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Filipino Avocado Shake

Filipino Avocado Shake Recipe

A classic Filipino avocado shake is a 4-ingredient beverage that blends fresh avocado with milk, crushed ice, and honey into a creamy, sweet, and refreshing drink that's traditionally enjoyed as a cooling afternoon refreshment or dessert throughout the Philippines. Unlike Western preparations that typically use avocado in savory dishes, this shake celebrates the fruit's natural creaminess and subtle sweetness, creating a smooth, milkshake-like consistency that's both nutritious and indulgent.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 2 minutes
Total Time 7 minutes
Course Drinks, Snack
Cuisine Filipino
Servings 2 glasses
Calories 245 kcal
Difficulty Easy

Equipment

  • Blender For creating the smooth, creamy texture
  • Measuring cups For accurate ingredient portions
  • Sharp knife [Matalas na kutsilyo] For halving the avocado
  • Spoon (Kutsara) For scooping out avocado flesh
  • Glass measuring cup For liquid ingredients
  • Ice crusher or plastic bag with rolling pin (optional) For crushing ice

Ingredients
 

  • Large Avocado about 200-250g
  • 2 Cups Crushed Ice Dinurog na yelo
  • 1 Cup Milk Gatas
  • 2 Tablespoons Honey Pulot

Instructions
 

  • Start by choosing a ripe avocado that yields slightly when pressed. Cut it in half lengthwise, remove the pit, and scoop out all the flesh into your blender.
  • Pour in one cup of cold milk and add two tablespoons of honey. Top everything with two cups of crushed ice.
  • Begin blending on low speed for about 30 seconds to break down the avocado, then increase to high speed and blend for 1-2 minutes until the mixture is completely smooth with no chunks remaining.
  • If your shake is too thick, add a little more milk, one tablespoon at a time, until you reach your desired consistency.
  • Pour the shake immediately into two chilled glasses and serve right away. The sooner you drink it, the brighter green it will stay.
  • You can add a fresh mint leaf on top if you'd like, but it's perfectly delicious as is. The whole process takes about 7 minutes from start to finish, and you'll know you've done it right when the shake is silky smooth, pale green, and has a creamy, milkshake-like texture.

Tips from Lola's Kitchen

  1. Choose avocados that yield slightly when pressed - not too soft, not too hard
  2. Chill glasses beforehand for an extra cold drink
  3. Use very cold milk for best results
  4. Add ice gradually if your blender struggles
  5. Save the pit if making ahead - it helps prevent browning

 

Nutrition

Calories: 245kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 5gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 59mgPotassium: 194mgFiber: 7gSugar: 23gVitamin A: 198IUVitamin C: 0.1mgCalcium: 158mgIron: 0.1mg
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