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Papaya milkshake served in three glasses.
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Papaya Milkshake (Batido de Lechosa)

This delicious Papaya Milkshake (Batido de Lechosa) is a fruity and refreshing shake that is very popular in the Dominican Republic and a favorite at my house. It’s the perfect summertime smoothie that everyone will love.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time0 minutes
Total Time15 minutes
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: caribbean, Dominican, Latin
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 210kcal
Author: Vanessa

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 3 cups fresh papaya, peeled, seeded and cubed
  • 1 can (12 ounces) evaporated milk
  • 4 tablespoons granulated sugar, plus more if needed
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1-2 cups ice cubes

Instructions

  • Place all ingredients in a blender and mix on high speed until the ice is well blended. Add more sugar if desired and blend for an additional 30 seconds.
  • Serve immediately.

Notes

  • Save leftover papaya and cut in chunks to store in the freezer to make more later. To ensure that it’s preserved properly, place in a freezer-safe container and keep chunks from touching to avoid them getting stuck to each other. 
  • When making this papaya milkshake recipe, you may opt for vanilla ice cream, instead of vanilla extract if it’s not accessible. Make sure to blend accordingly.
  • You may opt for honey, stevia, or no added sweetener if sugar is not included in your diet.

Nutrition

Calories: 210kcal | Carbohydrates: 32g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 25mg | Sodium: 102mg | Potassium: 449mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 29g | Vitamin A: 1201IU | Vitamin C: 66mg | Calcium: 243mg | Iron: 1mg