Creamsicle Papaya Smoothie
Elevate your mornings or refresh your afternoons with this lush Creamsicle Papaya Smoothie, a tropical twist on a classic creamy treat. Bursting with the natural sweetness of ripe papaya, tangy orange juice, and velvety vanilla yogurt, this smoothie mimics the nostalgic flavor of a creamsicle while packing a punch of nourishing vitamins. A hint of vanilla extract amplifies its dessert-like charm, while optional honey sweetens the deal for those with a sweeter tooth. Blended to frosty perfection with ice cubes and topped with optional mint for a refreshing finish, this quick 10-minute recipe is an easy and nutritious indulgence that serves two. Whether you're craving a healthy breakfast on-the-go or a dreamy afternoon pick-me-up, this papaya smoothie delivers a taste of the tropics in every sip!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 medium Papaya (ripe, peeled, seeded, and chopped)
- 1 cup Orange juice
- 1 cup Vanilla yogurt
- 1 tablespoon Honey (optional, for added sweetness)
- 6 pieces Ice cubes
- 0.5 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 2 sprigs Mint leaves (for garnish, optional)
Instructions
Peel, seed, and chop a ripe medium papaya into small chunks.
In a blender, combine the papaya chunks, orange juice, vanilla yogurt, and vanilla extract. If you prefer a sweeter smoothie, add honey to taste.
Add the ice cubes to the blender to give the smoothie a chilled, frosty texture.
Blend the mixture on high speed until completely smooth and creamy. Pause to scrape down the sides of the blender if needed.
Taste and adjust sweetness or thickness by adding more honey or a splash of orange juice if necessary.
Pour the smoothie into two glasses and garnish with mint leaves if desired.
Serve immediately and enjoy your delicious Creamsicle Papaya Smoothie!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
724 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 7.3 g | 9% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.0 g | 20% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 16 mg | 5% | |
| Sodium | 201 mg | 9% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 154.3 g | 56% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.8 g | 35% | |
| Total Sugars | 124.5 g | ||
| Protein | 14.1 g | 28% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 455 mg | 35% | |
| Iron | 0.8 mg | 4% | |
| Potassium | 2146 mg | 46% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
