Pina Colada Sauce
Transform your favorite dishes with the tropical flair of this luscious Pina Colada Sauce! Bursting with the flavors of sweet crushed pineapple, creamy coconut milk, and a hint of brown sugar, this quick and easy sauce strikes the perfect balance between decadence and simplicity. Thickened with a cornstarch slurry and enhanced by a touch of vanilla and optional cinnamon, it’s a versatile, Caribbean-inspired condiment that’s ready in just 15 minutes. Perfect as a topping for shrimp, chicken, desserts, or even pancakes, this silky sauce will transport your taste buds to a sunny island getaway. Plus, it stores beautifully, making it a convenient go-to for elevating weekday meals or entertaining guests.
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Ingredients
- 1 cup Canned crushed pineapple (in juice)
- 0.5 cup Cream of coconut
- 0.5 cup Coconut milk (unsweetened)
- 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon Cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons Cold water
- 0.5 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground cinnamon (optional)
Directions
Step 1
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the canned crushed pineapple (with juice), cream of coconut, coconut milk, and brown sugar. Stir well to combine.
Step 2
Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally, to allow the sugar to dissolve completely.
Step 3
In a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and cold water until smooth to create a slurry.
Step 4
Slowly pour the cornstarch slurry into the saucepan, stirring constantly to prevent lumps from forming.
Step 5
Continue stirring and cook the mixture for 2-3 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened to your desired consistency.
Step 6
Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the vanilla extract. If desired, add a pinch of ground cinnamon for extra warmth and depth of flavor.
Step 7
Allow the sauce to cool slightly before serving. It can be served warm, at room temperature, or chilled.
Step 8
Store any leftover sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Reheat gently on the stove or in the microwave before serving.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (540.6g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 877.8 |
| Total Fat 39.5g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 35.7g | 0% |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 48.2mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 131.6g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 5.6g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 111.9g | |
| Protein 3.5g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 72.4mg | 0% |
| Iron 6.0mg | 0% |
| Potassium 712.6mg | 0% |
Source of Calories