There’s nothing quite like a chilled milkshake to brighten up a warm afternoon. Velvety ripe papaya blends beautifully with cold milk to create a creamy, naturally sweet drink that feels both refreshing and indulgent. A touch of honey or sugar enhances the tropical flavour, while a sprinkle of cardamom or a few drops of vanilla can take it up a notch. The soft coral hue of the shake is so inviting that it’s hard not to pour yourself a second glass before the first is even finished.
This smoothie is a lovely way to start the day or to enjoy as an afternoon pick-me-up. Papaya adds a smooth richness, while its digestive benefits make this drink as wholesome as it is delicious. Serve it chilled, topped with a few papaya cubes or crushed ice for that café-style touch. It’s a simple, sunny blend that captures the essence of tropical comfort in every sip. Although a good tip to note is ‘papain’ in papaya with milk may not suit everyone, use a vegan alternative such as almond milk instead!
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- 1 Cup/250 gm papaya
- ½ Cup chilled milk + extra to adjust
- Few ice cubes
- Honey/Sugar to taste
- Black pepper powder to sprinkle (optional)
- Vanilla (optional)
- Deseed a ripe papaya, scoop out the seeds and fibre, peel skin
- Chop and add into a blender/mixer jar
- Pour chilled milk
- Also add a few ice cubes
- Next add a sweetener of your choice, I have added honey here
- Blend until smooth and creamy
- Serve chilled
Papaya Milkshake thickens as it sits, serve chilled immediately
Use a sweetener of your choice
Papaya Milkshake Stepwise:
Deseed a ripe papaya, scoop out the seeds and fibre, peel skin
Chop and add into a blender/mixer jar
Pour chilled milk
Also add a few ice cubes
Next add a sweetener of your choice, I have added honey here
Blend until smooth and creamy
Serve chilled immediately