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Vanilla Mojito Smoothie {“Fauxjito” Mocktail Option}

by Lindsay Cotter · 04/13/2016

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Creamy Vanilla Mojito Smoothie that’s dairy free! Plus a Non-alcoholic Fauxjito Option! A delicious and more nutritious cocktail! Refreshing coconut mojito smoothie with avocado, vanilla, maple syrup, coconut milk, lime, and mint. Add rum or keep it mocktail and paleo friendly!  This is one refreshing smoothie! 

Vegan Creamy Vanilla Coconut Mojito Smoothie plus a Nonalcoholic Fauxjito Option! A delicious and more nutritious cocktail/mocktail you can get on board with. Refreshing coconut mojito smoothie with creamy avocado, vanilla, maple syrup, coconut milk, lime, and mint.

I’ve always wondered who invented the boozy style smoothie. One thing is for sure, they are genius. They just classified booze as a health food. Kidding. Kinda.  But in all seriousness,  ever since I first saw this type of smoothie a few years back, I”ve been intrigued. The first “spiked” smoothie recipe I saw was a wine smoothie… or maybe it was a slushy? Of course I pinned but haven’t been able to try it. I’m a wine purist, what can I say? It just seems wrong to me. Haha. But Maybe some day.  Creamy Vanilla Coconut Mojito Smoothies on the other hand… .. oh so right!  In my humble opinion.

The coconut mojito smoothie I’m posting today is way more functional. Meaning, it’s delicious nutritious and has a “fauxjito” option. That’s code for non alcoholic.  Boozy or not, it’s creamy minty fresh goodness that everyone will love.

Smoothies are in full swing here. Ahem.. It was 90F yesterday. And Mojitos are definitely coming into season. Well, when are they not? It makes perfect sense to start practicing these refreshing combos in order to prepare for summer heat. Yes, that’s my logic.

Vegan Creamy Vanilla Coconut Mojito Smoothie plus a Nonalcoholic Fauxjito Option! A delicious and more nutritious cocktail/mocktail you can get on board with. Refreshing coconut mojito smoothie with creamy avocado, vanilla, maple syrup, coconut milk, lime, and mint.

But let’s back the boozy train up here. Mmm k? What exactly is in a mojito? Can we make it healthy? Glad you asked. I mean, glad I asked. 

A traditional mojito cuban cocktail consists of five ingredients: white rum, sugar, lime juice, sparkling water, and mint. The Mint sprigs are muddles with sugar and lime juice. Rum added and topped with soda water then garnished with mint leaves. 

Vegan Creamy Vanilla Coconut Mojito Smoothie plus a Nonalcoholic Fauxjito Option!

Now, here’s where I butcher the classic mojito cocktail a little bit to make it “healthier” and with a non alcoholic paleo option. GASP!  Shhhh… don’t tell the bartender I’m pretending to be a healthy mixologist.

For starters, we are going to say ADIOS to the white sugar. Let’s use maple syrup (or agave nectar) in this Vanilla Coconut Mojito Smoothie instead. Ahh… So much better.

Second, we’re going to add in some healthy fats. Like avocado and coconut cream. That way our blood sugar stays a little more stable if you are having sugar/alcohol together. . You get my point. Food slows down alcohol absorption.

And third, we’re going to give everyone a “fauxjito” option without the real rum. You can either nix the rum all together or just use rum extract.

Fourth, whoops, I forgot there was a fourth. Lastly, we are going to blend it all together to make a huge batch to share. Wait.. is that healthy? Well yes and no. Yes, because you can serve smaller portions at a party or event.

And no because if you are like me and tend to drink straight from the blender, then this option might be dangerous if “spiked.” Unless you want to be slurping sideways and talking spanish after drinking half the blender.

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That could be fun, yes?

Haha, okay ya’ll, joking aside, let’s just grab a straw and get REFRESHED!

Oh and while we’re talking dairy free smoothies for summer, let’s add A Mind Full Mom Pina Colada Smoothie to the list. Alcohol option and mocktail option. I’ll take both!

Vegan Creamy Vanilla Coconut Mojito Smoothie plus a Nonalcoholic Fauxjito Option! A delicious and more nutritious cocktail/mocktail you can get on board with. Refreshing coconut mojito smoothie with creamy avocado, vanilla, maple syrup, coconut milk, lime, and mint.

Feeling more adventurous? Try this smoothie with Vanilla spiced rum added. You know rum has it health perks, right? If you forgot, just check out my pineapple hot toddy recipe. You’ll be happy you did!

