels like a summer secret you can make anytime.
- It's become my favorite way to surprise people with a non-alcoholic drink that tastes downright dreamy.
02 -
- Once I forgot to chill the coconut milk, and the drink fell flat—always start with cold ingredients.
- Garnishing with mint isn't just pretty: a quick clap between your palms wakes up its fragrance in a big way.
03 -
- Stashing a can of coconut milk in the fridge makes impromptu cooler sessions a breeze.
- The last trick: briefly pulse some extra ice for a granita-like layer if you crave something extra frosty.