AIP Friendly Pineapple Coconut Cooler
Tropical, refreshing, and genuinely beautiful in the glass, this pineapple coconut cooler is the kind of drink that makes a warm afternoon feel like a mini vacation. Fresh pineapple brings natural sweetness and brightness, while full-fat coconut milk adds a creamy richness that makes the whole thing feel indulgent without straying from clean, compliant ingredients. A little freshly grated ginger and squeezed lime juice give it just enough zing to keep every sip interesting. One of the trickier parts of following the autoimmune protocol is finding beverages that feel special — most store-bought options are loaded with additives, natural flavors, or sweeteners that don't fit — so blending your own from whole ingredients is a genuinely satisfying workaround. Straining the blended mixture gives you a silky-smooth texture that feels polished and intentional rather than like a rushed smoothie. It comes together in under ten minutes and makes two generous servings, so it's just as easy to share as it is to enjoy solo on the couch.
About FigFig is a food discovery app that helps you find foods and recipes that fit your dietary needs. Whether you have food allergies, intolerances, or follow a specific diet, Fig makes it easy to eat with confidence.
Learn more →Ingredients
2 servings
- 2 cups fresh pineapple chunks (from about ½ small pineapple)
- 1 cup coconut water
- ¼ cup full-fat coconut milk
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice (from about 1 lime)
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, finely grated
- 1 tbsp honey
Ingredient noteAIP restricts added sweeteners, but small occasional amounts of unrefined honey are accepted on the protocol; the ~1 1/2 teaspoons per serving here likely stays within that limited allowance. If you prefer to always avoid honey, please tap it and change its rating to Red.
- 1 cup ice cubes
For serving
- 2 lime wedges (optional)
- 2 fresh mint sprigs (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the pineapple chunks, coconut water, coconut milk, lime juice, ginger, and honey in a blender. Blend on high until completely smooth, about 30–45 seconds.
- 2
Pour the blended mixture through a fine-mesh strainer into a pitcher or large measuring cup, pressing gently with a spoon to extract all the liquid. Discard the solids.
Want the full recipe?
Create a Fig account for step-by-step instructions, access to our full recipe library, and more!