Tropical Sunrise Layered Smoothie
Serves: 2 | Prep time: 10 minutes
Ingredients
The Pink Layer (Bottom)
1 cup frozen pitaya (dragon fruit) chunks or 1 packet of frozen pitaya puree
1/2 cup frozen raspberries or strawberries
1/2 cup coconut water or apple juice
A squeeze of lime juice
The Yellow Layer (Top)
1 cup frozen mango chunks
1 cup frozen pineapple chunks
1/2 cup coconut milk (from a carton for creaminess)
1/2 frozen banana (optional, for extra thickness)
Toppings (As shown in image)
Fresh pineapple chunks (skewered)
Fresh kiwi slices
A sprinkle of granola or toasted coconut
Fresh pineapple leaves (for garnish)
Instructions
Blend the Pink Base: Add all ingredients for the pink layer into a blender. Blend until completely smooth and thick.
Tip: Use as little liquid as possible to keep it thick so the layers don’t mix immediately.
Pour: Divide the pink mixture between two tall glasses, filling them about halfway. Rinse the blender well.
Blend the Yellow Top: Add the yellow layer ingredients to the blender. Blend until smooth.
Layering: Carefully spoon the yellow mixture over the pink layer. To get that “swirl” effect seen in the photo, take a long spoon or straw and gently pull a bit of the pink layer upward into the yellow.
Garnish: Top with granola and a slice of kiwi. Skewer a few pineapple chunks and place them in the glass.
Pro-Tips for the Perfect Look
The “Cold” Secret: Using frozen fruit instead of ice keeps the flavors bold and the texture thick enough to support the toppings.
The Swirl: Don’t over-mix! One or two gentle “up-and-down” motions with a spoon is all it takes to get those beautiful streaks.