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This creamy weight gain smoothie blends frozen pineapple, banana, full-fat coconut milk, protein powder, and coconut flakes into a rich, high-calorie tropical smoothie. Ready in just 5 minutes, it’s an easy way to support healthy weight gain.
This one tops my list of high-calorie smoothies for weight gain at over 650 calories a serving.
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Ingredients You’ll Need
This high calorie smoothie recipe is inspired by my favorite treat at Disney World—the Dole Whip.
- Full-fat coconut milk: Provides rich, calorie-dense fats that help boost overall energy intake. It also gives this smoothie its luscious, satisfying mouthfeel. Explore my recommend coconut milk brands.
- Pineapple juice: Enhances sweetness and helps everything blend smoothly. A small amount goes a long way in adding flavor without overpowering the smoothie.
- Frozen pineapple: Adds natural sweetness and a bright, tropical flavor. Using frozen fruit also creates a thick, milkshake-like texture without ice. You can always cut pineapple and freeze yourself.
- Banana: Acts as a natural sweetener and thickener. Bananas add carbohydrates that support healthy weight gain and make the smoothie extra creamy. Freeze bananas for an extra thick smoothie.
- Protein powder: Supports muscle maintenance and growth, which is important when weight gain is the goal. Choose a protein you enjoy and love the taste of. I recommend my DIY protein powder or whey protein isolate to turn this smoothie into a meal.
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How to Make a Weight Gain Smoothie
When you need to gain weight, it can be difficult to get additional calories from regular meals. Adding a high-calorie smoothie to your diet is a great option to maximize calorie intake. Here’s how to make a smoothie in three steps:
- Shake the can of coconut milk vigorously to combine the fat and the milk before opening and pouring it into a measuring cup. If the contents are still a little separated when you open the can, whisk until the cream is well incorporated into the liquid.
- Add all of the ingredients to the blender and blend until smooth and creamy. To thin the consistency, add a little more pineapple juice or filtered water.
- Serve in a glass with a straw or spoon, depending on how thick you made it.
More High-Calorie Smoothie Recipes
Here’s more recipes I have that are higher in calories, yet packed with nutrients:
- Vanilla protein shake: Perfect to refuel your body after a workout.
- Chocolate peanut butter smoothie: Oozing with peanut butter goodness and oh-so-filling.
- Almond butter smoothie: Swap almond milk with full-fat coconut milk and enjoy this creamy smoothie that tastes like an almond butter and jelly sandwich.
- Spiced PCOS Smoothie: A creamy pumpkin smoothie that will fill you up and fuel your day.
Common Questions
I have a smoothie that tastes like Disney’s Dole Whip but is made with 100% real, nutrient-dense ingredients. My recipe uses full-fat coconut milk, pineapple chunks, pineapple juice and banana. It tastes incredible while also giving you the calories you need.
Yes! Your body will use those whole food plant-based ingredients the way it needs to. If you need to gain weight, then using high healthy fat, high calorie foods can definitely help. My smoothie recipe uses full-fat coconut milk, pineapple juice, pineapple chunks and bananas to give you great nutrients while also giving you needed calories.
Focus on choosing high calorie, nutrient-dense foods like avocado, full-fat coconut milk, fruits that are higher on the glycemic index and more. Add healthy fat like chia seeds and hemp hearts to a variety of recipes, and use full-fat options instead of reduced or fat-free. If you need to gain weight, you can do it by eating whole food.
Recipe Card
Creamy Weight Gain Smoothie
Ingredients
- 1 cup pineapple frozen
- 1 banana frozen
- 1 cup coconut milk full-fat, chilled
- ¼ cup pineapple juice chilled
- 1 serving whey protein isolate
- 1 tablespoon raw coconut flakes optional
Instructions
- Pour the coconut milk and pineapple juice into a blender. Add the pineapple, banana, protein powder and coconut flakes, if using.
- Blend on high until smooth, 45 to 60 seconds. Pour into a glass and serve immediately.
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Recipe Notes
- Coconut Milk Tip: Use full-fat coconut milk rather than light. It gives the shake its creamy body and more calories.
- Dairy-Free Swap: For a dairy-free shake, swap the whey for a serving of homemade protein powder or another plant-based protein powder.
- Add Greens: You can add up to 1 cup of spinach or another mild leafy green per serving. Blend it with the coconut milk first for the smoothest texture.
- Storing: Best fresh, but it keeps in a sealed jar in the fridge for up to 24 hours. The coconut milk may firm up, so shake well before drinking.
Nutrition
Saturated Fat: 43 g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1 g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2 g | Sodium: 33 mg | Potassium: 1176 mg | Sugar: 37 g | Vitamin A: 174 IU | Vitamin C: 97 mg | Calcium: 76 mg | Iron: 8 mg
Great Post.
We’re so glad that you like it, Justin. If you try it, let us know what you think.
Awesome blog.
Thanks Denny!
I suffer from a thyroid disease one of which has my metabolism through the roof and my heart rate as well…needles say I’m skinny to skinny before I was very thick in the places I’m 5ft and I was in a size 7 jeans small small shirts….I’m now in children sizes…..please see help me any proved weight gain techniques will help please please I hate the way I look
Hi Leeanne! I hate to hear you’re having issues. I’d definitely consult your doctor on whats best as they know your medical history!