Strawberry Coconut Cooler (Print Version)

Chilled blend of strawberries, coconut milk and coconut water with lime and agave - creamy, bright, vegan-friendly.

# What You Need:

→ Fruit

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

→ Liquids

03 - 1 cup coconut milk, chilled
04 - 1/2 cup coconut water, chilled
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

# Preparation Steps:

01 - Add strawberries, lime juice, coconut milk, coconut water, and agave syrup or honey (if desired) to the blender.
02 - Blend mixture on high speed until the ingredients are fully pureed and smooth.
03 - Add the ice cubes to the blender and blend again until the ice is crushed and the beverage is frothy.
04 - Taste the cooler and add more sweetener if preferred, blending briefly to combine.
05 - Pour the cooler into chilled glasses.
06 - Top each serving with sliced strawberries and fresh mint leaves. Serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • No fancy tricks—just toss, blend, and sip your way to instant summer bliss.
  • The combination of creamy coconut and juicy strawberries never fails to lift my mood—it's truly sunshine in a glass.
02 -
  • If the coconut milk isn’t fully chilled, the cooler won’t be nearly as refreshing—it’ll taste flat and lukewarm.
  • Once I tried skipping the lime and realized the zing totally transforms the drink from good to unforgettable.
03 -
  • Skip light coconut milk if you want that creamy, almost dessert-like finish—it’s worth it.
  • Garnishing with a sprig of mint perks up not only the look but also the aroma with every sip.