The Lava Flow is a creamy tropical cocktail that combines light cream, coconut cream, pineapple juice, banana and frozen strawberries into a smooth, indulgent drink. Its signature appeal is the contrast between the rich cream base and bright tropical fruit flavors.
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Combine all ingredients except strawberries in blender with ice and blend until smooth.
Put strawberries at the bottom of a parfait glass, then quickly pour in blended mixture for a star burst effect.
Blend and serve immediately for best texture. Prepared ingredients (minus banana) can be refrigerated separately up to 24 hours; blend fresh to order.
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Yes. Use additional light cream or coconut milk as a 1:1 substitute, though coconut cream provides richer flavor and body.
The recipe calls for frozen strawberries, thawed. Frozen berries provide better texture and help chill the drink without excess ice dilution.
Omit any rum or spirits (if the original contained them) and blend the fruit, cream, and juices as written for a virgin Lava Flow.
Yes. Multiply ingredients and blend in batches, or prepare components ahead and blend to order for best texture.
Light cream is lower fat and thinner; use it as written for a lighter mouthfeel. Heavy cream will make the drink denser and richer.