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Vegan Creamy Vanilla Coconut Mojito Smoothie


  • Total Time: 5 minutes
  • Yield: 2 -3 1x
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Vegan Creamy Vanilla Coconut Mojito Smoothie {“Fauxjito” Mocktail Option}


Ingredients

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  • 1/2 ripe avocado
  • 12 oz coconut milk or almond milk (light)
  • 1/2 cup vegan coconut yogurt (can use plain yogurt too)- see notes for coconut yogurt brand
  • 2 tbsp lime juice (more if you like it more tart)
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 oz white rum or vanilla rum (fauxjito can use rum extract 1 tsp)
  • 1 tbsp maple syrup
  • 1/4 cup frozen pineapple or pineapple juice concentrate
  • Mint leaves (8 divided)
  • ice- optional

Instructions

  1. Blend together all ingredients plus 4 -6 mint leaves. Save 2 mint leaves for garnish.
  2. Add ice if you want it more slushy.
  3. Garnish with mint leaves and extra maple syrup/lime if desired.
  4. Serve cold.
  5. For non alcoholic version, use 1 tsp rum extract or none at all.

Notes

I used so delicious plain coconut yogurt but greek yogurt or vanilla yogurt will work too.

Nutrition – Calories for just the fauxjito smoothie are around 215- 230. 13 grams fat, 17 carbs, 5 grams protein, and 8-10 grams sugar.

  • Prep Time: 5 min

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Vegan Creamy Vanilla Coconut Mojito Smoothie plus a Nonalcoholic Fauxjito Option! A delicious and more nutritious cocktail/mocktail you can get on board with. Refreshing coconut mojito smoothie with creamy avocado, vanilla, maple syrup, coconut milk, lime, and mint.

Okay smoothie lovers, have you ever tried a boozy smoothie? Do you still consider it “healthy.” Let’s all agree YES, health is all about moderation.

Favorite Mojito inspired recipe? I’ll share of few of mine I can’t wait to try!

PALEO Strawberry Mojito

http-::paleogrubs.com:mojito-recipe

Creamy Mojito Popsicles

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Mojito Fruit Salad 

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Vegan Creamy Vanilla Coconut Mojito Smoothie plus a Nonalcoholic Fauxjito Option! A delicious and more nutritious cocktail/mocktail you can get on board with. Refreshing coconut mojito smoothie with creamy avocado, vanilla, maple syrup, coconut milk, lime, and mint.

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Lindsay Cotter of Cotter Crunch

Hi, y'all, I’m Lindsay Cotter, a Nutrition Specialist with a focus on Gluten Free eating. I love creating delicious nourishing food that anyone can enjoy.

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  1. Anastasia says

    09/09/2016 at 10:58 AM

    Yummy ? I LOVE coconut so thanks for the awesome recipe.

    Reply
    • Cotter Crunch says

      09/09/2016 at 1:48 PM

      thank you anastasia!

      Reply
  2. Ashley@CookNourishBliss says

    08/23/2016 at 7:14 AM

    Whyyyy have I never tried a boozy smoothie before??? I love this idea! And thanks for the popsicle love! 🙂

    Reply
    • Cotter Crunch says

      08/23/2016 at 6:12 PM

      go for it! and thank you for your great recipe! xxoo

      Reply
  3. Emily @ Robust Recipes says

    05/05/2016 at 7:30 PM

    These sound fabulous. I need one now!! 😉

    Reply
    • Cotter Crunch says

      05/05/2016 at 10:14 PM

      I wish I could deliver. ??

      Reply
  4. Sonali- The Foodie Physician says

    04/17/2016 at 7:20 PM

    Lindsay, you’ve seriously blown me away with this one!! Mojitos are hands-down my favorite cocktails so everything about this smoothie looks so right to me 🙂

    Reply
    • Cotter Crunch says

      04/17/2016 at 10:14 PM

      I think we need a mojito party to celebrate!! Yes?

      Reply
  5. Michelle @ Vitamin-Sunshine says

    04/16/2016 at 10:50 PM

    This is amazing Lindsay! I love spiked smoothies 🙂 My best friend back home and I used to get together and see what kinds of fresh fruit we could combine into delicious cocktails without adding sugar– but I don’t think anything we ever did could top this one 🙂 I am sharing this with her– we can make when I am home this summer!

    Reply
    • Cotter Crunch says

      04/17/2016 at 9:39 AM

      Oh so fun!!! wish i could join yall! haha

      Reply
  6. Jen says

    04/15/2016 at 11:30 AM

    I’ve never had a boozy smoothie, but I need to remedy that like, now. I’m making a pina colda inspired smoothie today for the blog…but I might need to add a little booze! Can’t wait to try this recipe! 🙂

    Reply
    • Cotter Crunch says

      04/15/2016 at 1:57 PM

      invite me over!

      Reply
  7. Kristy @ Southern In Law says

    04/14/2016 at 7:55 PM

    This looks so creamy and delicious – and as a boozy smoothie I bet it would convince many non-smoothie drinkers to try it too, haha!

    Reply
    • Cotter Crunch says

      04/17/2016 at 10:15 PM

      Totally! It’s great booze free anytime

      Reply
  8. Sarah says

    04/13/2016 at 7:42 PM

    Cheers, it looks delicious! I am all over Mojito everything after the Mojito Iced Coffees in Cali! Can’t wait to get back next week and in the kitchen to finally finish photographing everything. In the meantime I have everything to make this.. maybe breakfast tomorrow before leaving?!

