Avocado Milkshake (Easy 5-Min Recipe!)

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On hot summer days, I love to make this creamy avocado milkshake. It is so smooth and rich tasting. This green treat is a weekend staple; my kids ask for it. It’s easy to make in five minutes with simple ingredients. What’s the best part? It’s good for your family.

Three years ago, my friend shared her recipe for this drink, and I started making it. It’s now our go-to refreshing treat that everyone likes.

Why You’ll Love Avocado Milkshake

This drink gives you energy all day long.
Kids love the sweet taste and green color.
You can make it super fast any time.
It keeps you full for many hours.

Ingredients You’ll Need

Ripe avocados: Choose soft ones that give when you press them gently with your finger.
Whole milk: Use cold milk for the best creamy texture and smooth blending results.
Honey: Great natural sweetener that mixes well and adds perfect sweetness without being too strong.
Vanilla extract: Amazing flavor, and the drink smells so good, just a splash will do.
Ice cubes: Fresh ice makes it cold and thick like a real milkshake from stores.
Fresh lime juice: A little tang and a few drops keep the avocado green.

Equipment You’ll Need

High-speed blender: It blends my Ingredients, everything smoothly without leaving any chunks or bumps behind.
Measuring cups: Get the right amounts every time, so your milkshake tastes perfect each time.
Sharp knife: It cuts your avocados easily and safely without making a mess in your kitchen.
Cutting board: A safe place to chop ingredients and keep your counters clean while you work.
Tall glass or jar: I love a mason jar… It makes avocado milkshake look fancy for your family.

How to Make Avocado Milkshake

This simple recipe takes just five minutes and creates the most amazing creamy drink you’ll ever taste at home.

Step 1: Cut your ripe avocados in half, remove the pit, and scoop out all the green flesh into your blender.

Step 2: Pour the cold milk into the blender with the avocado and add your honey for perfect sweetness.

Step 3: Add a few drops of vanilla extract and lime juice to make the flavors pop and stay bright.

Step 4: Drop in your ice cubes and blend everything on high speed for about sixty seconds until completely smooth.

Step 5: Taste and adjust the sweetness by adding more honey if you want it sweeter for your family.

Step 6: Pour into tall glasses and serve right away while it’s cold and at its best texture.

Tips for the Best Avocado Milkshake

Use very ripe avocados for the creamiest texture and best natural sweetness in your drink.
Chill your glasses in the freezer first to keep your milkshake cold for much longer.
Blend in stages, starting slow, then high speed, to avoid air bubbles and get smooth results.
Add ice gradually while blending to control thickness and get the perfect consistency you want.

Variations and Substitutions

Try coconut milk instead of regular milk for a tropical flavor that tastes amazing and different.
Use maple syrup in place of honey for vegan option that still tastes sweet and natural.
Add cocoa powder for a chocolate version that kids will absolutely love and ask for more.
Mix in frozen banana for extra creaminess and natural sweetness that makes it taste better.

Make-Ahead and Storage Tips

Prepare ingredients the night before and store them in the fridge for quick morning assembly.
Store leftovers in sealed containers for up to 24 hours in your cold fridge.
Shake well before drinking a stored milkshake because ingredients separate naturally when sitting still for hours.
Freeze in portions using ice cube trays, then blend again later for instant single-serving treats.

Common Questions

Yes, you can use almond milk, coconut milk, or oat milk instead. They all work great and taste amazing with avocado in this recipe.

Choose avocados that feel soft when you press gently. They should give a little but not be mushy or have dark spots on them.

Absolutely! Add one scoop of vanilla protein powder while blending. It makes the drink thicker and keeps you full much longer.

Yes, avocado milkshakes are very good for you. They give healthy fats, vitamins, and energy that your body needs every single day.

One serving has about 285 calories, which is normal for a milkshake. It’s actually lower than most store-bought milkshakes you can buy.

Yes, you can add vanilla ice cream to make it richer. Use half a cup per serving, but it will add more calories and sugar.