Creamy Copycat Starbucks Pink Drink Recipe Easy Homemade Version to Try Today
A creamy, refreshing homemade version of the famous Starbucks Pink Drink using freeze-dried strawberries and coconut milk for a smooth, fruity treat.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1/3 cup freeze-dried strawberries
- 1 cup (240 ml) canned unsweetened coconut milk
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) white grape juice
- 1 to 2 tablespoons sweetener of choice (simple syrup, agave nectar, honey, or maple syrup)
- Ice cubes (about 1 to 1 1/2 cups or 150 grams)
- Optional: a dash of vanilla extract
Instructions
- Place 1/3 cup of freeze-dried strawberries in your blender. Pulse until they break down into a fine powder or small pieces (about 1 minute).
- Pour in 1 cup (240 ml) canned unsweetened coconut milk and 1/2 cup (120 ml) white grape juice. Add a dash of vanilla extract if using. Blend on medium speed until smooth and creamy, around 30-45 seconds.
- Add 1 to 2 tablespoons of your preferred sweetener. Start with 1 tablespoon, blend and taste, then add more if desired. Blend again for 10 seconds.
- Add about 1 to 1 1/2 cups of ice cubes (around 150 grams). Blend on high for 20-30 seconds or until the ice is crushed and the drink is frothy and chilled.
- Adjust consistency if needed by adding more grape juice or coconut milk if too thick, or more freeze-dried strawberries if too thin. Blend again as needed.
- Serve immediately in a tall clear glass. Garnish with freeze-dried strawberry pieces or a fresh strawberry slice on the rim.
Notes
Use canned coconut milk for best creaminess and chill it before blending. Freeze-dried strawberries provide concentrated flavor without watering down the drink. Adjust sweetness to taste. For extra creaminess, whip coconut milk separately and fold in gently. Add caffeine with espresso or hibiscus tea if desired. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge up to 24 hours; stir before serving. Avoid freezing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: About 12 oz (355 ml)
- Calories: 150180
- Sugar: 15
- Sodium: 20
- Fat: 8
- Saturated Fat: 7
- Carbohydrates: 20
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 1
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