Name: Avocado Boba Smoothie – Drinks and Smoothie Recipes
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 15 min
Ingredients: 1 ripe avocado; 1 ½ cups milk (any kind); ¼ cup sweetened condensed milk (adjust to taste); 1 cup ice cubes; ½ cup cooked tapioca pearls (boba); Optional: additional sugar or honey, to taste

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You know that moment when you’re craving something creamy, cold, and just a little bit weird—in the best way? That’s when I reach for this Avocado Boba Smoothie. It’s like a hug in a cup, but with chewy tapioca pearls that make each sip a tiny surprise. I’ve made this on lazy Sunday afternoons when the blender feels like the only appliance that still understands me. Avocados bring that dreamy, smooth texture, while sweetened condensed milk gives just enough sweetness to pull the whole thing together. It’s the kind of drink that makes you question why more things don’t involve boba—and avocado. If you’ve never tried this combo before, consider this your sign. This gem belongs in your list of drinks and smoothie recipes, especially if you’re always hunting down new recipes and drinks to blend up. It’s a must-try if you’re into recipes with avocado, love a good recipe with avocado that’s not toast, or just need more smoothie recipes in your life. And hey, if easy smoothie recipes are your jam, this one’s got your name written all over it.

1) Key Takeaways
2) Easy Avocado Boba Smoothie Recipe
3) Ingredients for Avocado Boba Smoothie
4) How to Make Avocado Boba Smoothie
5) Tips for Making Avocado Boba Smoothie
6) Making Avocado Boba Smoothie Ahead of Time
7) Storing Leftover Avocado Boba Smoothie
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9) Avocado Boba Smoothie
10) Nutrition

1) Key Takeaways

Learn how to blend avocado into a creamy smoothie with a surprise at the bottom: chewy boba.
This drink is quick to make, fun to sip, and packed with flavor and texture.
You can tweak sweetness, switch up the milk, and make it dairy-free.
Perfect for smoothie lovers craving something easy, cool, and refreshing.

2) Easy Avocado Boba Smoothie Recipe

I don’t know about you, but some afternoons I just want a break from the usual coffee or tea. That’s when this avocado boba smoothie saves the day. It checks all the right boxes for me: creamy, chilled, with just the right amount of chew. The moment the straw pulls up those tapioca pearls, I’m reminded why I keep making this.

It falls squarely into my favorite category: drinks and smoothie recipes. I like that it feels rich but still light enough for a midday treat. We’re not talking sugar bomb here, just avocado’s natural butteriness paired with a splash of milk and a whisper of sweetness.

This recipe fits right in with easy smoothie recipes that don’t ask much of you—just a blender, five minutes, and a soft avocado. If you’re into smoothie recipes or hunting for more recipes and drinks with a twist, this one belongs on your list.

3) Ingredients for Avocado Boba Smoothie

1 ripe avocado: Go for one that’s soft but not brown. You want it creamy, not stringy or stiff. A good avocado blends smooth and gives the drink its velvety texture.

1 ½ cups milk (any kind): Whole milk gives richness, but almond or oat milk works great too. I’ve used coconut milk when I wanted a tropical kick, and it did not disappoint.

¼ cup sweetened condensed milk: This is your sweetener and adds that soft, luscious texture. Adjust to your taste. Start with a little and taste as you go.

1 cup ice cubes: This keeps it cold and smooth without watering it down too much. I toss mine in straight from the freezer without measuring perfectly.

½ cup cooked tapioca pearls (boba): These little gems are what take the smoothie into fun territory. I cook mine just until they’re tender, then rinse and drop them into the glass.

Optional sugar or honey: If you want it sweeter, a quick squeeze of honey or a spoonful of sugar will do the trick. Totally up to you.

4) How to Make Avocado Boba Smoothie

Step 1. Cook the boba pearls as the package says. Usually, it’s boiling water and about 5 minutes of stirring. Then I drain them and let them cool while I blend.

Step 2. In the blender, toss in the avocado, milk, sweetened condensed milk, and ice. I give it a solid 30 seconds to make sure the avocado is completely smooth. No chunks allowed.

Step 3. Taste it. Seriously, don’t skip this. Depending on your avocado or milk choice, you might need a little more sweetness. Add honey or sugar if needed.

Step 4. Spoon the cooked boba into the bottom of your glasses. I usually divide them evenly, but you can load up one if you’re the kind of person who eats all the marshmallows out of the cereal box.

Step 5. Pour the smoothie right over the boba. Watch how it slowly sinks and settles at the bottom. Add a thick straw and boom—you’ve got a creamy, chewy drink that hits all the spots.

5) Tips for Making Avocado Boba Smoothie

Use a soft avocado. If it’s too firm, your blender will struggle, and the smoothie will be lumpy. I always test by pressing gently near the top. It should give just a little.

Cook the boba last. Those little pearls get sticky fast, so I always make them right before I blend. If they sit too long, they clump together and turn into a gummy mess.

Stick to cold ingredients. Room-temp milk or avocados make the smoothie less refreshing. I sometimes toss the avocado in the fridge ahead of time just to be safe. You want that icy finish when you take the first sip of this star in the drinks and smoothie recipes lineup.

6) Making Avocado Boba Smoothie Ahead of Time

Honestly, this one’s best fresh. The boba doesn’t age well—they turn mushy if they sit too long. But I’ve made the smoothie part the night before, and it holds up fine in the fridge.

If I know I’ll want one the next day, I blend the avocado, milk, and condensed milk together and store it in a jar. Then I cook fresh boba in the morning and add the chilled smoothie mix right on top.

Just give it a good shake or stir first, because the avocado can separate a bit. Still smooth and tasty, though. Great when you’re running late or just too lazy to break out the blender again.

7) Storing Leftover Avocado Boba Smoothie

If you’ve got extra (and that’s a big if), pour it into a lidded glass jar and keep it chilled. It’ll last about 24 hours before it starts tasting off. Boba, though, should always be fresh.

I never store the boba with the smoothie. They turn to mush in the fridge. If you want to save them, store in sugar water separately, but even then, I wouldn’t keep them longer than a day.

Basically, blend what you plan to drink and enjoy it right away. This one belongs in that quick, chill, and easy category of recipes and drinks worth repeating.

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