Refreshing Starbucks Pink Drink Copycat Smoothie Recipe Easy and Perfect for Summer
A quick and easy homemade version of the Starbucks Pink Drink that’s creamy, fruity, and refreshingly sweet, perfect for summer afternoons and poolside chill-outs.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes (includes tea brewing and cooling time)
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 1 large smoothie (1 serving) 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/4 cup freeze-dried strawberries
- 1 cup (8 fl oz) coconut milk (canned or carton, full-fat recommended)
- 1 cup (8 fl oz) brewed and cooled strawberry acai tea
- 1–2 tablespoons honey or agave syrup (adjust to taste)
- 1 cup (about 5.3 oz) ice cubes
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Fresh strawberries for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Brew the Strawberry Acai Tea: Steep one strawberry acai tea bag in 1 cup (8 fl oz) of boiling water for 5 minutes. Remove the tea bag and let the tea cool completely, ideally chill it in the fridge for 15-20 minutes.
- Place 1/4 cup of freeze-dried strawberries in your blender.
- Pour in 1 cup (8 fl oz) of coconut milk and the cooled strawberry acai tea.
- Add 1 to 2 tablespoons of honey or agave syrup and 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla extract.
- Add 1 cup (about 5.3 oz) of ice cubes.
- Blend on high for 1-2 minutes until smooth and creamy with no large chunks.
- Optional: Strain the smoothie through a fine mesh sieve for an ultra-smooth texture.
- Serve immediately, garnished with fresh strawberries if desired.
Notes
Use freeze-dried strawberries for vibrant color and intense flavor without watering down the smoothie. Chill the tea before blending to prevent melting the ice too quickly. Adjust sweetness gradually. For a bubbly twist, add a splash of sparkling water before serving. Substitute almond milk for a lighter version but expect less creaminess.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 large smoothie
- Calories: 210
- Fat: 12
- Carbohydrates: 25
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 2
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