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Sugar-Free Pistachio Coquito

Recipe by Yaidy Cohen on InstagramAdded 2 November 2026.

30 minutes to prep. A creamy, dairy‑free pistachio coquito sweetened with low‑glycemic alternatives. Coconut, warm spices, and pistachios combine for a festive, sugar‑free holiday drink that’s quick to make and gentle on blood sugar.

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Method

  1. Soak the pistachios in hot water for 20 minutes, then drain.

  2. Blend coconut milk, coconut cream, unsweetened coconut cream, ground nutmeg, ground cardamom, ground cinnamon, ground cloves, and vanilla extract until smooth.

  3. Add the powdered allulose or monk fruit sweetener, stevia or monk fruit extract, and rum extract; taste and adjust sweetness as needed.

  4. Add the drained pistachios and blend until completely smooth.

  5. Strain the mixture into a bottle, cover, and refrigerate until cold.

  6. Serve the chilled coquito over ice and finish with a sprinkle of ground cinnamon.

    Kitchen notes · Added by ReelsMeals: Coquito is well chilled. Stir before serving if separation occurs.

Tips while you cook

Soak pistachios first
Soak the pistachios in hot water for 20 minutes, then drain before blending.
Blend base before sweeteners
Blend coconut milk, coconut cream, spices and vanilla until smooth before adding sweeteners.
Adjust sweetness after mixing
Taste the mixture after adding allulose, stevia and rum extract, then adjust sweetness as needed.
Chill before serving
Refrigerate the strained coquito until cold before serving over ice.

Notes from ReelsMeals, based on this recipe's ingredients, times and method. They are not the creator's instructions.

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