Watermelon Milkshakes Summer Treat (Print Version)

Chilled watermelon meets creamy vanilla ice cream in this frosty blended beverage perfect for hot summer days.

# What You Need:

→ Fruit

01 - 2 cups seedless watermelon, cubed and chilled

→ Dairy

02 - 1 cup whole milk or milk alternative
03 - 1/2 cup vanilla ice cream

→ Sweetener

04 - 1-2 tablespoons honey or sugar (optional)

→ Extras

05 - 1 teaspoon fresh lime juice (optional)
06 - Ice cubes (optional)

# Directions:

01 - Place chilled watermelon cubes in blender container.
02 - Pour in milk, add vanilla ice cream, and include sweetener if desired.
03 - Add fresh lime juice for a tangy flavor variation.
04 - Blend on high speed until completely smooth and creamy, approximately 1-2 minutes.
05 - Add ice cubes and blend again if thicker, frostier texture is preferred.
06 - Pour into tall glasses and serve immediately while cold.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Its the perfect way to use up extra watermelon when its in season and incredibly sweet
  • The combination sounds unusual but tastes like summer in a glass, refreshing and creamy at the same time
02 -
  • Overripe watermelon will make your shake taste weirdly fermented, trust your nose and skip pieces that smell off
  • The texture changes fast once blended, so serve within 5 minutes or it will separate
03 -
  • Do not add ice unless absolutely necessary because it waters down the flavor, frozen fruit is a better alternative
  • If your watermelon is not very sweet, a splash of vanilla extract adds depth without making it taste like a dessert

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