Cranberry Coconut Mocktail
This easy and festive Coconut Cranberry Mocktail is creamy, refreshing and the perfect beverage to celebrate the holidays with the family.
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 344kcal
Ingredients
- 2 ounces white chocolate bar or chips melted
- 1/4 cup finely chopped sweetened shredded coconut
- 1 cup full-fat coconut milk
- 1 cup white cranberry juice or a white cranberry flavor of choice
- 3 tablespoons cream of coconut
- 3 tablespoons coconut cream
- Topping Options: sugared cranberries (see note), pomegranate arils, fresh rosemary, fresh mint, pineapple wedge, chopped strawberries
Instructions
- Working with 1 glass at a time, dip the rim of 4 cocktail glasses into the melted white chocolate. Immediately dip into shredded coconut. Let set for 5–10 minutes.
- Fill a large shaker with 1/4 cup ice. Add coconut milk, white cranberry juice, cream of coconut, and coconut cream. Shake well until chilled and slightly thick.
- Strain into the prepared rimmed glasses over crushed ice.
- Garnish as desired.
Notes
Storage:
- Store leftovers in a pitcher with a lid, or in an airtight container in the fridge — just be sure to remove any ice to prevent dilution. This will keep for 2-3 days. When ready to serve again, give it a stir to refresh, and pour over fresh ice.
- Make this in advance to save time — prep and measure all ingredients in advance, then mix together without ice. Chill in the fridge until ready to serve, stir to refresh, then pour into glasses over ice.
- Chill ingredients beforehand. This will give the drink the best overall flavor and make it extra refreshing.
- Use full-fat coconut milk. For the creamiest texture. "Light" just won't do the trick.
- Don’t skip the garnishes. Fresh fruit and herbs make the drink extra colorful for presentation. They're delicious final touches, too!
- Serve immediately after mixing. For the best creamy, refreshing texture.
- Blend for a frozen variation. Make an extra indulgent version by blending with ice.
- Use crushed ice for a cocktail-style feel. Pour the drink over crushed or pebble/nugget ice to give it a fancy at-home cocktail vibe.
- Add alcohol if desired. Make it an adult, alcoholic beverage by adding your favorite rum or vodka.
- Garnish with sugared cranberries:
- For Sugared Cranberries to garnish:
- You'll need 1 cup fresh cranberries, 1/2 cup sugar, 1/2 cup water, and extra sugar for dusting. In a small saucepan, bring sugar and water to a simmer until sugar dissolves. Remove from the heat and stir in cranberries. Soak 10 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon and place on paper towels. Allow them to dry 1 hour. Roll the soaked and dried cranberries in sugar. Let dry another 30 minutes until sparkly.
Nutrition
Calories: 344kcal | Carbohydrates: 31g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 25g | Saturated Fat: 21g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 3mg | Sodium: 44mg | Potassium: 269mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 28g | Vitamin A: 33IU | Vitamin C: 7mg | Calcium: 46mg | Iron: 2mg
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