    Reply
    • Cotter Crunch says

      04/14/2016 at 7:02 AM

      girl you are one crazy traveling mama! love it! take me next time!

      Reply
  9. Jody - Fit at 58 says

    04/13/2016 at 2:27 PM

    Based on life right now – spiked & right out of the blender! 🙂

    Reply
    • Cotter Crunch says

      04/13/2016 at 4:16 PM

      i’ll make yours extra strong! sending you love!

      Reply
  10. Lisa @ Runwiki says

    04/13/2016 at 2:13 PM

    I want right now! SO refreshing and yummy!

    Reply
    • Cotter Crunch says

      04/13/2016 at 4:17 PM

      i want you to come visit! or vice versa. xxoo

      Reply
  11. Cassie Tran says

    04/13/2016 at 1:52 PM

    I love that you added a fauxjito option for those who don’t or can’t drink because I can make it now! 🙂

    Reply
    • Cotter Crunch says

      04/13/2016 at 4:16 PM

      yay! so glad you could enjoy too!

      Reply
  12. Shashi @ RunninSrilankan says

    04/13/2016 at 12:59 PM

    Yay to healthy fats like avocado and coconut cream in delicious, drinkable, boozy form! 🙂

    Reply
    • Cotter Crunch says

      04/13/2016 at 4:16 PM

      you know it girlfriend! mwah!

      Reply
  13. Laura @ Sprint 2 the Table says

    04/13/2016 at 10:59 AM

    Well… you know I’d slurp this up in like 5 seconds flat. Especially with the avocado… mojitos are good with a side of guac. Why not just add it to the drink? Haha!

    Fun fact: there’s a bar in ATL that serves jack and coke slushies. They are fantastic. And dangerous.

    Reply
  14. Blair says

    04/13/2016 at 10:00 AM

    Mojitos are one of my favorite adult beverages at this time of year, and you know my love for smoothies. This is the ULTIMATE concoction! So delicious!

    Reply
    • Cotter Crunch says

      04/13/2016 at 12:51 PM

      i think we need to live closer. <3

      Reply
  15. Dietitian Jess says

    04/13/2016 at 9:57 AM

    Mojitos are by far my favorite cocktail so thank you for sharing this- can’t wait to make it this summer!

    Reply
  16. Emily @SinfulNutrition says

    04/13/2016 at 9:23 AM

    A boozy smoothie?! Now you’re talking my language. 🙂 I could see this going down easy while relaxing on a beach right about now!

    Reply
    • Cotter Crunch says

      04/13/2016 at 11:25 AM

      Ahh yes! Let’s jet!

      Reply
  17. Alexa [fooduzzi.com] says

    04/13/2016 at 7:59 AM

    This is perfect in every way, shape, and form!! I totally need this in my life. And those glasses you use? I’m obsessed! Where did you get them?!

    Reply
    • Cotter Crunch says

      04/16/2016 at 6:12 PM

      I actually got them at crate and barrel! Love them

      Reply
  18. Pragati // Simple Medicine says

    04/13/2016 at 7:57 AM

    This sounds like the perfect summer time beverage. I love that you included coconut milk. My mint plant is full so it might be time to whip up some mojitos this weekend 🙂

    Reply
  19. michele @ paleorunningmomma says

    04/13/2016 at 7:22 AM

    Oh my that looks perfect! I think I might be more motivated to make a boozy smoothie than a regular one!

    Reply
  20. Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says

    04/13/2016 at 7:17 AM

    Wow, well maybe that’s a smoothie I can get into 😉

    Reply
  21. Erin @ The Almond Eater says

    04/13/2016 at 6:35 AM

    MOJITO SMOOTHIE?! Stop. Mojitos are my favorite but I rarely order them because they’re always at least $10, which is cray. Smoothie form sounds much more affordable (and healthy).

    Reply
  22. rachel @ Athletic avocado says

    04/13/2016 at 6:22 AM

    drooling over this creaminess right here! This looks uber refreshing!!

    Reply
  23. Megan @ Skinny Fitalicious says

    04/13/2016 at 6:13 AM

    Thankfully the last several days have been in the 70’s here which hasn’t been good for teaching swim but a nice relief! Today it’s supposed to start getting back into the 90’s.

    Reply
  24. pam says

    04/13/2016 at 6:12 AM

    This sounds amazing!! I would love it if you would link it up to Tipsy Tuesday at Grey is the New Black!

    Reply
    • Cotter Crunch says

      04/13/2016 at 7:55 AM

      Totally! For this week?

      Reply
  25. Alysia at Slim Sanity says

    04/13/2016 at 6:11 AM

    Oh a fauxjito sounds fabulous! 🙂

    Reply
  26. Susie @ Suzlyfe says

    04/13/2016 at 5:27 AM

    There are bars here with there own boozy slushee machines! There is one that has a spiced frozen apple cider that I only discovered recently and now must try!

    Reply
    • Cotter Crunch says

      04/13/2016 at 6:19 AM

      um…. I”m coming to visit ASAP! haha

      Reply

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