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#### 1. **Prepare the Strawberry Piña Colada:**
– In a blender, combine the fresh strawberries, pineapple chunks, coconut cream, Malibu rum, ice cubes, and honey or sugar if you like a bit of extra sweetness.
– Blend everything until smooth and creamy. Taste and adjust sweetness if necessary.
– Add the vanilla extract and blend for another few seconds to combine.
– Pour the drink into chilled glasses and garnish with a slice of pineapple and a strawberry on the rim. Serve immediately for a refreshing tropical vibe!
#### 2. **Make the Malibu Frosting:**
– In a mixing bowl, beat the softened butter until it’s light and fluffy (about 2 minutes with an electric mixer).
– Gradually add the powdered sugar, one cup at a time, and continue beating until smooth and creamy.
– Pour in the Malibu rum, coconut milk, and vanilla extract. Beat on medium-high speed for another 3-5 minutes, or until the frosting is light and fluffy.
– Taste and add a pinch of salt to balance out the sweetness if needed.
### Tips and Variations:
– **Non-Alcoholic Version:** For those who prefer not to drink alcohol, you can omit the Malibu rum from both the drink and the frosting. Instead, use coconut extract or rum-flavored syrup in the frosting for that tropical essence.
– **More Fruity Flavors:** Feel free to get creative by adding other fruits like mango or banana to the Piña Colada mix. They pair wonderfully with the coconut and pineapple flavors.
– **Frozen Delight:** For an even cooler treat, freeze the Piña Colada mixture in ice cube trays and blend it later to make a frozen slushie version.
### Why You’ll Love This Recipe:
– **Tropical Vibes:** This drink brings the island vacation to your kitchen with its sweet, creamy, and fruity blend.
– **Versatile:** You can serve this as a dessert or a fun party drink – it’s a crowd-pleaser for all ages!
– **Malibu Frosting Magic:** The Malibu frosting adds a rich, coconut-rum flavor that ties the drink together beautifully.