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Coconut Cooler

Coconut Cooler: Your Refreshing Sip of Tropical Paradise

Coconut Cooler is a refreshing, kid-friendly drink perfect for summer gatherings.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: Tropical
Calories: 200

Ingredients
  

Coconut Cooler Ingredients
  • 1 medium Coconut Fresh recommended for best flavor.
  • 1 cup Coconut Water Use fresh coconut water for optimal flavor.
  • 4 cups Water Reserve half for dilution after mixing.
  • 1 cup Sweetened Condensed Milk Substitute with coconut cream for dairy-free.
  • 1 cup Evaporated Milk Use non-dairy alternatives if lactose-free.
  • 1 teaspoon Pure Vanilla Extract Fresh vanilla beans can enhance flavor.
  • 2 cups Ice Use crushed ice for slushy texture.

Equipment

  • Blender
  • Corkscrew
  • airtight container

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Coconut Cooler
  1. Extract Coconut Water: Puncture the coconut's 'eye' to extract water into a bowl, about 5 minutes.
  2. Prepare Coconut Flesh: Open the coconut and chop the flesh into small pieces, about 10 minutes.
  3. Blend Ingredients: Combine chopped coconut, coconut water, 4 cups water, sweetened condensed milk, evaporated milk, and vanilla extract in a blender. Blend for 1-2 minutes until smooth.
  4. Strain and Dilute: Strain half of the mixture into a pitcher, leave some coconut pieces for texture, blend remaining mixture with the rest of the water and pour into the pitcher.
  5. Chill and Serve: Serve immediately over ice or refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.
  6. Garnish Delightfully: Garnish with fresh coconut slices, mint leaves, cinnamon, or pineapple cubes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 8gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 2gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Adjust thickness by varying water volume. Can be frozen in cubes for up to 2 months.

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