Description
Strawberry Piña Colada Snow Cone Shots are a fruity, frozen cocktail dessert layered with creamy coconut-pineapple slush and sweet strawberry syrup. Served in snow cone cups or shot glasses and topped with cherries, these tropical treats are a party favorite. They’re cool, colorful, and just boozy enough to bring beach vibes to any summer gathering. Make them ahead, swirl to impress, and serve chilled!
Ingredients
For the Coconut Piña Colada Layer:
½ cup white rum
1½ cups pineapple juice, frozen into cubes
½ cup canned coconut milk (full fat)
1 tablespoon light corn syrup
1 tablespoon white sugar
1 tablespoon cornstarch (optional, for thickness)
¼ cup shredded coconut (optional, for texture)
For the Strawberry Layer:
½ cup sweetened strawberry purée or syrup
Optional: splash of rum or vodka (for an extra boozy layer)
Garnish:
Maraschino cherries
Optional: fresh strawberry slices
Instructions
Make the Piña Colada Slush
In a blender, combine the frozen pineapple juice cubes, white rum, coconut milk, corn syrup, sugar, and optional cornstarch. Blend until smooth and slushy. Stir in shredded coconut if using. Transfer to a container and freeze for 15–20 minutes while you prep the strawberry layer.Prepare the Strawberry Layer
If using purée, blend fresh or frozen strawberries with sugar and optional rum until smooth. Strain if desired for a silky texture. If using syrup, use as-is or mix with crushed ice for a slushier feel.Layer the Snow Cones
In each small cup or snow cone glass, alternate spoonfuls of the piña colada mixture and the strawberry layer. Use a spoon or straw to gently swirl vertically for a marbled look.
Garnish and Serve
Top with a maraschino cherry and optional fresh strawberry slice. Serve immediately with a spoon or straw.
Notes
Freeze pineapple juice into cubes ahead of time for best texture.
Use full-fat coconut milk for the creamiest result.
Adjust alcohol amounts to taste, or omit completely for a virgin version.
Store both layers separately in the freezer for up to one week and assemble before serving.
For extra chill, freeze your serving cups for 5–10 minutes before layering.
Makes 4–6 small servings, perfect for parties or small gatherings.