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Ube Milkshake

Treat yourself to a creamy, dreamy ube milkshake that's cold, delicious, and super easy to make!
Prep Time5 minutes
Total Time5 minutes
Course: Breakfast, Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: Asian, Filipino
Keyword: Breakfast Smoothie, Creamy Smoothie, Purple Yam, Ube Milkshake, Ube Recipe
Servings: 1 serving
Calories: 400kcal

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

  • 1 cup ube ice cream Any brand, Magnolia is a popular choice.
  • 1/2 cup fresh milk Oat milk can be used as a substitute.
  • 2 tablespoons ube halaya Sticky purple yam jam you can find at Asian markets.
  • 1/2 cup ice Optional, for a thicker texture.

Toppings (optional)

  • whipped cream whipped cream For a classic touch.
  • to taste crushed graham crackers For added crunch.
  • to taste condensed milk or caramel sauce Drizzle for an extra sweet treat.
  • a handful coconut flakes or mini marshmallows For nostalgia.

Instructions

Preparation

  • Combine ube ice cream, fresh milk, and ube halaya in a blender.
  • If you want it extra cold, add ice now.
  • Blend everything together until smooth, about thirty seconds.
  • Taste the mixture; if it's too boring, add extra ube halaya or a squeeze of condensed milk.
  • Pour into a tall glass and enjoy. Use a clear tumbler for aesthetic purposes.

Notes

If your ice cream is too hard, let it sit at room temperature for ten minutes or microwave it for 5-10 seconds. Adjust thickness by adding more milk if it's too thick or more ice cream if it's too thin.