Avocado Shake with Boba (also called avocado smoothie) is a refreshing drink made with boba or chewy tapioca pearls. It is creamy, delicious, and easy to make at home!
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Ingredients you'll need
Hass avocados are rich and buttery. When added to beverages, they create a luscious and velvety texture that's simply divine.
Boba or tapioca pearls are chewy little treats that add fun to your drinks. With quick-cooking tapioca pearls readily available, you can easily enjoy them in no time.
Notes and substitutions
- Avocado: Use ripe Hass avocado, known for its creamy texture and rich flavor.
- Boba or tapioca pearls: If available, use quick-cooking tapioca pearls that require only 5 minutes to cook. Did you know that tapioca pearls are derived from cassava roots? You may also use sago, agar-agar (gulaman), or grass jelly.
- Milk: Use any type of dairy, as little or as much as you prefer, depending on your taste and desired creaminess.
- Sugar: Adjust the amount according to your desired level of sweetness. You can also use other sweeteners like honey, agave syrup, maple syrup, or dates.
- Optional ingredients: Add blueberries, banana, or chocolate for extra flavor.
How to make this recipe
Step 1: Cook the tapioca pearls according to the instructions on the package.
Step 2: Once cooked, rinse them under cold water and drain. Bring them back into the saucepan, then add the brown sugar and enough water to submerge them.
Step 3: Simmer over medium heat for another 5 minutes until the syrup has thickened. Transfer to a bowl and set aside.
Step 4: Cut the fresh avocado in half, remove the pit, and scoop the flesh into a blender or food processor. Add milk, sugar, ice, and water.
As an option, add a squeeze of lemon or lime to add a tangy twist and prevent the avocados from browning.
Step 5: Blend the mixture until smooth and creamy.
Step 6: Spoon a generous portion of tapioca pearls into the bottom of each glass. Pour the avocado shake into each glass. Serve and enjoy!
Enjoy your refreshing Avocado Shake with Boba! You might also like other Filipino beverages like Watermelon Slushie with Boba and Mango Shake with Boba.
Recipe FAQs
Yes. You can use frozen avocados and blend them directly. It may result in a thicker texture, so you may need to add more liquid (such as milk or water) to achieve the desired consistency.
Several fruits can complement the creamy texture and mild flavor of avocado, such as banana, mango, pineapple, or berries.
Creative ways to use avocado
- Avocado Ice Cream: Also called sorbetes, it is a creamy and tropical twist to traditional ice cream, made richer with the natural oils and taste of avocado.
- Avocado Toast: Mashed avocado flesh on toast, serving as a blank slate that can be topped with fried eggs, tomatoes, and whatever you fancy.
- Avocado and Milk: A simple yet classic Filipino snack or dessert, where ripe avocado chunks are mixed with sweetened condensed milk or sugar.
- Avocado Ice Candy: A popular treat in the Philippines blending ripe avocados, milk, and sugar, then poured into plastic tubes and frozen for a creamy popsicle experience.
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📖 Recipe
Avocado Shake with Boba
Equipment
- Saucepan
- Blender
Ingredients
- 1 ripe avocado, preferably Hass variety (see note)
- ¼ cup milk (see note)
- 2 tablespoons sugar adjust according to your taste (see note)
- 2 cups ice cubes
- 1 cup water
- A squeeze of lemon or lime optional
- ½ cup raw boba or tapioca pearls (see note)
- ½ cup brown sugar
Instructions
- Cook the tapioca pearls according to the instructions on the package.
- Once cooked, rinse them under cold water and drain.
- Bring them back into the saucepan, then add the brown sugar and enough water to submerge them.
- Simmer over medium heat for another 5 minutes until the syrup has thickened. Transfer to a bowl and set aside.
- Cut the fresh avocado in half, remove the pit, and scoop the flesh into a blender or food processor. Add milk, sugar, ice, and water. As an option, add a squeeze of lemon or lime to add a tangy twist and prevent the avocados from browning.
- Blend the mixture until smooth and creamy.
- Spoon a generous portion of tapioca pearls into the bottom of each glass.
- Pour the avocado shake into each glass. Serve and enjoy!
Notes
- Avocado: Use ripe Hass avocado, known for its creamy texture and rich flavor. Frozen avocado works just as well.
- Boba or tapioca pearls: If available, choose quick-cooking tapioca pearls that require only 5 minutes to cook, saving you time while yielding the same results. You may also use sago, gulaman (agar-agar), or grass jelly.
- Milk: Use any type of dairy or plant-based dairy like almond milk, cashew milk, and coconut milk.
- Sugar: Adjust the amount according to your desired level of sweetness. You can also use other sweeteners like honey, agave syrup, maple syrup, or dates.
- Optional ingredients: Add blueberries, banana, or chocolate for extra flavor.
Bern says
Do you need lemon or lime so it doesn't change color?
Nora Rey says
Adding a bit of lemon or lime juice to your avocado shake can help prevent it from changing color and turning brown. 🥑🍋 However, if you're enjoying it right away, it may not be necessary.